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Marlene Yvonne Gallion
09/12/1938 — 10/07/2008
From West, Richland, WA, US | Born in Niles, OH
Marlene Yvonne Gallion
Marlene Gallion, 70, of West Richland, WA passed away on October 7, 2008 at Cherished Living Adult Family Home in Richland, WA. She was a resident in the Tri-City area since 1997.
Marlene was born on September 12, 1938 in Niles, Ohio. Her dad was a city policeman and her mother was an assembly-line worker. Being the youngest of 3 children, her two older brothers soon went off to serve the military leaving her alone. "Mar", as she has always affectionately been called, had an early appreciation for music, taking piano lessons and singing in many choirs both in school and in her church. Many of the "Accidentals" singing group have continued to be life-long friends even if scattered across the country.
Losing her mother as a young teenager meant a strong bond between Mar and her grandmother and her father as well as several extended family and friends. Her early adult life was blessed with her son, Jeffrey and later her marriage to Carl joined their blended families together. Mar's proudest moment had to be witnessing the birth of her first grandchild, Jennifer. Other grandchildren continued to enrich her life as well.
Mar followed her husband's federal career as they moved from Annapolis, Md. to Yakima, WA. in 1979 where she worked for the Yakima Telco Credit Union for many years. She enjoyed bowling, camping and many trips into the Cascade Mountains. In 1984, they returned to Maryland where she worked at the U. S. Naval Academy Midshipmen's Store for several years. Life in Cape St. Claire blessed them with many camping/travel opportunities in the beautiful and historic Eastern seaboard area before leaving in 1993 to move to Kaneohe, HI. Their tour in the islands offered a bounty of experiences and opportunities to travel and to enjoy the polynesian culture.
Health conditions began to change for Mar and in 1997 she was diagnosed with Huntington's Disease. She and Carl settled back in West Richland, WA to enjoy what years they could with friends and family surrounding them. As HD progressed, additional resources were required to assist Mar. In 2005, she moved to Cherished Living, an Adult Family Home in Richland where the owners, Glen and Wendy Kelly provided exceptional life support to her. She became "Mistress Mar" to Glen as he cared for her daily needs. His efforts gave Mar the finest level of care anyone could ask for and the family will forever be in his debt for his professional devotion and personal friendship.
Mar is survived by her devoted husband Carl Gallion, loving children Jeffrey Edwards sonof Richland, WA, Suzanne Smith daughter of Kennewick, WA., Gayle Capen daughter of Yakima, WA., a brother James Agues of Warren, Ohio, an aunt Lillian Jackson of Hartville, Ohio and uncle John Dunkelman of Niles, Ohio. Also 5 grandchildren, Jennifer Bonnaru, Heather Edwards, Jessica Capen, Charles Smith and Leyna Smith.
She is preceded in death by her parents Thomas Verner and Mary Dunkelman Agues and brother, Leroy Agues, all formerly of Ohio.
A memorial service will be held on Oct 18th at Einan's Chapel at 10:00 AM in Richland, WA following with a graveside at Sunset Gardens in Richland.
Donations may be made in memory of Marlene Gallion to Northwest Chapter of the Huntington's Disease Society of America, NWHDSA PO Box 33345 Seattle, WA. 98133
Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this very difficult time.
Carl, my thoughts and prayers are with you during this time. She will be greatly missed!
Dear Carl and Family:
I know that we are late in sending you this message. You know how we feel about you and Marlene. We cherish all of the memories that we have and all the good times that we had together. We loved Mar and we love you. You have always been a very faithful and caring husband and we know that you both loved each other very much.
Our Love, Billy and Elaine
Carl
I and the Tacoma Chapter feel your sorrow in the passing of Marlene. We wish you the best in your trying times.
With fond aloha, Carla. I know you are missing your beautiful love, however you also know she is no longer held in the grips of HD. Blessings on you for your care and your love.
Carmen
Mar is now among all our HD Angels in Heaven. May you be comforted by the years of wonderful memories that you have and in the knowledge that she is HD free. Thank you for sharing with us in the HD groups and allowing us to know you both through your words. Take care and God bless you and comfort you and your family in this difficult time.
~ Lucy Kirkby
Just a fond farewell to a best friend of many years. Save a seat for me.
With much love from both of us,
Irene and Arvo
Our thought and prayers will always be with you.
A wonderful friend for over 40 years. She is now free of the pain and is with our Lord.
Marlene is now safely in the arms of Jesus where she can rest in peace. Our prayers and thoughts are with Carl and family.
Dear Carl and family,
We are so sorry for you loss of a loving wife and mother. Mar was a fine person and good friend to have had.
Take care and know we care,
Don & Carolyn Holloway
Carl
I am so sorry to hear about Mar. I read what you had published in this web page it’s very thought out and a great job.
Mar will will be missed but we know she is in a better place now.
I can’t be at the service but you and your family will be in my thoughts that day.
God Bless you and your family
Carl,
I want to tell you that my heart breaks for you and the hole in your heart with the loss of your beloved Mar. I did not have the privilege of meeting her, but know that you cared for her with such devotion and love for her.
You have been an example to me in the fight for HD and life and I thank you for the example that you have set for me and others.
Please know of my concern and prayers for you and yours concerning this painful time in your life. May God give you the peace that surpasses all understanding and take comfort in knowing that Mar is home, free and no longer suffering from HD.
Carl, my deepest sympathies. I’ve followed your story for several years on the hdcaregivers list, and you were a loyal and loving partner throughout. I hope you find comfort in the weeks and months ahead.
