Marian was born on September 18, 1929, in East Chicago, Illinois, to Augustine and Rafaela Vera. She graduated from East Chicago Washington High School and went on to earn her Master’s degree from the University of Notre Dame. On August 7, 1958, she married Joseph Galasso, and they shared 56 years of marriage.
Marian spent 40 years as a teacher, and her passion for education touched countless students over the course of her career. She was a member of Delta Zeta Sorority. Beyond the classroom, she loved to travel, and nothing brought her more joy than her grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Joseph Galasso. She is survived by her son, Michael Galasso; her grandson, Tony Galasso, and his wife, Taylor; her granddaughter, Ashleigh Nelson, and her husband, John; her great-grandsons, Julian “Donato” Galasso and Benjamin Nelson; and her great-granddaughter, Annabelle Nelson.
Funeral services will be held on Saturday, November 14, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. at St. Patrick Church.
In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to St. Cecilia’s Catholic Church in Clearwater, Florida.
