Patricia Ann Gallicchio Obituary - Visitation & Funeral Information

Patricia Ann (Lamoureux) Gallicchio, 82, of Newington, loving wife of Victor Gallicchio, passed away on October 21, 2016 at St. Francis Hospital. She was born in Hartford the daughter of the late Raymond and Marion ( Murray) Lamoureux. Compassionate, genuine and loving, Patty brought sunshine and beauty to the world around her. Poems, sonnets and love songs have been written about the kind of love that Patty shared with Vic, her husband and the love of her life for more than six decades. Their love has inspired the generations of our family to understand the meaning of love, friendship, commitment and the importance of including humor in life. As a long standing member of the Holy Spirit Church and then the Church of the Incarnation, Patty shared her passion and love of helping others through the Women’s Guilds, untold hours of volunteer work and service to others. She was a past Chairwoman of the American Heart Association and was honored as the Woman of the Year for her tireless dedication to helping others. Patty was a nursing home volunteer for many years and was often caught sneaking hot fudge sundaes into the residents who shared her love of sweets. The nursing staff loved her as much as the patients. Patty wanted little recognition but instead encouraged all to pay it forward, with any kindness and blessing that they received. Patty was a member of the ministry the Apostolate of Divine Mercy & Healing and she and Vic travelled with Fr. Ralph and attended services internationally including Portugal and France and nationally throughout New England. She found passion in all that she did and incorporated her spirituality into all aspects of her life. Patty always took the time to tell everyone that they were not only cared for, but they were always prayed for as well. Patty was an artist whose talents included painting, designing, sewing, decorating and entertaining. Patty loved to plan dinners for every family event and holiday. Her dinner table settings were more than dishes and silverware, they were Still Life Compositions of Design. She found ways to bring beauty into life in so many simple, yet impactful ways. She challenged those around her to be the best version of themselves and she accepted that version whole heartedly. She always undervalued her impact on the world and yet was a fearless advocate in ensuring that others knew how important they were to this life. She had a talent for letting each person feel like a warrior who could conquer the world. Patty’s family and friends were her most valuable possessions. She leaves behind her son, Keith Gallicchio; two daughters, Kathy (Gallichio) Hendrickson, and Denise (Gallicchio) Rolley; grandchildren, Kristine (Rolley) Barona, Jimmy Rolley, Tiffany Rolley, Derrick Hendrickson, Cody Hendrickson, Ryan Gallicchio, Ashley Gallicchio, and Justin Gallicchio; great grandchildren, Logan, Isabella, Juliana, and Giada. She was predeceased by her siblings Raymond Lamoureux and Jean (Lamoureux) Keegan In her final moments on earth, Patty still put others needs above her own. She waited until her family was resting during the night before she allowed herself to give into the peace that so desperately deserved. Patty was a spirit whose infinite goodness cannot truly be articulated by words alone. A funeral service will be from the Rose Hill Funeral Home 580 Elm St. Rocky Hill on (October 25, 2016) 11 AM, followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 11: 45 AM in Church of the Incarnation, Wethersfield. Burial will follow in Rose Hill Memorial Park, Rocky Hill. Family and friends are invited to call on Monday (Octobr 24, 2016) from 4 to 7 PM at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers please make donations in Patricia's memory to Apostolate of Divine Mercy & Healing, Post office box 344 Auburn, MA 01501-0344 (www.rdohealingministry.org )

Patricia Ann Gallicchio

July 12, 1934 - October 21, 2016