Loretta Distefano passed away peacefully while surrounded by her loving family on July 16, 2018 at the age of 70. Born August 28, 1947 in Algiers, Louisiana to the late Vincent and Catherine Distefano, Loretta was a kindhearted woman who lived a life of dedication to her children, grandchildren and family. A widow of Gale Lamar Ray, Loretta leaves behind many friends and family to cherish her memory. Survived by her children, Reginald Hamilton (Shanell Hamilton), Robert Hamilton (Lisa Hamilton), Regina Hamilton Chiasson (Scott Chiasson), Carl Scherb Jr. (Eliza Scherb); Three sisters, Kathy Bonnett, Melinda Bonnett and Sandra Chauvin; Four brothers, Vincent Distefano, Ronald Distefano, Edwin Distefano and William Distefano. Preceded in death by her brother, Gerald Distefano. Also survived by a host of nieces, nephews, grandchildren and great grandchildren. Friends and family are invited to attend a memorial service at WESTSIDE LEITZ-EAGAN FUNERAL HOME located at 5101 Westbank Expressway in Marrero, Louisiana on July 23, 2018 from 5:00pm-9:00pm. Please express condolences at www.westsideleitzeagan.com