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Heidi Galvin Obituary

GALVIN HEIDI E. GALVIN (Age 45) Of Herndon, VA died on September 11, 2010 at Reston Hospital Center. She was born on October 1, 1964 in Lynn, MA. After graduating form Salem State College, she taught school for the New York City School System until joining the Peace Corp with her husband in 1990. She was currently working for SMS Data Product Group, McLean, VA as a Systems Developer. Heidi was a den mother for her sons Cub Scout Troop for seven years and was a avid oil painter. Heidi was the beloved wife of 20 years of John E. Galvin; loving and devoted mother of Fiona Galvin and Declan Galvin; daughter of Redmond "Gerry" Cassidy and Catherine G. S. Cassidy of Swampscott, MA; sister of Catherine "Debbie" Cassidy of Salem, MA, Margaret White of Reading, MA and Wendy Cassidy of Swampscott, MA. The family will receive friends on Monday, September 13 and Tuesday, September 14 from 6 to 8 p.m. at ADAMS-GREEN FUNERAL HOME, 721 Elden St., Herndon, VA. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Wednesday, September 15 at 11 a.m. at Christ the Redeemer Catholic Church, 46833 Harry Byrd Highway, Sterling, VA. Interment will be private. In lieu of flowers the family suggest that memorial contributions may be made to The American Cancer Society, Northern Virginia area, P.O. Box 699, Vienna, VA 22180.

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Published by The Washington Post on Sep. 12, 2010.

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Bernard Kravitz

October 3, 2010

I still remember the day the Cassidy Family drove up in the station wagon and moved in across the street from us. Heidi was the philosophical and artistic member of our neighborhood troupe. I will always remember her smile and positive outlook on the world.
Bernie Kravitz

Holly Shorten

September 20, 2010

My love and prayers to my dear friend Catherine Cassidy, Heidi's Husband, and dear children. Prayers to all of you as well as her sisters Wendy, Margie, & Debbie. Rest in peace Heidi you were dearly loved by your mom!

Colleen Stanley

September 19, 2010

" I am deeply sorry, Heidi was a beautiful person and wonderful mother to Declan and Fiona. Heidi was the den leader for my oldest John and we would continue to cross paths after scouts, I will miss seeing her . My thoughts and prayers go out to your family."

Meme

September 15, 2010

Dearest Family adnd friends,
Mrs. Galvin leaves behind a
beautiful and and outstanding
legacy! Her talents, paintings
creativity, her zest for life
and abundant love for many will
never extinguish but live on in
your hearts. Please know that
our Heavenly Father will swallow
up death forever and his Son
Jesus Christ will resurrect your
loved one to life.

Jane Johnson

September 14, 2010

I heard the news from some of the others in Brenda's painting group. I am so sorry for your great and sudden loss. I know that Heidi loved her family so much! She was such a kind and caring person. I will always remember her big painting on the dog and the jackets she did for the kids. She left you all too early. God bless you.

Jennifer Williamson

September 14, 2010

My thoughts and prayers go out to Wendy and her family in the loss of her sister Heidi.

Terri Dixon

September 14, 2010

Heidi is one of the best people I have ever met. The world has lost so much.

Geraldine Neistorowich

September 14, 2010

Heid was such an exceptional person and I know how much she loved her family. I really enjoyed seeing her art online and always thought she was so talented. My love and prayers to all of you. Geraldine Murnane Neistorowich

The Pooh mural painted in the twins room. What an incredible artist!

Patti Chronister

September 13, 2010

Heidi-Godmother to Sydney-a blessing and gift to my family and anyone who knew her.

Patti Chronister

September 13, 2010

Sharon Howingtn

September 13, 2010

This is s a shock. I haven't known Hiedi long but I knew from the beginning that she was kind hearted person. You will be missed Heidi and we are blessed to have known you.

Sharon Howington

September 13, 2010

This is such a shock, I haven't known Heidi long but knew from the beginning, she was a kind hearted person. Heidi you will be missed, we were all blessed to have known you. God Bless

Thomas Houck

September 13, 2010

Heidi will be missed however memories of her will live on in the hearts and minds of those of us her new her. Our lives are enriched by knowing this truely beautiful person. I belive that my life is better for knowing someone like Heidi. -Thomas Houck (Oakton, VA)

Bobby Knight

September 12, 2010

This is a truly sad day as a unique soul has passed from our lives. To my friend Heidi Galvin I can only say of all the people I have had come into both mine and Raven's lives, she was one of the greatest blessing we have ever known. An the world will be an darker place without her light shining so brightly in it.

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