You have helped so many of us during the years with your advice and support. We feel blessed that we met you while you were in Maryland on a business trip. We knew Mar through you and I have got to stay I felt as if I had actually met her. Your love and devotion for her was obvious in your emails. She was blessed to have had so many good years with you. We know you will miss her terribly, the days ahead will be difficult. We hope you find comfort in your fond memories of her. Our hearts grieve with you and we pray you find comfort and peace in God’s love.
Carl,
You know we are with you. We cry with you and rejoice for Marlene.
You are in our prayers.
Bunny & Bill
HD Caregivers
Dear Carl & Family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time of great loss.
Marlene is finally free from pain and suffering and as we all know in a much better place.
We will continue to keep you in our hearts.
Much Love Always,
Audrey & Rico Kramer
My deepest sympathy to Carl and the Gallion family.
We hold cherished memories of Mar sharing the beauties of Hawaii. Our hearts are with Carl and all of Mar’s family at this difficult time.
Carl, our deepest sympathy goes out to you and your family. May you find peace in the Lord. Through the last few years we have gotten to know “Mar” with our visits to the Adult Home where she lived. What a beautiful smile would greet us. My grand daughters and I had the priveliege to help feed “Mar” at dinner time. She warmed our hearts in so many ways. Carl, you gave your “all” to her and more. Let those “sweet” memories over the years warm your heart and take your grief away. She is at peace now.
Our thoughts are with you,
My prayers go out to Carl and Mar’s family. I did no know Mar but I do know Carl. Knowing Carl, by extension I know Mar to be a beautiful, thoughtful and kind person. I wish you peace and solace during this time of bereavement. God Bless You all!
Carl,
I didn’t know your beloved Mar well, but I know how much you loved and cared for her. I am now the caretaker for my dear husband, and I hope I can do it with the strength, devotion, and love I saw in you. Mar is now at peace and pain free. May you find peace and solace in your many memories.
Dear Carl, My deepest sympathy at the loss of Mar. Although I’ve only known you for the past several years through Barb and your wonderful help/advice to me in dealing with Huntington’s Disease of in my family as well. I’ve seen in my mind through your e-mails, the wonderful, caring manner in which you took care of Mar. Your daily visits to the Adult Care Home gave me the insight into what a wonderful person you are and how lucky Mar was to have you there in such a loving manner. I hope God grants you his peace at heart. Dwell only on your wonderful memories of the two of you together and know you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Zoa Ann
Steve and I feel honored to know you Carl and also blessed to know your Mar through you. You’ve honored her through telling us all about her and we feel we know her. I know you feel we’ve all helped you down this road but you have also helped many many people just as much if not more. We are blessed to know you. May good memories help you through this time. Love, Steve and Pat
Carl, please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Now Mar is free from hd and in Heaven with all our other angels.
Mary Jane
Carl,
I didn’t know your wife but I know you loved and and cared for her. Let your memories rejuvenate you and lessen your grief. My prayers are with you and God bless your family at this trying time.
I have followed your love, care and devotion to Mar through the list. You are an inspiration and I wish for you and your family to find peace on this grief journey.
Our hearts and prayers are with you and your family at this most difficult time and as you celebrate Mar’s life. It has been our privilege to know and love you both. Your commitment, love, devotion and care for Mar throughout the years has been “saintly.” May God bless and comfort you abundantly at this time and in the future. Much love, Cindy and Al Donaldson
Carl and family, I’m so sorry to hear about the loss of your beloved Marlene. I won’t be at the service but know my thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Carl
Know our thoughts and prayers are with you and yours in this most difficult time. I, too feel like I knew Mar through pictures and your words. She will be missed. Take care, my online friend.
What a beautiful written tribute to
Marlene, recapping her wonderful
life. Carl, my thoughts and prayers
are with you and your family.
I regret that didn’t really know Marlene very well, but have been blessed by observing how Carl and family showered her with loving devotion. May memories of good times be foremost in your mind in this time of sorrow and closure. God’s peace, C.
Carl, I only met Mar a few years ago but she touched my heart with her beautiful smile and humor. Your devotion to her has always been an inspiration to so many. Everyone could see your love for each other. May the peace and comfort of the Lord be with you and yours.
Carl, Both of us want to send our deepest condolences. It has been a difficult road to travel for you. Your devotion to Mar has always been seen by us. Her hd made the care and devotion to her very difficult. Know that her suffering is over and she is in a better place. We cannot make it to the services due to former commitments. Know you will be in our thoughts and prayers. Al and Mary Ellen DePrey
Dearest Cousin Carl and Families,
Please FEEL that we love you beyond ways and measure. “Feel the brush of angels wings” as they surround you tomorrow and forever. We know you have always been our model of the loving father and husband. Be strong–God is with you “Footprints”. Mar was always smiling and so sweet. Thank goodness you came to AZ. when you did. You were in Hawaii for us and Mom. Don’t know how we could have been there without you both. When you need a laugh, just think of the apple trees behind your MD. home, or Hawaii and the lizards! You are my BRO. God bless you all. Love, Sis 2
Dear Carl –
We’ve been away & just saw your e-mail. We are so sorry to hear about Marlene. It was fun being neighbors w/ you & Mar in Cape St. Clair! Wonderful memories… Our deepest sympathy and healing prayers go out to you & your children.
Love, John & Debbie Wagner
Our time with you and Mar was short but we enjoyed our shared visits and the Newcomer’s luncheons in Hawaii. God bless you for taking such wonderful care of Mar. And God bless you now as you go on alone.
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Marlene Yvonne Gallion