Gina pellettiere, a beloved and respected high school band director known for her dedication to music education and her positive influence on the lives of students, tragically lost her life alongside beatrice ferrari, 77, in a tragic crash.

The late band director was more than a teacher;

She was a mentor, a friend and a source of inspiration.

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She was a friend, said kalinowski.

Many students, alumni and parents have reported how supportive the band director is.

We were all so fortunate to have had ms.

Mourners spilled out, shattered hearts in a grieving community.

Pellettiere, a music teacher at the high school, was in charge.

P will truly be missed.

She was a resource and she was a mentor.

Gina pellettiere, 43, of massapequa, and beatrice ferrari, 77, of farmingdale, were identified as the victims killed in the crash.

The farmingdale music department will never be the same without her passion, kindness, humility and unparalleled.

Gina pellettiere was remembered by an overflowing crowd at our lady of lourdes church in massapequa park.

Hundreds of mourners said farewell to ms.

P at her funeral mass at our lady of lourdes.

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Funeral of gina pellettiere.

Gina pellettiere will be remembered for not only making the best of the marching band, but for also showing true friendship with all of the band members.

Tributes from all corners of society.

Gina was a high note.

Anybody who wanted to play music, gina was there.

P as a teacher, friend and mentor.