Of Buffalo, born September 9, 1947, entered into eternal life on February 12, 2026 at 78 years old after an extended illness. Teresa, as she known by loved ones, loved to paint, loved flowers, plants and bird watching and loved nature, being outdoors in the country and new adventures.   She was the devoted mother to her son Gilbert (Kim) Natal and her daughter Jacqueline (Shawn) Natal- Ferguson, and her late son Richard Natal; three grandchildren Julie (Nathan) Paddock, Brittney (Matthew) and Robert (Dayana) Ferguson; great grandchildren Kieran, Abigail, Micah and Quinn; Dear sister of Evelyn Lugo; Dear friend of Orlando Normandia;  She is proceeded in death by her parents Reyes and Ramona Rodriguez and her brothers in Heaven Ruban Rodriguez Jr., Avin Rodriguez, Freddy Rodriguez and Wilson Rodriguez. Relatives and friends may visit the Lombardo Funeral Home (Southtowns Chapel) 3060 Abbott Rd., Orchard Park on Monday morning (2/23) from 10:00 - 12:00 Noon, where a Funeral Service will immediately follow. Interment Holy sepluchre cemetery.