Marilyn Galimi, 66, of Branford, passed away April 13 at Yale-New Haven Hospital surrounded by her family. She was born Jan. 15, 1949, in White Plains, New York, to Earl Brown and Serene Olson.

She is preceded in death by parents and husband Joseph Galimi (2002). Marilyn is survived by two children, son Jon Galimi of East Haven, and daughter Marisa Russo (Anthony) of East Haven; and two granddaughters, Elizabeth Galimi and Morgan Russo.

Marilyn’s greatest pride and joy was spending time with her two granddaughters. She was a loving mother, devoted grandmother, and friend to all who knew her. Marilyn loved making crafts and decorating for the holidays. She was a retired employee with more than 25 years of service as a financial assistant at Yale University.

The family will receive friends on April 16 from 4 to 7 p.m. at the Clancy Funeral Home, 43 Kirkham Ave., East Haven. The funeral procession will leave Clancy Funeral Home on April 17 at 9:45 a.m. for a Mass of Christian burial at 10:00 a.m. in St. Vincent de Paul Catholic Church, Taylor Ave., with Committal to follow at St. Agnes Cemetery, Branford. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to the American Heart Association, 5 Brookfield Dr., Wallingford, CT 06492, in memory of Marilyn Galimi. For an online obituary, please visit www.ClancyFuneralHome.com.