Loretta Frontera

Loretta Frontera, a beacon of love and light, passed away on April 8, 2024, at the age of 87.

She was the beloved wife of the late Leopold and the cherished mother of Leopold Jr. (Janet), Bart (Sophia), Marie (Morris) Adams, Dominic (Sue), Lisa McDonald, and the late Rose Sowers. Loretta was the proud grandmother of 10 and the great-grandmother of 9. She was the dear sister of the late Margaret, John, Gloria, and Ronald.

Born and raised in Southeast Detroit, Loretta's journey was intertwined with love and compassion. It was in her hometown where she crossed paths with Leopold, the love of her life. Their bond was one of unwavering devotion and mutual respect, a union that stood the test of time.

Loretta's essence was defined by her boundless generosity and her ability to spread joy to all she encountered. Whether friend or stranger, she greeted everyone with a warm smile and a kind word, brightening their day with her presence. Her legacy lies in the countless lives she touched, leaving an indelible mark of kindness and compassion.

With a heart full of love and a zest for life, Loretta embraced each moment with grace and humor. Her culinary skills were legendary, especially her mouthwatering sauces, delectable meatballs, and tantalizing Italian dishes. But it was her Chocolate Chip Cherry Nutcake that held a special place in the hearts of her loved ones, each bite a testament to her culinary prowess and her love for her family.

Family gatherings were a source of immense joy for Loretta, particularly the memories created at Butki Farm in Lexington, Michigan. Surrounded by loved ones, she radiated warmth and happiness, her laughter echoing through the halls of their cherished retreat.

Animals held a special place in Loretta's heart, with pets like Trooper, the Doberman brought home by Bart, and Lucian, another beloved family dog, bringing her immeasurable joy and companionship.

Friends and family are invited to pay their respects during visitation hours on Friday, April 12, 2024, from 3:00-8:00pm, with a Memory Sharing service at 6:30 pm at the Bagnasco & Calcaterra Funeral Home, located at 13650 E. Fifteen Mile in Sterling Heights.

A Funeral will be held at the funeral home on Saturday, April 13, 2024 at 11:00am with visitation beginning at 10:00am.

In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests donations to be made to the Macomb County Humane Society in honor of Loretta's love for animals. Her spirit will live on in the hearts of all who were fortunate enough to have known her, her memory a beacon of light in a world touched by her kindness and grace.