It is with great sadness that the family of Loretta Ann Dear announces her passing on Thursday, February 6th, 2020, at the age 81. Loretta will be remembered as a loving wife, mother and grandmother. She had a "never met a stranger" personality and was loved tremendously.

Loretta is survived by her son Michael Dear, daughter Sharon Dear, grandson Ethan Graham and sister Margaret Brown. She is preceded in death by her husband Russell Dear.

Loretta was born on July 27th, 1938 Kenly, NC to parents Ethel Ferrell and Andrew Scott. She married Russell in 1969 and together they moved to Winter Park, FL.

A graveside service will be held at 11:30 AM at All Faiths Memorial Park, 1390 Park Drive, Casselberry, FL 32707, on Thursday, February 13th, 2020.

In lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation to the AdventHealth Hospice Care Central Florida online. Since 1990 this organization has provided compassionate care and support to over 28,000 patients in Orange, Seminole and Osceola Counties. Your generosity enables patients to live their lives to the fullest, surrounded by family, friends and a hospice care team.