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JOAN BRETTA Obituary

BRETTA, Joan Joan E. Bretta (Benway) Bretta, Joan. (Benway) Age 90, died peacefully on April 17 at Courtyard Nursing Care Center in Medford. Joan was born to Fred and Edna Benway (McCloskey), the middle child of five children. Joan graduated from Somerville High School and worked at the State House as well as Filenes and owned a salon. Joan was predeceased by her son Harry Roche, her daughter Geraldine Roche, her first husband John Roche and her loving second husband Larry Bretta.Joan is survived by her daughters Marilyn Roche and Barbara Tronca, son-in-law Mario Tronca and sister Arlene Feeley. She also leaves behind her grandaughters Geraldine Thissell, Joan Andrade and Sheena Roche who loved her dearly. Joan also leaves behind great-grandchildren Nina and Juliana Andrade, Greg and Natalie Thissell, Layla, Harper and Harry Jones who loved her so much as well as three generations of nieces and nephews. Joan Bretta loved her family and being with them brought her much happiness. Joan brought laughter and joy to every family occasion. Joan loved fashion and was always sure to look her best. Mom, Nani, Auntie Joan or Joan you will be missed by many. A celebration of life will be held at a later date at one of her favorite places.

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Published by Boston Globe from Apr. 20 to Apr. 21, 2020.

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April 21, 2020

I am so sorry to hear that Joan passed away. My family loved her and she loved my family. We had so much fun with her family when they lived on Governors Ave. She was a remarkable woman.
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Lisa D.

April 21, 2020

Bill and I are very saddened to hear about Joan passing away and the huge loss it is to all of your family! Barbara and Marilyn, I know this is quite a shock to both of you and all the girls and grandchildren as well. She was always "A Lady" and was very welcoming to everyone she met. We send our prayers and love to help you through this very difficult time. May she rest in the gentlest of peace. Bill and Hillery Carroll XOXO

Amelia and Bob Foley

April 21, 2020

We are saddened to hear about the loss of such a beautiful and sweet friend. We will always remember her kindness and her beautiful smile. Our deepest condolences to her family. May you Rest In Peace, Joan.

April 21, 2020

Sorry for the family's loss. The pain of losing someone in death is the most devastating pain that one can feel.may God the father comfort strengthens and soothed all those who mourn.may God sustain the families and friends.my heartfelt sympathy and condolences to the families during this difficult time of grief and pain.
-GP/LM

Annmarie

April 20, 2020

Joan was a sweetheart! I work at Courtyard and she will be missed! I've been calling her Miss America for years because she was so beautiful and always doing her makeup. Rest peacefully. ❤

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