Linda Marie Gallo, 56, of Kenosha, passed away peacefully, Saturday, July 3, 2011, at her home surrounded by her loving family, after a yearlong battle with metastatic Renal Cell Cancer. She was born on May 6, 1955, to Eugene M. and Eleanor J. (Potter) Metten. She attended St. Mark’s Grade School, Lincoln Jr. High and graduated from Tremper High School. On October 19, 1979, she married the love of her life, Dino M. Gallo. They were blessed with two beautiful daughters, Marissa and Andrea. She worked as a medical biller for over 30 years at Radiology Consultants and at Kenosha Radiology Consultants for the past 8 years. She enjoyed working in her yard and in her home. The family took yearly trips to Disney World for over 20 years. She participated in the Relay for Life Fundraiser for several years. Survivors include her husband, Dino Gallo; daughters, Marissa Lynn and Andrea Alexis; her mother and stepfather, Eleanor and James Froehlke; father Eugene; sister, Janet (Gary) Suokko; and brother, David (Sandy) Metten. She is also survived by her mother-in-law, Irene Gallo; brothers-in-law, Joseph (Lorena), John (Caroline), Ronald (Bev), Gino (Jackie), Albert (Marge), and Michael (Eileen); and sister-in-law, Rose (Robert) Nelson. She is survived by four special nieces, Bailey Schwartz, Mari Suokko, Marci (Prashant) Kelkar and Tracy (Robert) Malcewicz; and two special aunts, Joyce (James) Collins and Vittoria Belmonte. Also surviving her, are her aunt and uncle, Cay and George Metten. Meeting her at Heaven’s Door will be her grandparents, George and Frances Metten; her father-in-law, Ralph Gallo; as well as her faithful canine companion, Maxwell. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at St. Mary’s Catholic Church on Thursday, July 7th, at 1:00 p.m. Entombment will follow at All Saints Mausoleum. Visitation will be held Thursday at the church from 12:00 noon until the time of Mass. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to the Relay for Life Team Walgreens.Proko Funeral Home & Crematory5111-60th StreetKenosha, WI 53144Phone: (262) 654-3533Visit Linda’s Online Memorial Book at:www.prokofuneralhome.com
Condolences
Marlene Tolliver Caldwell
August 22, 2011
I remember Linda as the first born of my good friend Eleanor Potter Metten. May God bless all Linda's family.
Wally and Erin Matoska
July 7, 2011
Dino and family,Erin and I are both sorry to hear about your loss. We just wanted to let you know that are thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.Sincerely,Wally
Rick, Fran, Christine, and Katie Wielgos
July 7, 2011
Dear Dino,Marissa,and Andrea,We were deeply saddened to hear of Linda's passing. Our condolences and prayers go out to you and your family.Love,The Wielgos Family
Jim & Joyce Collins
July 6, 2011
To Linda We will miss you so much our hearts are broken and it will never be the same without you You are loved Uncle Jim and aunt Joyce
Grace Morano
July 6, 2011
Dear Dino, Elenore, and Janet, I am deeply saddened for your great loss. I know Linda was a wonderful person. My prayers are with you and your beautiful family. My God comfort you always. Love, Grace Morano
Suzanne Morano Puterbaugh
July 6, 2011
Dino, Marissa, Andrea, Elenore, Janet, and David, Please know that I am very sorry. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. I know what a special wife, mother, and sister she truly was to each of you. Linda too touched my life. I remember with fondness the many Friday nights she spent with Janet and I when we were young, making homemade pizza with us while Dino was away at College. I also remember the summer days she would come home from work on her lunch hour and watch All My Children with us. Mostly, I remember her humor, kindness, dependability, and sweetness, all gifts she shared and passed down to her remarkable daughters. Peace and Love, Suzanne Morano Puterbugh
Kris (Olsen) Thrailkill
July 6, 2011
To Janet, Gary and the entire family,Please accept our deepest condolences for your loss. May God hold you all close at this difficult time and always. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Lynette Hartnell and family
July 6, 2011
Linda was a strong wonderful loving person. Dino and girls you have my deepest sympathy. You are in our thoughts. I will always remember Linda taking me to the Strawberry Farm when I was younger and still to this day every time I pass it I think of her. Heaven has gained another angel to look over all of us and someday we will be able to visit with her again. Love Lynette Carl and family
Lisa Wildenberg
July 6, 2011
My deepest sympathy to Dino, Marissa, Andrea and family. I worked with Linda and know what a wonderful woman she was. She will be sadly missed! I wish God didn't have to take her so soon, heaven has a beautiful angel. Again my condolences to the family.
Scott and Shawna Gentz
July 6, 2011
Dino, Marissa and AndreaWe are truly sorry for Linda's passing. She was a kind and thoughtful woman. It always meant alot to Scott and I that Dino and Linda came to the hospital to visit and see both of the girls when they were born. That will always hold a special place in our hearts. I will miss visiting with Linda at my annual rummage sale - I know how much she enjoyed rummaging with her friends! We are grateful that Linda is no longer in pain, however she will be forever missed by so many. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.Love Scott and Shawna
Janine Williams
July 6, 2011
Dino, Marissa, & Andrea, I'm so sorry to hear of your great loss. You all are in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. My sincerest condolences. With Love, Janine
Barbara (Sobotowicz) Sterling and David Sterling
July 6, 2011
Dear Dino,Marissa, Andrea and all of Linda's family: My deepest condolences to all of you. I never had a sister, but if there was anyone in this world who was like a sister to me it was Linda. She was a wonderful person, friend and someone who was endearing to everyone. I know I will cherish every memory I have of her even though many of them stretch back to our younger days. All of you are in my prayers and hope that her memory will take you through this difficult time. I am happy she was able to have such a wonderful life and although she will be missed more than words can say, someday hopefully we will meet again. May God be with all of you. Love, Barb
Rhonda Rizzo
July 6, 2011
Dear Andrea and Family, My deepest sympathy to all of you, in my thoughts and prayers always. Love, Rhonda
Marlene Quick
July 5, 2011
My deepest sympathy to all of you. Linda has been greatly missed for the past year and will continue to be missed always. I admired her strength in recent months when it must have been so difficult to have to endure so much. She was a wonderful wife, mother and a compassionate, generous friend to all who knew her. It was my pleasure to have worked with her for 8 years and to have also known her as a friend. You are in my thoughts and prayers. With love, Marlene Quick