Loretta G. (Lori) Chandler, formerly of Marblehead, Swampscott and Boston, lived in Boca Raton, Florida, for the past 26 years, died peacefully in Delray Beach, Florida, on Nov. 6, 2025, at the age of 88. Born in Boston Lori was the youngest daughter of Eva and Max Averbuck.
Lori was the beloved wife of her husband Melvin Chandler, and they shared 63 years of marriage. Lori was a great wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt and friend.
Lori’s life was defined by her love of travel, and, more importantly, her devotion to her family and friends. Lori dedicated most of her life to raising her children and spending time with her beloved family and friends, but when she wasn’t raising her children or doting on her grandchildren, she was a stewardess for Eastern Airlines, a travel agent and then worked in the field of destination management. Lori loved playing mah-jong, bridge, reading, shopping/walking through malls and stores.
Lori’s passion was her family and friends. Lori was the loving mother of Marc and Michelle Chandler, and Peter and Sondra Chandler. She was the adored grandmother of Tyler, Sydney, Bradley, Brooke, Luke and Gabriella. She was a loving aunt to all of her nieces and nephews. Lori was predeceased by her sister Ruth Braun and her brother Paul Averbuck. Lori’s warmth, love and devotion to her family will be deeply missed and forever cherished.
