Dear Mom,

Purchasing the house next door to you and daddy was one of the best decisions we ever made.  Not having you here after 26 years has not been an easy adjustment.  The traditions we had and the memories we have made are moments I will treasure forever. There isn’t a day that goes by that I don’t think of you. Thoughts of you continue to amaze me.  You and daddy were always the most giving and generous people with a heart full of gold.  Your generosity and love was endless. You cared for your family and always gave us nothing but the best.  I hit the jackpot when God gave me you and daddy as parents and now God is the lucky one.  When I think of our life together, it reminds me of the book Love You Forever.  You were always there to care for your family and lend a helping hand even if it was during the night.  As the years passed and you needed help, your family was there for you as you were always there for us. My heart is broken that you are no longer with us but it gives me peace knowing we gave it our all and you are with daddy. Losing both you and Chipper this year has been very heavy on my heart.  I have more rough days ahead so please watch over me and give me the strength I need to get through these very difficult times.  Please give Daddy, Fran and Chipper a kiss for me.  Chipper always loved daddy’s belly rubs so I am sure he is in his glory! Life just isn’t the same without you. I miss you and love you so much.  Thank you for ALL that you have done for me and my family and for being the best mom and neighbor anyone could ever wish for.  As we know, God takes the best! 

I Love You, 

Jac  xoxo

Dear Nan,

Not many grandkids get to say they lived next to their grandparents. I was fortunate enough to have you and Poppa right next door for the past 23 years. I am thankful to have had you as the centerpiece of our family. I will always work hard to make you and Poppa proud. 

Love, 

Brandon

Dear Nan, 

There has not been a day that has gone by where I haven't thought about you. Not only do I think about how much I miss you but also how blessed I was to have you as my Nan and to live next door to you. I know that you and Poppa are in Heaven watching over us and giving Chipper plenty of belly rubs and way too many treats! I love you. 

Love, 
Madison

"There is something about losing a mother that is permanent and inexpressible - a wound that will never quite heal."

Dear Mom,

As heartbreaking as it was six years ago when Daddy passed away, we had you to help us through our tremendous  loss. In my heart, I never imagined you, too, would one day leave. I could not think of death anymore and felt you would live forever. How could I ever be without my Mom? How could I not have the role model who taught me everything I know?

On October 11th, we lost you, the best of the best. The love and guidance you unselfishly gave your family is, indeed, "inexpressible."  A mother's love is always with her children but you went beyond your children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and grand-dogs. You have touched the lives of so many people with love, kindness, and generosity.

Mom, you and Daddy worked so hard to give us the best life. I will always remember growing up in Brooklyn and moving to New Jersey ("the country" as my Nana called it). You once told me it was because you and Daddy wanted a better life for us kids and that is exactly what you gave us through tremendous sacrifices and hard work. 

I thank God each day that I was blessed to have you for 67 years of my life. There is not one minute of the day that I don't think of you and wish you were still physically here. Life will never be the same without you but I know you are now at peace and with Daddy who you missed terribly. 

I will forever be grateful for the special memories and for all of the wisdom you imparted on me. Your legacy will live on forever.

I will love and miss you forever xox

Pam

Dear Mom, 

I can't believe it's been a little over two months since you passed away.  I'm sure Daddy, Fran, and all your grand dogs were waiting at Heaven's Gate to welcome you home.

Thank you for all that you have given and done for our family over the years.  In addition to putting our family first and making sure that everyone was taken care of, you left a lasting impression on those you interacted with.  You will forever be remembered for your loving heart, empathy, and friendship.   

I continue to watch our Soap Opera and remember all of the times when we held the phone to our ears and listened together.  There have been many times I’ve wanted to just pick up the phone and talk to you about the storyline and what's happening. 

The physical absence of you and Daddy has left a void in my heart.  Whenever I listen to your voicemail messages, it brings tears to my eyes to hear your voices.  I will forever cherish all of our conversations, and memories we made together.
Continue to watch over us.

Heaven has another Angel, and we call her Mom.

