Gail P. Kalina

Gail Patricia Kalina passed away peacefully on Sunday, September 23, 2012 at her home in New York City with her devoted sons, David and Michael, by her side. Born June 15, 1949, Gail was the daughter of the late Alfredo R. and Madeline Toledo (Deane). She was born and raised in Brooklyn, New York but lived most of her life in New York City. Gail was loving and supportive. She enjoyed celebrating her life and had a strong sense of responsibility coupled with fierce independence. She worked tirelessly to provide for her sons and through her example taught them to achieve success in their lives. Gail loved to watch sports and movies. She loved to shop and would diligently search for a bargain, which she always found. Gail was extremely proud of her sons, placing their college degrees in elaborate frames in her apartment and speaking endlessly about them to anyone and everyone in her life. She was dedicated to her career and had an incredible sense of humor with a sharp wit. She loved European history and enjoyed experiencing it through her worldly travels. Gail is survived by her sons David and Michael; daughter-in-law Teresa; sister Cheryl, and many loving friends and family. A viewing is being held on Tuesday September 25th and Wednesday September 26th at 3:00-5:00p.m. and 7:00 - 9:00p.m. in Walter B. Cooke Funeral Home, 352 East 87th Street, New York, NY. A Mass of Christian Burial will be offered on Thursday, September 27, at 10:00 a.m., at Holy Name of Jesus Church on 96th Street and Amsterdam Ave., New York City. Entombment will follow in Rose Hills Memorial Park, Putnam Valley, NY.