Mary Lou Galati

Mary Lou Galati, 93, of Indianapolis, Indiana passed away on December 20, 2023, surrounded by her loving family. She was born in Seymour, Indiana on October 12, 1930, to the late Charles & Agnes Grein. Mary Lou graduated from Seymour High School in 1948. She married Lewis (Lew) Galati who was the love of her life on October 5, 1950. Mary Lou & Lew would have celebrated their 73^rd wedding anniversary this year. She was passionate about art, music, decorating and crafts.  Mary Lou was an extremely gifted artist and loved oil painting.  She painted over 200 pieces of “love” in her lifetime. Mary Lou also loved playing the piano and organ which she played by ear.  Mary Lou was a longtime member of St. Barnabas Catholic Church and was an organist there for 50 years. She loved to garden and enjoyed the natural area that they created in their backyard. Mary Lou was also gifted at sewing and would often sew quilts, clothing and costumes for her grandchildren’s school events and holidays.  She loved to cook, especially Italian cuisine and any food with gravy.  Mary Lou was happiest when surrounded by family and her many friends.  She especially loved celebrating holidays, birthdays and parties.