Marilyn always had a smile and great attitude, and never looked down on anyone. I will always cherish the great times we had together. Our thoughts and prayers go out to Fred and their children.

Fred and family,  I was shocked and sadden to hear of Marilyn's  passing.  She was one of my favorite cousins.  Although I didn't see her  much now,  I have many fond childhood  memories.  My mother and I  enjoyed  hearing her play  with the Penfield orchestra, and she always  remembered my mother's birthday and special occasions .We'll always remember her smile and her kindness. May she rest in peace. I know she will be watching over her family.

Fred and Children, Nancy and Children and all other family members.   Marilyn's light, warmth, strength, intelligence and talents will be thought of often. We send our prayers and condolences to all of you.

Fred and family, my thoughts are with you.  There was no more beautiful woman than Marilyn, in every way.  My deepest sympathies.

Our thoughts and prayers are with all of your family during this sad time. Marilyn was a lovely person and a great role model for anyone who works with children.

Hello Fred & family:
We also are saddened to hear of Marilyn's passing.  She was a good friend to us and to everyone in the Penfield Symphony.  We will miss her smile and her always positive nature.
Jeff & Alleen Fraser

Dear Fred,  We are so very sorry for your loss.    Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this very difficult time.

Fred and family,
Our deepest sympathy on the passing of Marilyn.  We will keep her, and your entire family in our thoughts and prayers.  God Bless you all.
Dick & Jennifer Fantanza

So very sorry for your loss Fred. Scott and I are thinking of you and your family at this time. Marilyn was a lovely, caring woman. She will be dearly missed.

Dear Fred and family,
We are so sorry to hear about Marilyn's passing.  What a wonderful woman she was!  It was our privilege to know her.  Our thoughts and prayer are with you all.

Marilyn was one of the most caring and dedicated child advocates I have ever met. It was truly an honor to work with her. Thank you for your support Marilyn. You made a difference - helping student and staff alike.

Hello Fred,  so sorry to hear this.My condolences to you & your family. 
God Bless

I loved playing in the symphony with Marilyn and my heart is heavy with sadness for her passing. I pray for your peace and comfort in her fond memory. Ellen Fox violinist

Fred, my condolences to and your family!
Len Pecorella MCSO Ret.

I am so sorry for Friend and Confident Marilyn she was a great person and will be missed by all,  Blessed to have worked with her at Eastridge High School

Dear Fred and family. Please accept my deepest condolences at the passing of your wife and mother. The Lord's blessings and peace on all of you. Sincerely, Jim Paulino

Dear Fred, Adam, Tori, Ben and Lilly, Marilyn was a beautiful person inside and out.  It was a blessing to have shared a number of joyful, gatherings with Marilyn and her family.  Our thoughts, prayers and sympathy are with you.

Louis and Susan Staub

Marilyn's kindness and grace touched so many....she was a respected colleague and friend.  Our sympathy and prayers go out to her family.

Judy Realbuto
Barb Shortslef

I am so sorry Gallina family for your loss. Marilyn was one of the most loving, caring people I have met and always had a smile on her face and made you feel like you were the most important person in the world to her.  I will miss her.  My thoughts, love and prayers are will you all.

A lovely and compassionate lady.  Truly one of a kind.  God bless all of you at this difficult time.

So sorry  fred ;to hear of your wife's passing...

"Wherever a beautiful soul has walked,
lies a trail of beautiful memories..."
I will always remember your kindness and compassion in my hour of crisis.
Rest in peace dear friend.....
Till we meet again.

Dear Fred, Tori, Adam and Ben, I am so sorry to hear of Marilyn's passing. I am thinking of you all, and I am filled with memories of her many kindnesses to me.

Dear Fred,
We will miss Marilyn's warmth & support for you. A lovely woman, please accept our deepest condolences.

Fred and family, Sorry for your loss; an exceptional woman.

Fred and Family,
Very sorry to hear of Marilyn's passing. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

I'll miss the conversations Marilyn, Jutta and I had going to Hochstein for rehearsals for the FingerLakes Chorale. Her smiling face above reflects Marilyn's spirit.

Dear Fred and Family,
God Bless, you are in our thoughts and prayers. John & Mary Donlon

Dear Fred and family,
I was deeply saddened by the news of Marilyn's passing. My heart felt condolences to you and your loved ones.

We are deeply saddened by the loss of this beautiful and loving cousin.  Anyone that she touched was blessed to have her in their lives.  She was very giving, always caring about everyone else. She always had a smile on her face and happy.  We have many good memories of the 4th of July parties she was nice enough to host and many other get togethers at her Rochester house and her Ft Myers home. Family was so important to her.  We love her and will miss her.  Paul and Cathy Ferraro

Fred, Robbie and all of Marilyn's family.
I share your sense of loss at Marilyn's passing. We went way back to St. Monica days and I have fond memories of many spaghetti dinners with Robbie and Mr. M on Evangeline St. And the mischief we got into at ASH. She will long be in my thoughts.
Pat Mawn Gooden

I'm deeply sorry for your loss, although I had never met Marilyn, she was a woman of great love and compassion for her friends and family. A quality often no longer found in our society and surely a tremendous loss to everyone who knew her. My deepest condolences.

