Dina Ann D'Gerolamo

Dina was my cousin. Although we were not close growing up, we got to know each other at Southeastern. She was a great person, a kind soul, and if she crossed your path, you were one of the fortunate ones. My wife and her were in AOPI together at SLU and I can't believe she has been gone this long. Thinking of you Dina D!

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

I miss her random calls to throw around some new idea. I asked her "Why me?" And she replied, she liked my Canadian outlook when bringing out new ideas.

Thanks to all who posted pictures of Dina later in life. I was in the great Bonnabel High Band with her and hadn´t seen her since. She was always incredibly nice to me and I thought she was adorable. It´s heartbreaking to hear Dina passed so young. God Bless.

may God be your stronghold during these hard times. Nahum 1:7

Dina D:

Although I new you briefly a few years ago, you were one of the most thoughtful, vibrant and fun individuals I ever had the pleasure of meeting. Thank you for gracing us with your presence. Heaven is lucky to have you. RIP.

I did not know Dina, however i read her philosophy and she must have been a wonderful person. If everyone lived as she did the world would be a much better place.

Dina, you will forever be missed by us who loved you and appreciated you so much. We will never forget all that you did for us. All the smiles you shared with us will be in our hearts forever. Rest In Peace, Dina Ann D'Gerolamo.

Harold And Dave and family please accept our sincere condolences at the loss of your sister Dina. We are sending the Angels of Comfort to help you all in healing and restore Peace in your heart.
Margaret, Charles, Kayla Picone

My heartfelt condolences to Dina's family. She will be greatly missed. RIP my friend.

To Harold and the D' Geralamo family it has been a long time since I have seen yall. The memories that I have is when both of our families went to St. Lawrence church. We did go to H.S together for a year. My condolences to your family and saddens my heart that I haven't had that opportunity to spend time with y'all families.

To the D'Gerolamo family: I am so sorry for your loss. I knew Dina in high school and she was a wonderful person then, I can only imagine what a wonderful woman she grew into. My prayers are with you all. RIP Dina...

Dina was a true angel of earth. Her beloved cherub network was so aptly named. My husband Eddie and I as Benefit Auctioneers worked with her on numerous charities. Dina's unrelenting spirit and inspiration will live on forever in our hearts. Happy forever our friend. Eddie and Melanie Greer - The AuctionGreers

When I think of you, it will be with a smile in my heart. You always had a kind, welcoming smile and knew how to make people feel comfortable. You lived your life to the fullest & we all enjoyed keeping up with the adventures of Dina and Angel!! You will be missed by all of us who loved you and I feel blessed having known you. Peace.

To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.

Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."

It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.

God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.

When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.

I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.

There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.

If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.

So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.

And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.

Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998

Dina,
I will never forget all that you did for us. Your personality and optimism added a lot to our group and we will definitely miss you. It is hard to believe that you are gone;but I know that you are now in a better place.

Dina was a great person and even though I spent a short amount of time with her it was very enjoyable. I got to experience Mardi Gras with her and she made me pay for wearing a Alabama shirt. Life is short and she defiently showed all of us to appreciate every minute of every day. Condolences to her family through this tough time

Dearest D'Geralamo Family, Please accept our sincere condolences and may the Lord carry your heavy hearts at this very difficult time. Thinking of you daily these past few days. Sincerely, Vicki (Mantikos)McCallef (friends of Dave and Lisa from high school).

On behalf of the Atlanta Alumnae Chapter of Alpha Omicron Pi, I want to offer our heartfelt sympathy to Dina's family and friends. We hope that you will find comfort in the happy memories you have or her.

Anne Bachman,Corresponding Secretary
Atlanta Alumnae Chapter of AOII

I write this with a heavy heart and crying. I am honestly still in shock since receiving the call on Friday, September 16th about Dina’s passing; still asking myself how and why. I am so going to miss my dear friend. Her infectious laugh and smile. Her wisdom of advice…”let me tell you what you should do.” I can’t tell you how many times I heard her start a conversation with this phrase. I had the joy of knowing and being Dina’s friend for over 18 years, too short; and 6 of those years I worked with her at AOII HQ. I learned a lot from her forward thinking, and she will be long remembered in my thoughts. I extend my condolences and prayers to her family, especially to her nieces and nephews she so loved and adored and her friends. You will be greatly missed my friend. Lisa Pearson.

harry and family,

i am so sorry for your loss.

i know how painful it is and hope all the best for you all.

paul j ippolito

Dina was always a shining light and I enjoyed our time together. She will truly be missed. Celia Reed (AOII, Atlanta, GA)

Dina i am so glad we connected on Facebook after so many years, we shared the same love and passion for animals, your smile and chats will be missed. Sandi Cox Geoghegan

Dina,

I'm still so speechless about your passing. I hope that if nothing else, you knew that I truly admire you. I didn't get to tell you enough just how thankful I am to have had you around and for all that you did. I know you'll be watching to see how everything turns out. You were such a strong, courageous, caring woman. I miss you so much, as does the rest of our gang. Dina, thank you. I love you.

