Southbridge : Loretta J. (Veroneau) DiFederico, 93, passed away peacefully on January 7, 2025, at Life Care Center in Auburn after a short illness. She was a beacon of beauty, both inside and out, and her kind spirit was a source of joy and inspiration to all who knew her.

She is survived by her two daughters, Diane M. Sheehan of Southbridge and Susan J. D'Angelo and her husband, Kenneth G. D' Angelo of Southbridge; her two granddaughters, Jennifer Sheehan of Fiskdale and Julie (D'Angelo) Roderick and her husband, Matthew, of Brookfield; her grandson, Matthew D'Angelo of Southbridge; her great grandson, Joseph Roderick; her great granddaughter, Leah Roderick of Brookfield; her sister, Jeanne Tretheway of Southbridge; and many nieces and nephews, who will forever carry her memory in their hearts.

She was predeceased by her former husband, Joseph DiFederico in 2001, her brother Edward Veroneau, and her two sisters, Dorothy Dimitry and Joan Veroneau.  She was born in Worcester on September 27, 1931, daughter of late Albert Veroneau and Helen (Alishauskas) Veroneau-Prendi.

Loretta started her career as a telephone operator with the New England Telephone Company in Southbridge. She worked as a Travel Consultant for Sturbridge Travel for 46 years and part-time at Colonial Travel for 6 years before retiring in 2014. She loved her work and formed relationships and friendships she cherished and held dear to her heart. She had wonderful memories of her travels all over the world.  She had a great passion for music, playing her piano, electric keyboard and listening to her CD's every day. She was an excellent cook and hosted many gatherings for friends and family. She had a knack for home décor. Her home reflected her impeccable taste and decorating skills.

Loretta was known for her unwavering kindness. She had a special way of making everyone feel valued and cherished, and her warm smile could light up any room. She was a devoted mother, grandmother, great grandmother and friend, always putting the needs of others before her own and offering unconditional love.

In accordance with Loretta's wishes her funeral services and burial will be private. There are no calling hours.