Fred & Family, we extend our deepest condolences for you loss.  We always enjoyed our times with Marilyn & you.  We will keep you and your family in our thoughts and prayers

Joanne & Dave ferren

Dear Gallina Family, Marilyn's friends and fellow musicians of the Penfield Symphony Orchestra, were profoundly saddened to learn of her passing.  We would like to recognize her many years of service to the PSO by dedicating our performance of the Barber Adagio for Strings to her memory at out My 4 Concert in Penfield, NY.  We send our heartfelt condolences to you all and we shall miss Marilyn very much.

Fred and family our prayers and thoughts are with you at this time.                                  Rosemary  and Casper Caceci

Fred and family, Our deepest sympathy for your loss of a wonderful lady who grew up a few doors down on Evangeline St in the nineteenth ward of Rochester.  She was poised, beautiful and a loving caring wife and mother.  We will keep you and your family in our thoughts and prayers.

A most sorrowful goodbye to my high school classmate, Marilyn, a brave Soul, cultured, elegant, unassuming and joyful.  May God rest Your Soul.  You are Loved. Fred, you and your family have my deepest sympathy.

Fred,
We are sorry for your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Tony & Markyaye Fusilli

I will always remember Marilyn Gallina as a wonderful School Social Worker at Eastridge High School. She supported many students, parents and school staff through difficult situations. May God grant the Gallina Family peace and comfort during this difficult time.

Fred and family,
We were very sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.

Fred and family,
May God bless you and keep you during your time of loss.

To Marilyn's family,
My fondest memory of Marilyn occurred when a group of us she worked with, from Eastridge High School, decided to surprise her by going to her home one cold winter evening to sing Christmas carols.  We were able to give her a nice surprise with the help of her husband, Fred.  She stood on her porch with tears in her eyes as we sang.
May God bless you and your family with peace and may He grace you with His presence during this sad time.
I will always remember Marilyn for her wisdom, her grace, and for her love for her family. 
My deepest sympathy and condolences.

I am saddened by this news and extend to you my sincere sympathy.  I will always remember Marilyn as a woman full of energy and kindness.  She did love you all and mention you often!  She was always a great support to me as an EHS teacher.  She touched so many lives.

Mrs. Gallina, helped me through some of the toughest times in my teenage life. I will always remember how gentle and compassionate she was. I'm so sorry for everyone who loved her.  What a lovely soul she had. May she rest in peace.

The Association of Rochester Police and Area Law Enforcement Retirees (ARPALER) sends condolences to the Gallina family.

Dear Fred and Family,
I was so fortunate to have known and worked with Marilyn. She was a wonderful inspiration and support for the students and families in East Irondequoit. She was a close confidant and held in very high regard. My deepest sympathy and respect.

Dear Fred and family,
Words have little value in such painful circumstances, however, we have had the great opportunity of sharing many beautiful moments with both of you, in Italy as well as in the States, these memories will always be in our hearts along with her love for life and her music!
Arrivederci Marilyn!
From Paola, Annibale, Fabiola and Davide

Fred - we are so sorry to hear of your loss and will keep Marilyn and your family in our prayers.

Dear Fred, Adam, Tori and Ben, my heart is heavy with the loss of my dear friend. She truly was an elegant sole. God Bless you and may you find comfort in knowing that she is no longer in pain.

Dear Fred and Family,
May your wonderful memories give you and family the strength to carry on.  God Bless You and My prayers are with you.

Fred,
The best words written to express my sentiments can't alliveate your sorrow and that of your children. So I virtually reach out to you with my arms for a warm hug. 
Love to all of you.

Fred,
   Please accept my condolences on Marilyn's passing. I wish I could put into words some thoughts that might help you get through these difficult times. I am in NC and will not be home till May 1st. I hope I will see you in the near future.
              Bob Kammer

Fred we are so very saddened to read of Marilyn's passing. Marilyn was one of a kind personality. Her warmth and kindness was beyond compare. Her smile  lit up a room and laughter at you Fred was always so sweet. The world lost such a good woman.  She will be missed. Peace, prayers and hugs to all of you.  Lou and Therese

Fred and family,
Please accept my deepest sympathy for your loss. Keep Marilyn in your mind and heart and she will be by your side forever.

Marilyn was wonderful to work with, very professional, kind, caring and supportive of students and staff. I was always happy to see her friendly face. Please accept my sincere sympathy.

Rest In Peace Marilyn, it was an honor to work with you. Thank You.

oh Marilyn you have a light around you and I loved it the few times I was lucky enough to be around you, you are such a special being and I know I'll see you again we just have to make it through this hardest time imaginable and know you are here always

Fred,Adam, Victoria,and Ben, Angie and I extend our deepest sympathy.We pray that you may find comfort in knowing that she is in God's loving arms.May God begin the healing in your hearts and soul, and may the beautiful memories bring you peace during this difficult time.

Fred & family,

Michael & I are thinking of you & send our heartfelt sympathy at this very difficult time.  Marilyn's smile & kindness will always be remembered.    We will truly miss her.

Marilyn and I were team partners in East Irondequoit for over 20 years.  I could not have asked for a more dedicated, professional, compassionate colleague.  Our collaborative work led to a friendship that I will always treasure.

Fred, Adam, Victoria and Ben,
From very far away but very close to your sorrow, Marilyn will live in my heart and in the hearts of all  those who where fortunate to know her. She is indeed an unforgettable woman!

Thinking of you in this very difficult time I am so sorry for your loss. Marilyn was loved by everyone who knew her. I have many fond  memories of her!

OBITUARY

Marilyn Marion Gallina

July 16, 1946 – April 18, 2015

Hodges Funeral Home at Lee Memorial Park

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