Birth date: Nov 24, 1953 Death date: Mar 22, 2023
Regina Panzarino-Dimig, 69, passed peacefully in Oakland, CA, surrounded by family, following a brief illness. Gina was born on November 24, 1953 to Michael and Irene Panzarino in Jersey City, New Jersey. After Gina graduated from Read Obituary
Lucas and I were deeply saddened to learn of Gina's passing. It has been difficult to process that such a true angel on earth is now with us in spirit. We had the privilege of sharing Gina in our lives providing guidance and love in raising our son. Gina came into our lives when Lucas was an infant and remained with him regularly throughout the years, spanning a decade. Her never ending support and love in caring for Lucas will be with us for a lifetime and helped shape him into the wonderful young man he is today. I would look forward to enjoying time with Gina as a dear friend, always willing to listen and offer sound advice. We will forever be grateful for our friendship with Gina and her presence will always remain with us for a lifetime.
Sweet Gina, you will remain in our hearts forever. We love you!
Happy Mother's Day Regina!
Thank you for the abundance of Joy, Love, Support and Guidance you shared daily with everyone who was blessed to have you in their lives. You moved through this world with humility, grace and limitless faith. First and foremost, your unwavering faith in God and Our Blessed Lady, but also in the frailty of humanity...It was powerful to witness the difference you made in every heart that you touched. We are forever grateful for your eternal love and kindness.
Kathleen
I met Gina when we both worked for a government agency in NJ in 1978. It became a friendship lasting more than 40 years. We took vacations together and would shop at the mall and spend time as friends do.
I felt blessed to have Gina in my life. There was just something about her. That was Gina. You were drawn to her honesty, her smile and her faith.
Gina was more than my friend, she was my family and I loved her.
I was honored when she agreed to be my Maid of Honor and Bob my groomsman. They both made my day very special with attention to the most minute detail. Gina was radiant & beautiful on that day.
When Gina & Bob moved to California, we would have long phone conversations keeping each other up to date on the goings on with family and life. Gina never missed my birthday or the birthdays of my family. Nor did she miss the holidays. We remained as close as ever.
Although we hadn't seen each other, just knowing Gina was "here" was comforting for me. She had that way about her
.I loved her dearly and am still trying to come to grips with her passing.
She was a pure spiritual being who gave love, understanding and compassion to those around her.
My Dear Friend, thank you for your friendship and love.
I will continue raising butterflies in your honor.
I miss you.
Annie
Thought of you Gina when i saw this quote on a card you had given to me years ago..."There are two ways of spreading light...to be the candle or the mirror that reflects it." Edith Wharton
Love you forever through all space and time Gina...
I was deeply shocked and saddened by the passing of Regina and my heart goes out to Justin and Helene for the loss of such a wonderful sister and mother. I had the honour of meeting ‘Gina and JJ’ many years ago when they visited Helene in England and subsequently when I was invited to stay for a weekend with the family in Alameda during a business trip to California. Those visits are firmly etched in my mind and remain to this day some of my fondest memories. In the short time I met Regina I was smitten by her love of life and vitality, her friendship to me; her sisterly love and affection for Helene and her motherly love and care for Justin, to whom she was totally devoted. I was very privileged to have met such a lovely person and convey to all her family my deepest condolences. I can but share some of your sadness and loss at this time. Mervyn McLellan
Though only neighbors in the sweetly simple way, it is that sweetly simple way that sometimes has the most profound affect on another's life. So many times my husband or I would come home to a holiday card hand delivered by Gina on the gate, or in the mailbox. Or a bag of goodies this past Christmas! If you crossed her line of sight you were getting a sincere and present wave hello
and a "How are you doing?" These seemingly simple acts of kindness meant so much to our happiness, and sparked a tiny flame of hope for humanity within our hearts. And her smile. Gina's smile shone bright and through you. I'm sure everyone who had the privilege of seeing it knows the feeling. She smiled with her whole heart and, as if her eyes couldn't contain the light, it ended up radiating outward. We thank you, Gina, from the depths of us, for sharing your light. We feel honored to have been given the opportunity to bask in your energy, even if just for a time. To Robert, and all of her family and friends, we are hoping nothing but comfort and peace for you all. Gina, we have not one doubt that you are enveloped in peace and love. We will try our best to follow your lead here on earth. Until we meet again.
-Cassandra and Manuel
I was truly heartbroken when I heard of Gina's passing. She and I grew up together in West New York, NJ. We went to grammar and high school together. She was one of my closest friends growing up. Her family and mine were part of a great neighborhood and her siblings along with mine hung out all the time. I can remember hanging out at her house with her Mom who I admired. My condolences to her husband and son. And my condolences to the rest of the family. I will always have fond memories of Regina and the Panzarino family.
I'm still in disbelief of the passing of such a beautiful soul. Gina's smile lit up a room and will always be remembered. I met Gina (and her son, Justin) at the child care in a fitness center in Alameda where she took care of my 2 daughters. For the past 26 years Gina and I have exchanged cards for every holiday-Valentine's Day, Easter, Halloween, Thanksgiving, Christmas and birthdays. Not to mention cards and communication in between. Gina adored her husband Bob and son Justin. I've never met a woman so strong in her faith. Regardless of the challenges in life with health issues, etc Gina always had a positive attitude and let it be known things were in God's hands. I'm blessed to have known Gina for the years that I did. RIP, Gina, God gained another Angel with you. Love, April
