Marlene "Rocky" Gribner

I knew Rocky in college. Lived across the street from her and used to eat dinner over there all the time. A real sweet and fun person. So sorry to see this.

Dear Family, I am so sorry for your loss ... I lost touch with Rocky after High School, but just knew she would do great things in her life because of her talent and just because of the wonderful person she was!!! We were in Art class with Mr. Charnigo. We laughed and laughed along with Pete Seredo (?) and gave Uncle Joe a run for his money!!!! He was a great teacher and saw the potential in each of his students. I'm sorry I didn't keep in touch with Rocky --- I could have used some of...

Met Rocky in 9th grade algebra at the old Parma Schaff (Schaaf ?) Junior high on 54th St - I sat behind her. Spent summers as friends at Parma State Road Pool, where she was a cashier, and I was a lifeguard. I would have to say that Rocky was one of the 5 most influential persons in my life. She taught me what a good friend can be, and how important it is to have a sense of humor. I wish I could have given to her as much as she gave to me. All my love, David

I met Rocky 60 years ago at Forestwood Ice Rink in Parma...I still remember her telling me about this new group called The Beatles and soon after we were skating to their music which will etch her joy in my memory forever. We hung out in the Art dept throughout High School and then at CIA...She was such a joy to know and a talent to behold...Thanks for the memories and artistic inspiration dear Rocky.

Rocky was a dear friend when I worked with her in Hi Brow and contemporary design at AG. I am so sad to hear this devastating news. Such a huge talent. She was inspiring and so much fun. I´ll never forget you, Rock.

Rocky was a very talented and creative artist, and just a fun person. She will be missed.

I'm writing on behalf of those still here of our old friend group- Margie Banks, Cathy Pavia, Kay Levine. We met in our youth. Rock was at CIA with Cathy and the other group member, Gale Golembeski, who died 2 summers ago. Margie and Gale and Rock lived together in a house across the street from me. We celebrated good things and had great fun doing that and grieved together for the bad things. We all had each others' backs always even into our older years. The loss of Rock is enormous. The...

I bought some of her ornaments she´d made in the 70´s and they´ve been so admired by everyone who sees them. Her talent was so unique and wonderful, and will be appreciated-what a mind & what great art! Thank you Rocky, for all the wonderful creations you´ve made.

So many great memories of Rocky. We all called her "Rocky" because she was one of the greatest fans of Rocky Colavito. The name stuck! She put her whole heart into everything she was interested in. She wore her heart on her sleeve. I remember her riding her tricycle at the annual Parma Senior High School "Powderpuff" football game at Byers field. She was Parma's biggest booster. She excelled at all sports. We first met at State Road Pool. She designed the swim team logo. She was an...