Stephen “Steve” Dattero, of Medford, passed away on Sunday, October 16th. He was 65. Born in Boston, he was the cherished son of Agnes “Buddy” Dattero and the late Ralph Dattero. Steve graduated from Rindge Technical High School, Cambridge in 1976.
A natural people person, Steve loved everyone, and they loved him. His sense of humor, caring personality, kind disposition, and willingness to help anyone made him one of a kind. Steve was a wonderful husband, the greatest dad, a dedicated son, brother and friend, and will be greatly missed by all.
Stephen was the beloved husband of 41 years to Christine (Gigliello) Dattero. He was the devoted father of Bobby Dattero and the late Michael Dattero. He was the dear brother of Ralph Dattero and Anne-Marie Dattero. He was the son-in-law of the late Joseph and Florence Gigliello, and the brother-in-law of the late Anthony Gigliello. Stephen is also survived by many loving friends.
A funeral service will be celebrated in the Dello Russo Funeral Home, 306 Main St., Medford, Monday, October 24th at 10 AM. Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend. Visiting hours Sunday 3 to 7 PM. Services will conclude with burial at Oak Grove Cemetery, Medford.
In lieu of flower’s contributions may be made in Stephen’s name to a charity of one’s choice.