Obituary of Mary Irene Gallant

GALLANT, Irene Mary (nee Murnaghan)- It is with tremendous sadness that we announce that Irene Gallant, aged 74 years, passed away on July 26th, 2012 at the St Catharines General Hospital. Loving and very loved wife of 55 years to Clarence "Frank" Gallant. Beloved mother of Karen (and her husband Richard Howell) and the late Cathy Gallant Lim. Doting and loving grandmother of Brady Howell. Dearest sister to Marie and Louis Lund of St Catharines, and Glady Mackay, Gerard and Paula Murnaghan, and Vince and Judy Murnaghan-all of Prince Edward Island. Wonderful sister-in-law and aunt to many nieces and nephews with a special place in the hearts of Rick, Leigh and Darren Lund. A friend to all who knew her and adoptive auntie to the many children who passed through her warm and welcoming life. Her life was enriched by many exceptionally close and loving generous friends including the Trainor and Degraw families and so many others too numerous to list. She will be remembered as a woman of great personal strength and for her huge loving heart. The gratitude of her family is extended to Dr Walser-Jebb and Dr Nagai and the wonderful people at the Dialysis centers in St Catharines and Welland for their care and friendship. Irene's family will receive visitors at the GEORGE DARTE FUNERAL CHAPEL, 585 Carlton Street, on Sunday, July 29th from 2-4 pm and 7-9 pm. Funeral Liturgy will be celebrated at St. Alfred's Church, 272 Vine Street on Monday, July 30th at 11 a.m. Rite of Committal to follow in Victoria Lawn Cemetery. Vigil Prayers will be recited in the funeral home chapel on Sunday at 3pm. If so desired, memorial donations to the Canadian Diabetes Association would be appreciated by the family.