With heavy hearts we announce the passing of our dear mother in her 82nd year. She lightened the lives of all she touched throughout her life, especially during her stay at Entendicare. Predeceased by her loving husband Gerald and her baby daughter Mary. She is survived by her children Douglas (Kristen), Gary and Susan (Brian). Grandmother to Greg, Rachel and John. A tribute of thanks to the staff at Extendicare for their patience, care and compassion. Funeral Mass will be celebrated at Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church, 305 East 37th Street, Hamilton on Thursday February 18th at 10 a.m. Internment of cremated remains at Holy Sepulchre Cemetery. Loretta would be honoured by your donations to the Hamilton and Halton Alzheimer Foundation. On-line condolences may be made at www.cresmountupperjameschapel.com