Rest in peace Mom.
Until we meet again!
With all my love
Your loving daughter,

Rett
XOXO

Dear Nan,

Thank you for always taking care of me when I spent time at your house. I know I did a lot of barking at times, but you were patient with me and understood my anxiety. You always made sure I had treats, carrots, water, and my bed ready so we could watch tv together. I will never forget how you taught me the word "paw" as I raised it to get a treat. Nan, you were always thinking of our family and made sure the Spencer sign was up when anyone entered your garage :) Thank you for being the very best Nan and loving me as much as I love you!

With love and a paw,

Spencer

Dear Nana, 

While it's difficult to fathom that you're no longer physically here with us, I take much comfort in knowing that you're reunited with Poppa, Uncle, Chipper, Max and Harley.  

Growing up, I can recall the days that you and Poppa watched me while my Mom and Dad were working.  Everyone would always know the days I was with you as you dressed me in big bows and dresses.  You would take me to and from school, bring me to your doctor's appointments (the glove balloon will always be my favorite) and to Wendys after.  

Fast forward through the years and you continued to watch me. 
Thank you for keeping me company on my late night drives coming home from tutoring.   You always asked about how my day was, how my students were, if I had any work to do that night and anything else about my day.  Even when our calls were in the middle of your favorite shows (Blue Bloods and NCIS), you always stayed on the phone with me until I walked in the door.  

Over the last year, all you talked about was my bridal shower and wedding.  We spent so much time talking about what vendors I booked and what I still had left to do.  You wanted both days to be perfect for me and exactly how I envisioned them.  You wanted nothing more than to be present for both celebrations and how lucky am I that you were!  We took so many family pictures together and I'm so grateful that I will always have those special memories. 

Thank you for constantly exemplifying what it means to put your family first.  Whether is was through your actions or words, you would do anything to support your loves ones. 

Continue to watch over us!
Rest in the sweetest of peace. 
Love,
Jennifer

Dear Nan, 
There is no other love that is as special as the love of a grandmother. Thank you for being the best Nan and bringing so much joy into my life. I am most thankful for the support and encouragement you gave me growing up. You had the best heart and always put your family first.
I miss you beyond words - I don’t quite know how I will ever accept that you are no longer physically here but I know you are watching over us. Rest in heavenly peace with Poppa. I love you forever and forever, Krista Girl

Jean Galano was a most extraordinary life force. My most beloved Mrs. Galano, a person of most exceptional qualities, had such an impact on the lives of so many, myself included.  Jean Galano was defined by love; of course, love for her husband, and over most love for her children, but actually for all of us whom she touched.  Jean was defined by love.  Jean knew every kid in the neighborhood and watch them for their own good and welfare.  I was blessed to be classmates with Pam.  We lived across the street in the "development."  Virginia has been home now for Cristina and I more than thirty years, so distance became a barrier.  We were blessed to attend Krista's wedding.  Wedding and party were great, but the best part of all was the unplanned showing up at the breakfast the next morning in the hotel and I spent a half hour next to Mrs. Galano and absorbing her wisdom and the glow of her love.  God bless and keep Jean Galano.  I'm confident He will keep her very close.  A most extraordinary individual and daughter of God the Father.

Dear glano family, I'm going to miss your mother. She was very special and your family were very good. You're very spiritual and very holy. Your mom was very nice. I remember when your mom used to collect money for flowers for neighbors who died. Your mom was very special lady and I'm glad I get to know your mom and your mom raise you very nice. Pretty young ladies and and angel in heaven. God bless you always

I love you Mr. I love so sorry for your loss Jean galano's kids. I love you guys very much. I'm so sorry for your loss. I have fond memories of your mother and father. I miss your your mom. It was very was very sweet. God bless you alwalano family

Dear glano family, I'm sorry your mom died. I love Jean galano. She was a very good person. I'm sorry for your loss. I miss you God very much. She's up there with my mom and dad. Peace to you and your family. God bless you and your family on this tragedy of your family's death

Please accept our sincerest condolences 💐 
A Mothers love is forever 🙏🏼❤️
Pete & Marie

Galano Family-Sending love and peace. Continue to remember all the family time spent and memories made. Love Kathy Defilippis (Lamb)

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Jean C. Galano

July 27, 1934 – October 11, 2023

Becker Funeral Home

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