Lena Grace Lanni

Lena Grace Lanni, 80, of Kensington, went home to be with the Lord on Thursday with her loving family be her side. She was the widow of James V. Lanni. Born in New York, she was the daughter of the late Alfredo and Caroline Pratesi. She was a Kensington resident for over 50 years and was a member of the Crossroads Church of God. Lena loved her church and cherished opportunities to serve God. Surviving are a son, James C. Lanni of Kensington, two daughters, Alicia Cyr of Kensington and Michele Lawhorn of Tenn.; a brother, Alfonse Pratesi of New York; a sister, Jennie Flematti of Kensington; six grandchildren, four great-grandchildren, and several nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be held on Monday at 11:00 AM at Erickson-Hansen Funeral Home. Burial will be in Maple Cemetery. Calling hours are Sunday from 2:00 to 5:00 PM . In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Crossroads Church of God, 146 Hudson St. Berlin, or to Hospice of Central CT, 40 East St. Plainville