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Loretta LaCAMERA Obituary

LaCAMERA, Loretta B., Of Westwood, MA, died May 31, 2023, surrounded by her loving family. Beloved wife of the late John J. LaCamera. Loving mother of General Paul J. LaCamera (U.S. Army) and his wife, Theresa, stationed in the Republic of Korea, LTC Trése A. Bannister (US Army, Ret.) of Westwood and her husband, MG Jeffrey Bannister (deceased), Carolynne M. Cronin and her husband, John J. Jr. of Westwood and Michael S. LaCamera of Boston. She was the grandmother of 13; great grandmother of two; and sister of Anne M. McGuire of Norwood. Also survived by many loving nieces and nephews.

Loretta was the epitome of strength, character and humility. Her faith and quiet example made her the rock of her family.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend Visiting Hours in the Holden, Dunn and Lawler Funeral Home, 55 High Rock St., WESTWOOD, on Monday, June 5, from 4-7pm. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Tuesday morning, June 6, at 11am, in St. Denis Church, 157 Washington St., Westwood. Interment at New Westwood Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Loretta's memory to the charity of your choice.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Boston Globe from Jun. 2 to Jun. 4, 2023.

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Sonya R. Robey-Anton

November 6, 2025

RIP Dear Lady, I know you were a wonderful mom.

Regina Gettings

December 10, 2023

I´m so sorry for her lossMay her eternal Soul RIP.

Ruth Kruse

July 1, 2023

To the LaCamera family, so sorry for your loss. May God comfort you all during this difficult time.

Karla Crosby

June 13, 2023

I am so sorry may she rest in peace. May God bless you all.

Carol king Allnutt

June 7, 2023

Terri

June 7, 2023

We are very sorry for your loss. Your Dad and Mom were such good friends to my parents. May you find comfort in the tough days ahead.
Maura and Terri Graham

Korea Defense Veterans Association Korea Chapter

June 4, 2023

My Condolences......I am sorry to hear that. May she rest in peace.

Debra Ann

June 4, 2023

Gen. LaCamera, so sorry for your loss. May you and your family find solace in knowing she is with her maker and at peace. She was able to see you rise to the top of your mountain. Which made her very proud! Sending heartfelt prayers to you and you whole family. Debra Ann, 1117 Forest Area RD. , Kinston, Al. 36453

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Foundation Korea-US Alliance

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Leem ho young

June 3, 2023

June 4, 2023

I learned that CFC Commander Paul LaCAMERA's mother, Loretta LaCAMERA , passed away on May 31 at the age of 87. On behalf of the Korea-U.S. Alliance Foundation(KUSAF), I would like to convey our deepest condolences to General Lacamera, who has suffered the great loss of his mother. I apologize for not being able to be with you on the spot, and I hope that our condolences will be of great comfort to you. I hope that you will not lose your health because you are heartbroken so deeply, and I am sure that you will be able to overcome the great sorrow of separation from your parents and lead the ROK-U.S. CFC in your usual healthy way. Thank you.

Leem ho-young
General(R), ROK ARMY
President, KUSAF

Joan Milford

June 3, 2023

To the LaCamera Family, our condolences to you for the loss of your mother. She will be missed greatly but may all your wonderful memories of such a lovely person bring you much happiness to remember.

Roy and Karin Kaiser

June 2, 2023

Our deepest sympathies to the LaCamera family. Loretta was a special woman and will be deeply missed by all. May you find comfort in Gods loving embrace and know she is watching you from heaven with a smile on her face. Many thoughts and prayers for your family. God Bless you all.

Betty Southworth

June 1, 2023

You all have my deepest sympathy. My prayers are with the LaCamera family. May the Lord grant you peace and comfort.
Love and hugs
Betty Southworth from Wisconsin.

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Memorial Events
for Loretta LaCAMERA

Jun

5

Visitation

4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

Holden Dunn Lawler Funeral Home

55 High Rock Street, Westwood, MA 02090

Jun

6

Service

11:00 a.m.

St. Denis Church

157 Washington Street, Westwood, MA 02090

Jun

6

Interment

12:15 p.m.

New Westwood Cemetery

877 High Street, Westwood, MA 02090

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55 High Rock Street, Westwood, MA 02090

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