Dina, I'm so sorry you pass away. You were a very good friend that any one would have like to have. I was the lucky one because we were friend for four years in a row. Im sorry I will not be there but my heart is. Love you.

Dina D!
I'm shocked as I've just learned about your passing. You are still my Bonnabel girl, Kenner lady, AOPi extraordinaire, a dear friend and one of the coolest chicks EVER!! We will all miss your spark and zest for life! My and my family and friends send the warmest wishes and heartfelt prayers for your family. Love you and miss you always, Dina D!!

To say that Dina will be missed is simply not enough. She brought life into everything she touched. A constant smile and a perpetual positive spirit, she always brightened a room. I will always have the most wonderful memories of a truly beautiful soul to fall back on when I think of Dina. Harry and Dave, my thoughts are with you and your families at this time. Friends of Dina, which are many, I share with you in this time of sorrow. Peace

Dina was life and love personified. I never saw her without a smile or impish grin. I never heard an angry or belittling word from her mouth. She was interested in everything and everyone. All she ever wanted to do was give back, share, and make the world better. Dina you are so loved, and will be so missed. Through conversations with you, I know where you are and that I will see you again. Thank you for sharing your life with me while here. I love you. My sincere condolences to the family; you have suffered a great loss.

My prayers go out to Dina's family and friends. May God comfort you during this difficult time.

You have my deepest sympathies for your loss. I am praying for the family at this difficult time for comfort and peace.

My condolences go out to all of Dina's family. Harold, I have no words to help mend your heart at this time but I know that Dina and your parents will help guide you through this horrific loss. Prayers and thoughts remain with you.

To the family of Dina, I am truly sorry for your loss. Although I haven't seen Dina since high school, we reconnected via facebook. I will always remember what a ray of sunshine she was...always smiling, always willing to go the extra mile. I am glad to know that we have another angel in Heaven watching over us.

To the entire d'Gerolamo family - My heartfelt sympathies for your loss. I only briefly knew Dina and her bubbly personality and high spirit are what I will remember most. Please know you are all lifted in prayer. Michele

Dina was such a good friend to Mark and me. And I'll never forget her "let me tell you what you should do" because she was always coming up with good ideas or cutting edge ideas. She will be missed by so many. love and hugs to all her family and those of us who called her friend, there are many. Dana Ray, Atlanta

The sisters of the NY/MJ Metro Alumnae chapter of Aplha Omicron Pi share in your sadness & grief. We remember Dina from her days at HQ. We are sorry for your loss - may she rest in peace.

R.I.P. My friend, you have been called to be one of God's Angels. I will always remember you in my heart. My thoughts and prayers are with Harry, Teri and the family. God Bless.

DINA ANN D'GEROLAMO
Alpha Omicron Pi
COO Kairos Network
My Veggie Chef
( 1965 / September 14, 2011)

Welcome Home
written by L J Coon

Welcome home my friend, from so much suffering
Welcome home my friend, step out of the pain
It’s ok to cry, we've all seen tears before
Its ok my friend welcome home

Talk of love one’s lost, so many years ago
And how you hurt inside, till no more tears would flow
Let the healing start, you can't look back no more
Its ok my friend welcome home

Welcome home, from so much suffering
Welcome home, step out of the pain
It’s ok to cry, we've all seen tears before
Its ok my friend, welcome home

Could I somehow sooth, your pain that lives within
If you just let go, the healing will begin
Holding on so tight, letting go is half the test
Its ok my friend welcome home

Welcome home, from so much suffering
Welcome home, step out of the pain
It’s ok to cry, we've all seen tears before
Its ok my friend, welcome home

It’s ok my friend…the pain won't hurt, no more ...

L J Coon
[email protected]

Dina...was a women who gave not only of her time..but of her heart. She touched so many lives for the better including mine that none of us should be suprised that she was called home way to early for any of us who loved her to be prepaired. I have no doubt she is raising her eyebrows in Heaven..right this minute..and saying to God.."look let me show you how we do that in the south!" Love you my friend..Always will think of you when I am in East Nashville and having a beer! Amy McGee

Dina touched the lives of all who knew her, it is hard to comprehend the loss of our beautiful friend. Several City of Kenner employees worked with her for a short time and will always remember her sweet smile and her great sense of humor...Becky Shepler (Kenner, LA)

Dear Harry and Teri,
I am so sorry for your loss of a wonderful sister. Dina was great girl and so much fun in college. I will always remember her smile and laugh. AOII has lost a true gem. She was loved and will be missed tremedously!
Now she is one of God's angels looking out for all of us. Roses my sister,
Alpha love

Dina was a beautiful and caring person. She loved life and lived it to the fullest. Dina was one of the most sweet girls I ever known during my high school days. She made me laugh when I was down, I was blessed to have known her. She will be missed tremendously by both her family and friends. My thoughts and prayers are with Harry and his family. God Bless.

