Palm Beach Gardens, FL – Nina Gailiunas, 95, of 2988 Susan Ave., died Wednesday, May 1, 2013 at the home of her special caregivers Judy and Stanley DeWalt. She was the loving wife of the late Peter G. Gailiunas. Born in Lithuania, she was forced to leave her home after Stalin’s army occupied her family’s farm. She never was able to return to her family home and later emigrated to the U.S. after World War II.
Mrs. Gailiunas worked for several years at Travelers Insurance Company and started her family with Peter in 1954. They were both proud members of the Lithuanian community of the Greater Hartford area.
Nina is survived by her two sons Raymond Gailiunas and his wife Gretchen of Stamford, CT and Dr. Ernest Gailiunas and his wife Laura of Osterville, MA, and four grandchildren Katie, Sara, Jana, and Kara Gailiunas. She was predeceased by three brothers.
Relatives and friends are invited to visit with Nina’s family from 11:00 to 11:30 a.m. on Saturday, May 11, 2013, in the Gilman Funeral Home, 104 Church St., Putnam, followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 12 Noon in St. Mary Church, 230 Providence St, Putnam, CT. Burial will follow in Gate of Heaven Cemetery. For memorial guestbook visit www.GilmanAndValade.com
Kathy Broderick
I was sorry to hear of Nina’s passing but like my mom I am sure she was ready to start this next journey. I have fond memories of this lovely and quiet lady. I will keep her in my prayers with the rest of my loved ones. Much love, Kathy
Tris Carta
Dear Ernie:
I am sorry to hear of the loss of your Mom.
It sounds like she courageous women.
Based on knowing you, I know she was a great Mom.
I hope you and your family, fill the emptiness that you feel with great stories of your Mother’s life.
Tris Carta
Patricia Maggio
We are sorry for the loss of your mother and grandmother but happy to know that she is at peace and in wonderful place now. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
With love, -Patty, Joe & Leo
Vincent & Catherine Byrne
Our condolences to the family of Nina L. Gailiunas
We will miss her at our parish of Our Lady Of Assumption in Osterville, Ma. She was a remarkable person. Very devoted to her faith. I would drive her to church and she would always say “GOD BLESS”. When she was unable to go to church I would bring her communion. She was so grateful. May God bless her and all her family
Vin & Kitty Byrne