November 27, 1978 – March 1, 2025
Mrs. Antonia “Toni” Arena-Hoffman, 46, of Great Valley, NY passed away Saturday evening, March 1, 2025 at home surrounded by family.
Born November 27, 1978 in Olean, NY, she was the daughter of the late Roy and Marga Rinko Arena. She was married at her home in Salamanca, NY in 2021 to Eric Hoffman, who survives.
She was a graduate of Ellicottville High School, Class of 1996.
Toni was the owner and operator of Backstop Agency, LLC in Great Valley as an insurer. Previously, she had been employed with the former Weast Agency in Salamanca.
She enjoyed spending time with her family and friends, playing euchre, shooting pool, listening to her brother’s band, and attending rock concerts. She especially enjoyed playing with her five dogs.
Surviving besides her husband are: two daughters, Bailey Dineen, Shelbyville, TN, Piper Dineen, Olean, NY; a brother, Roy “Andy” (K. Lynne) Arena, Salamanca, NY; several beloved cousins and friends.
She was predeceased by her parents, Roy and Marga Arena, grandparents, Andrew and Ruth Chamberlain Rinko, and aunt, Kathleen Rinko.
There will be no visitation.
A Celebration of Life will be held at the convenience of the family.
Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the O’Rourke & O’Rourke Inc Funeral Home, 25 River Street, Salamanca, NY.
E-condolences can be sent to orourke.orourkefh@gmail.com or posted to facebook.com/onofh.
