Meliha (Patozi) Myrta

WORCESTER – Meliha (Patozi) Myrta, 93, of Worcester, passed away peacefully on Monday May 15, 2023 at Hermitage Nursing Home, Worcester.

Meliha Myrta was born in Kavaje, Albania, daughter of Ramazan and Bedrije Patozi.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Ymer Myrta, of 55 years. Ymer and Meliha Myrta moved to Worcester in 2002 to be close to their two sons. Meliha is survived by her two sons, Muhamed Myrta and his wife Adriana of Holliston, and Ridvan Myrta of Worcester, a brother, Nazmi Patozi of Albania, a sister, Ismete Guma of Albania, four grandchildren Aldo Myrta and his wife Eriselda, Jola Balboa and her husband Marc, Eura Myrta, and Denis Myrta, three great-grandchildren, and many nieces and nephews.

Meliha was a self-employed seamstress in Albania. She found great joy in designing clothes for her family and friends. She enjoyed spending time with her family, reading, cooking, and raising her grandchildren.

A private graveside service will be held at Hope Cemetery.  There are no calling hours.  In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Hermitage Nursing Home, 383 Mill St, Worcester, MA 01602.