Jean Ann (Renda) Staffiere, of Medford, passed away on Friday, July 10th. She was 85. Born in Boston, she was the daughter of the late Domenic and Teresa (Lenta) Renda.

Jean loved to spend time with her family and friends. She especially loved her grandchildren. She enjoyed cooking; she was famous for her homemade sauce and pasta dinners which she served religiously on Sunday. Jean loved everyone, and was loved in return. She was dedicated to her children and grandchildren, taking care of them was her passion, making them all happy was her main goal in life, and she succeeded, on every level.

Jean was the beloved wife of the late William Staffiere. She was the devoted mother of Don Staffiere, and his wife AnnMarie of Stoneham, Robert Staffiere, and his wife Elisa of Westford and the late Steven Staffiere, and his surviving wife Linda. She was the loving Nonnie of Billy, James, Michael, Marissa, Arina and John. Jean leaves behind many loving family members and friends.

A funeral mass will be celebrated in St. Clement Church, 71 Warner St., Medford, Wednesday, July 15th at 10 AM. Visiting hours have been respectfully omitted. Services will conclude with burial at Oak Grove Cemetery, Medford.

In lieu of flowers contributions may be made in Jean’s name to Arnold House Nursing Home, 440 William St., Stoneham, MA 02180.