Much too soon. My prayers are with you, Harry and Teri. She will be missed by many.

I will be praying for your family and friends who are suffering such a great loss. We all know you are in Heaven now. Rest in peace.

Dina, thanks for our talks about life, about taking risks, about taking the positive out every situation..The positivity I will take from losing you, is that, without a doubt in my mind, you left us without ever saying..what if..I hope to live my life with as much influence, positivity, and wisdom as you gave me. I know your parents are so excited to tell you how proud they have been of you while looking down on you. You are loved and missed more than you will ever know! Thoughts and prayers to the rest of the D'Gerolamo and Cullen families. I sincerely hope you ALL can make a trip to Nashville sometime so we can show you all the love that Dina called her second home for the last 20 yrs.

Dina was a bright light whose strength will never dim. She brightened many lives and her influence will continue to shine through them. Alpha Omicron Pi was blessed to have the benefit of Dina's many talents, dedication, and knowledge. All of us fortunate to know Dina were blessed by her friendship and love.

I "met" Dina through phone calls when she worked in AOII's HQ and these conversations started a long distance friendship where she knew, if she was up in the Pacific Northwest, there was always a bed in Vancouver waiting for her. While there was a great distance between us, I felt her warmth and love. Her light will shine for a very long time.

My memories with Dina will always be near and dear to my heart. We became friends during college/sorority and then our lives took different paths and we lost touch. Until a few years ago, we reunited and began a new relationship that I will cherish forever. We always had great conversation and great times with each visit to NOLA. I miss Dina so much.

It is hard to fathom our loss. The joy, energy and love that made Dina the most amazing soul in the world simply can't be gone.

I have the most delightful memories from simple to sublime because she made everything fun and a new adventure. I learned how to properly do a shrimp boil with her from buying on the docks to peeling and eating. She believed everything could be done and made it so. I was always amazed at the breadth of her personal and professional reach and knowledge. She was always someone you could call for any wide variety of reasons. I have lost a dear and wonderful friend.

My heart and prayers goes to you her family. I cannot fathom the totality of it all for you. Thank you for sharing her with the world.

To one of the sweetest girls I knew in high school. Your life was way to short and you will be missed by everyone who was fortunate enough to know you.

There are not enough words to express how much Dina meant to us. She was selfless and compassionate and such a loving individual. So full of life. In the few short years we have known her she became a great friend. We will miss her. Love always, Doc, Rachael, Anastasia, and Olympia Smith

Missing Dina more than I thought possible. I will never forget you, my dear and cherished friend. You will always be in my heart. Sending love to all of Dina's family and her many, many, many friends.

I miss you so much. We had so many deep conversations and you always inspired me to be a better person by thinking from a positive place. Having you in my life the past several years was a true gift. I know you are in a better place and I can imagine when it is my time to join you I will be greeted with a beautiful smile, a hug and a big bowl of jambalaya! So grateful for all your help with ReTune Nashville, we made such a difference. Sending love and prayers to your family and your brothers whom I never met but felt I knew. I love you so much!!

It's so hard to understand a loss such as this. Another angel was needed in Heaven, so the Lord chose Dina. I will always remember her smile and her laugh, and know I was blessed to have met her. My deepest condolences to her family.

Dina was one of the sweetest and most loving people I knew. She always had a smile on her face and was always finding the "good" in everything and everyone. She will be greatly missed by all. I know there is now a true Angel watching over us all. My thoughts and prayers go out to her family and friends, cherish the memories and remember she is with you always. *hugs* Michele Lawler

Dina was always there for me! I will always have the greatest of memories. She had the best sense of humor, loved to laugh, laugh at you and with you. The trips we went on together are what rolls through my mind these days: New York City, Mardi Gras, New Orleans and all the trips through AOII Travel.

It is very true that she lived life to the fullest. You were a great friend and AOII sister!

Amy Worsham Monroe

Dina was a true rose and exemplified what the values and virtues of AOII stood for. She was a spirited AOII who I admired greatly, especially because of her smile and adventurous ways! Thank you for being a part of my life...you truly enriched my life as well as those sisters you met throughout AOII.

Our condolences, thoughts and prayers are with your family.
Phoenix Alumnae Chapter of Alpha Omicron Pi

Your spirit will always be with those who loved you. Rest in peace, my friend.

Dina was such a gem & I'm so blessed to have known her. She taught all of us to love hard & live without regrets. I know that she would be pleased to see all of the love & concern that has been showered on her loved ones these last few days, as we try to comprehend her sudden passing.

Dina, I will miss your beautiful smile; your wicked sense of humor; and your tenacity. I am honored to call you "my Sister; my Friend."

Sorry to learn about your loss. Dina was a lovely young woman who will be missed by all who loved her.
The Reimann Family
George, Joyce, Tara, and Kevin

Dina,
Say hi to my mom for me. You will be greatly missed. Thanks for all the laughter and memories you brought to my life over the past 40 years.