Lori A D'Antonino

 Lori A. D ’Antonino, 47  a lifelong resident of Worcester passed away unexpectedly Monday, September 4, 2023.  

Lori was born in Worcester, one of two daughters of Anthony “Tony” D ‘Antonino and the late Mary (Norton) D ‘Antonino.  Raised and educated in Worcester Lori graduated from Burncoat High School where she was a member and actively involved with The Future Farmers of America and thrived in the field of horticulture.  With a gift for design, and amazing artistic talents, Lori worked for many local florists as a floral designer including Holmes-Shusas and her own design business, Elle Design, LLC.

She is survived by the son she cherished with her whole heart, Noah A. Webster of Worcester; her father Anthony D ‘Antonino with whom she lived; a sister, Lisa Delany, and her husband Chris; her niece and nephew Kaylee and Christopher, many close friends whose children were known to Lori and her family as her nieces and nephews, as well as extended family and friends including her lifelong best friend of 45 years Katelynn Deviney-DiMarzio. .

 Lori, with a flair and artistic talent loved everything about arts and crafts, drawing and design. Whether it was in her floral arrangements ,decorating ,or wrapping a gift, Lori always wanted to make things beautiful, and she succeeded. A devoted mother to her son Noah, Lori found her greatest moments with him and loved him fiercely above all. Noah was her pride, joy and the greatest love of her life. She loved the beach and was her son's  biggest cheerleader at his little league and High School baseball games. Lori was a kind, loving beautiful person with a huge heart and the most beautiful bright blue eyes and would go out of her way to help anyone. She was loved by so many and will be missed. 

A period of calling hours will be held September 30th, 2023, from 9 am to 11 am in the MERCADANTE FUNERAL HOME & CHAPEL, 370 Plantation St followed by a prayer service at 11 am.  Burial will be private.