Maria (Taucer) Richmond, 65 of Niagara Falls, NY, passed away on July 25, 2017 in DeGraff Memorial Hospital.  Born in Niagara Falls, NY she was the daughter of the late Victor and Claire (D'Agostino) Taucer.

Maria was a lifelong resident of Niagara Falls.  She attended local schools and graduated from Niagara Falls High School.  On May 6, 1972, she married David J. Richmond.  Maria was a passionate fan of Barbara Streisand.  Above all, Maria loved spending time with her family, especially her children and grandchildren.

In addition to her beloved husband of 45 years, she is survived by her two children, Lisa (Reid) Passmore and Mark (Kelly) Richmond both of Niagara Falls, NY, three grandchildren, Ryan Passmore, Kayla Passmore and Carter Richmond, one brother, Victor (Garnet) Taucer of Las Vegas, NV and several nieces, nephews and cousins.

Visitation will be held on Saturday, July 29 ^th from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. at M.J. COLUCCI & SON NIAGARA FUNERAL CHAPEL 2730 Military Road Niagara Falls, NY where funeral services will follow at 1:00 p.m. with Rev. Stewart Lindsay, O.S.F.S. officiating.  Entombment will be held in St. Joseph's Cemetery at the convenience of the family.  If desired, memorial offerings in Maria's memory may be made to the American Diabetes Association, PO Box 13067 Alexandria, VA 22312. Visit www.mjcoluccifuneralchapel.com for online guest register.