Marlene Carol Gagliardi (nee Kattaron) passed away peacefully on Monday, June 26th, 2023 surrounded by her family.

Born on November 26, 1946 in Uniontown, Pennsylvania, she was 76 years old. Beloved wife of 55 years to the late John J. Gagliardi, Loving mother to Gina Postiglione (David) Debra Lunt (Richard) Cherished "Nonna" to Giana Cucchi (Alexander), Alexa Postiglione, Tyler Lunt & Natalie Lunt.

Marlene was a class-act; beautiful and courageous in every way. She was the matriarch of her family and a passionate successful businesswoman; both of which she found great pride and joy in.
Marlene graduated from West Catholic Girls High School in 1964 and pursued a career in cosmetology.

In 1970, she opened Total Image hair salon. However, her love was always Fashion. Marlene went on to open Marlene's Dress Shop in Collingswood, NJ in 1983, celebrating 40 years in business this year.

Throughout the decades, Marlene has had an eye for all of the best fashion trends and loved dressing women, always making them look their best. A powerful and stylish businesswoman that many admired. She will be truly missed by all who loved her.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend her visitation on Friday, July 7, 9 AM to 11 AM at the FOSTER-WARNE FUNERAL HOME, 820 Haddon Ave. Collingswood, NJ. Prayer service will follow at 11 AM. Interment private.

In lieu of flowers, Donations can be made in Marlene's name to Samaritan Hospice at www.samaritannj.org.