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- Orlando A. Marra Jr., DDS, 86, of Niagara Falls, NY, passed away on July 25, 2023 at Our Lady of Peace Health Care Facility in Lewiston, NY. Born in Niagara Falls, NY, he was the son of the late Orlando and Santa (Micale) Marra Sr.
Dr. Marra was a graduate of Niagara Falls High School. He earned his Bachelors of Science specializing in Biology at St. Bonaventure University in 1959, and in 1963, graduated from Georgetown University Dental School. Dr. Marra proudly served as a Captain in the United States Air Force from 1959 until 1965. Dr. Marra worked as an Endodontist in Niagara Falls, working alongside his brother, Dr. Joseph V. Marra, DDS, for over 30 years. After his brother Joseph retired, Dr. Marra continued to practice for over 20 years until his retirement.
‘Uncle Lando’, as he was affectionately known to his family and friends, devoted much of his time to be an integral part of the lives of his nieces and nephews through fishing, attending basketball games, and sharing many golf outings. An avid golfer, he was a longtime member of Niagara Falls Country Club and Niagara Frontier Country Club. Dr. Marra was also very active in many organizations, including the Kiwanis Club, Knights of Columbus Council #247, and the District Dental Society. He was a longtime member of St. Peter’s Church and a member of their Holy Name Society.
Dr. Marra is survived by his sister, Anna Mae (late Frank) Rotella; his beloved nieces and nephews, Orlando (Marnie) Marra, Esq., Catherine (Dr. Duncan Grant) Marra, Esq., Dr. Edward (Deanna) Marra, Anne (Michael, Esq.) Orenstein, Joseph (Susan) Marra, Judith Marra, Michael (Laura) Marra, Maria (Erik) Jobson, JoAnne (Dr. Jeffrey) Moll, Barbara (Lou) Virelli, Diane (John Mullen) Harmon, and Susan (Jim) Flemming, as well as many great nieces, nephews and cousins. He was predeceased by his brothers, Dr. Joseph (late Beverly) Marra, Albert L. Marra, and his nephew, Robert Marra, Esq.
Visitation will be held on Thursday, August 10 from 3 – 7 PM at M.J. COLUCCI & SON NIAGARA FUNERAL CHAPEL, 2730 MILITARY ROAD, NIAGARA FALLS, NY 14304. Dr. Marra’s Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Friday, August 11 at 10 AM at St. Peter’s RC Church, 620 Center Street, Lewiston, NY 14092, concluding with Military Honors. In lieu of flowers, memorial offerings may be made to the ALS Foundation, https://donate.als.org/. Visit mjcoluccifuneralchapel.com for online condolences.
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