Gina Hartley

Two years ago we lost an angel and heaven gained one. For us it seems an eternity but for Gina it is less than the blink of an eye. Living as she lived is our best remembrance.

Gina was a dynamic force - what and who she believed in had her entire energy and focus - she left the world a better place from what she gave. Tragically taken at too early an age - sending condolences to family and the community at large that she so loved.

We still think of Gina daily with her infectious personality and smile. To this day she continues to influence our lives.

David Bierman and Marie Palermo

Will miss her and all the great work she did with all the kids!

What a treasure. The time I spent in school with Gina was short, but she made a huge impact on my life. The video I watched made for her coffee shop, brings back even more for me how smart, and self sacrificing she was. I've heard it said, God takes the worthy ones to build his army in heaven. I will miss you lady.

Terribly saddened to hear of Gina's passing. My thoughts and prayers go out to all of her family and friends.

The world was a better place with Gina in it. She brightened the lives of everyone she encountered, never missing an opportunity to share her bright smile. She truly is a 'Saint'. I'm saddened by the way she passed, but know that she's in a much better place now. I look forward to seeing her again.

I want to take this opportunity to thank Gina. I am a community facilitator for 10 developmentally disabled men . I often brought the guys into Edgewater coffee. She treated them as if they were her own family. Giving hugs to each one of them and letting them now how valued they were. That's just who Gina was, a light in everybody's life that she met and will be dearly missed.

You are a most beautiful angel. Until we meet again, my friend.

God keeps those who pass on in his memory because they are precious to him. Psalms 116:15

Gina you will be missed but I know we will meet again. You are a treasured friend and my heart will always smile when I think of you! Your friendship meant a lot to me, thank you sweet angel!!! Love in Christ - Ginny

Our hearts go out to the family. Our prayers and love are with you all. May Gina be in peace and comfort. Always remember she will be watching over all of you.

Betty Dunn
Patti and Martin Dunn-Balodis and Family

We loved seeing Gina on Sunday mornings, and visiting with her after Mass. She kept the same sweet smile throughout her struggle with the cancer, and simply asked for prayers each week. She so much wanted to live, and now she can live in our hearts. Our condolences to all her family and friends.

Dear Sweet Aunt Gina, I will always remember you with the little ones and how much they loved to see you walk in with your big bowl of chocolate strawberries. I also remember all of the interesting people you brought into our lives. Your kindness to everyone was a beautiful example of how to live. I will miss your smile.

My sympathies to the entire community and most especially to Gina's family for the loss of a Saint, not just a Jefferson Saint, but an Edgewater Saint. We won't forget her, Gina lives on within us all who have known her, from decades ago or only weeks ago. I was more blessed then I would ever realize to know her in person, not well, and not recently, but she touched this life too. God Bless her, and her family and I already see her legacy of helping will continue for a long time to come.

To my faithful , loving and joyful friend. I will remember our road trips to see Tomara sing and all the crazy laughter we shared over so many coffee shop stories . We shared many laughs and also we cried on each others shoulders. Thank you so much sharing your life with me and my girls. They are also heartbroken over your departure but they will never forget how you touched their lives. You are one in a million and I will never ever forget you. Thank you and till we see each other again jump all the rainbows and dance till you can't and laugh with everything in you. All our love to the moon and back. Kathy , Chuck, Ahna , Tomara and Kaycee.

Gino, thank you for sharing your life with me. When I think of you, it will always bring a smile...I will never forget the funny stories you shared, the love and patience you demonstrated as you cared for your beloved Mama, the way you accepted and loved everyone. The strength and courage you displayed as you fought your most courageous battle. Most of all, I'll never forget your faithfulness. I miss you more than words can express, but you are free now and that brings me peace. RIP, GINO.

Gina- you got your wings! You truly are a treasure. You will be missed. You spread joy everywhere you went. Shine on.

Gina you will be forever missed. We will always remember your sweet contagious smile and your energy at every team meeting. We are so so sorry that you were taken from us way to early. You always showed your love and wanted more for others then they wanted for themselves. RIP Gina and know we will meet again. We Love You!!!

Gina you will be missed by so many. Your light will never dim. I am in awe of your determination, wisdom, your friendship and your compassion for others. You are the brightest angel in heaven their lucky to have you. Till we meet again my friend. Love and miss you much

Gina Always had the most amazing smile and caring nature. All of us Saints loose another kindred spirit to our father in heaven. May she always be watching over us until we assend to be with Gina and all of the other Saints in Heaven. I will miss seeing her if only so breefly we had in the past. Take a break sweet Gina and enjoy everlasting love.

Gina was an amazing and accepting person. She was always there to help those in need. I will miss you my friend.

So sorry for your loss, much to young but she was fighter. Bob, Betty, Bobby and Mark Gonzales

Gina will remain in our hearts forever. Our thoughts and prayers are with her family and friends.

Love Russ, Cindy, Rachel and Brandon Applehans

The world was a better place while she was in it, because of the love and faith she shared with everyone. I remains a better place because she remains in our hearts and memories. Gina touched so many lives, as a sister, daughter, Beloved family member, teacher, entrepreneur, and mostly as a friend. She remains with us and always will.

Her smile was contagious and she herself like sunshine. Kind and supportive, we've lost one of the nicest people I've ever known. Our deepest condolences to her family and her many friends.

What a beautiful soul that loved among us. I am grateful for her.
Deepest heartfelt sympathy to her beloved family.

Thank you Gina for allowing me back into your life after so many years. Thank you for enlightening me with your love and positive energy to the world around you. Thank you for inspiring me to be a better person to others. Now, you rest in peace and in love my friend. Via con Dios, until we meet again. I love you Gina.

We knew Gina through her coffee shop - "Gina's Coffee Shop" - where we spent many hours, eating, drinking, playing with toys. She was a warm light, and we will always think of that little shop as "Gina's Coffee Shop" for the memories we created there.

Gina was the light of so many lives. Her heart was giving and loving and she always took care of the children. A child of God as she showed us we are completed the cycle and is with the heavenly father form this day forward, where peace and love is all around her forever and ever. Love you Gina - words cannot express our thankfulness for having you here with us in our lives on this earth. Godspeed. Always in our hearts and on our minds - Paula S