Loretta M. Destefano Obituary
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the death of Loretta M. Destefano of Melrose, Massachusetts, who passed away on February 25, 2026, at the age of 91, leaving to mourn family and friends. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.
In the quiet moments of reflection, amidst the gentle rustle of leaves and the whispered song of the stars, we shall carry Loretta's memory with us, a guiding light illuminating the path ahead. May Loretta's journey be filled with peace and serenity, and may she find rest in the embrace of eternity.
She was loved and cherished by many people including: her parents, Joseph and Anna Rimer (Knaiz); her children, Leslie and Ricky; and her husband Anthony Destefano (Tony).
Contributions in memory of Loretta may be made to the Massachusetts Audubon Society, Fund for Nature c/o Member Services, Mass Audubon, 208 South Great Rd., Lincoln, MA. 01773 or St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN. 38105.
