Esther Barco Pantano Obituary

We are sad to announce that, on February 22, 2026, at the age of 81, Esther Barco Pantano of Orange Park, Florida passed away. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

Though Esther has departed this earthly realm, her legacy endures — a legacy of love that will continue to illuminate the lives of family and friends in the darkest of hours. May her spirit soar on wings of eternal peace, forever cherished in the tender embrace of memory.

She was predeceased by: her husband Roland Pantano; and her son Timothy Blankenship. She is survived by: her children, Teresa Kelley (Dean) and Seth Blankenship (Cathy); her grandsons, Tim and Tyler Blankenship; her great grandchild Meadow Blankenship; and her stepsons, Michael Pantano (Darcy) and Bob Pantano (Kathy). She is also survived by nieces and nephews.

In lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation in Esther's memory to Haven Hospice (Orange Park) at https://havenhospice.com.