Marie was born April 19, 1951 to Joseph and Lavina Galante. Marie loved black and white films, oldies music and traveling the world. She attended Gorton High School and Misericordia School of Nursing. Her Nursing career included working as an ICU nurse in several hospitals. After pursuing a bachelor's and masters degree in nursing, she transitioned into nursing education. Her career culminated as the director of nursing education at NYPRES Hudson Valley Hospital.
Marie was predeceased by her parents, Joseph and Lavinia, her brother Joseph and her partner James P. Papacena. She leaves behind her beloved son and bunny James John Papacena (Liza) and Ashley Papacena Terrelonge (Chris). She was GAGA to her beloved grandchildren Carissa, Emmy, Riley and Gabriel. She will be missed by her family and many friends who loved her very much.
In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to St Judes Children's Hospital or the Lymphoma Society.