LORETTA E. (DIMITRI) BUTTERFIELD

LORETTA E. (DIMITRI) BUTTERFIELD, a longtime resident of Woburn, died peacefully on September 15th, at the age of 91.

Born and raised in Medford, Loretta was the beloved daughter of the late Nicholas and Jenny (Dimitri) Dimitri. She was educated in Medford, graduating from Medford High School.

Loretta made her home in Woburn for over 60 years, where she and her beloved husband, the late David F. Butterfield, raised their family and shared many wonderful years together. Throughout her working years, Loretta worked at New England Rehabilitation Center. 

A kind and devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and sister, Loretta’s greatest joy was always her family. She treasured the time spent with those she loved, especially her grandchildren, and will be remembered for the quiet and loving presence she brought to their lives.

Loretta is lovingly survived by her children, Susan B. Valaitis, her husband George, of Nashua, NH, and David F. Butterfield Jr., his wife Patricia, of North Andover. Dear sister of Robert Dimitri, his wife Nancy, of Kingston, NH, Jeanette Shea, her husband Robert, of Mashpee, and the late Georgette Peachey and her late husband Leo. She was the cherished grandmother of Aiden, Lucy, George, and Joshua.

A Funeral Service will be held on Thursday, September 24th at 11:30 a.m. in the Lynch-Cantillon Funeral Home, 263 Main Street, Woburn. Burial to follow in Woodbrook Cemetery, Woburn. Calling hours will be held prior to the Service from 10–11:30 a.m.