Dora Redleaf, 67, of Niagara Falls, NY, passed away on April 16, 2022 at her residence under the care of Niagara Hospice.  Born in Cali, Colombia, she was the daughter of the late Andres and Magdalena (Posada) Quijano.

Dora was raised and educated in Colombia, where she worked as a teacher.  She came to the United States in 1990, and worked locally cleaning for various companies.  In March of 2011, she married Pedro Torres Torres in Niagara Falls, NY.

Dora enjoyed sewing, gardening and had a passion for cleaning.  She loved to talk, host and entertain her family and friends.  She was a very strong and giving woman, and will be remembered for her fighting spirit.  Above all, she cherished the time she spent with her family, especially her husband, children and grandchildren.

In addition to her husband of 11 years, Dora is survived by her children, Andres 'David' (Rosie) Quijano, Linda 'Rina' (Jose) Anguiano, Catherine Redleaf, and Carla Redleaf (Fiancé Dwon Daniels, NFFD, Ret.), Juan (Amelia) Vivas, and Catalina Vivas; her grandchildren, Gracie Vicktoria, Alexander David, Anderson Miguel, Mia Valentina, Camila Veronica, Natalia Ayla, Camilo Marcell, Calina Daniela, Davion Edward, Dwon Marcell, Jr., Ava Aram, and Fernando; 3 great grandchildren; her siblings, Carlos (Chantel) Quijano, Guillermo (Sonia) Quijano, Ruben (Angelica) Quijano, Mario (Ines) Quijano, Raul (Nanis) Quijano, Silvia (Salvador) Carnival, Maria Elena Quijano, Adriana Medina, and Lilliam Perez, as well as several nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.  She was predeceased by her first husband, James Redleaf, and her sister, Miriam Quijano.

Visitation will be held on Tuesday April 19 from 2 – 6 PM at M.J. COLUCCI & SON NIAGARA FUNERAL CHAPEL, 2730 MILITARY ROAD, NIAGARA FALLS, NY 14304, where funeral services will be held at 6 PM.  If desired, memorial offerings may be made to Niagara Hospice, 4675 Sunset Drive, Lockport, NY 14094.  Visit mjcoluccifuneralchapel.com for online condolences.