Ilona Kaplan Gasbarro
Deceased

Ilona died on September 18, 2023. She was 75 years old. She is buried in Sharon Memorial Park.

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The following tribute to Ilona was provided by Joni Baker Primack Goldman in December 2024 when she became aware of Ilona's passing:

Ilona married Henry Gasbarro in the 70’s. They lived in Florida for a few years and then moved to Marina Del Ray, California. I saw her over the years when she came back to Massachusetts. I actually spent some time with her when she moved to California, exploring Rodeo Drive. She lived in a beautiful apartment overlooking all the yachts. She took me for a surprise walk. We ended up with security at one yacht. She told them I was a Joan and a very good friend. One guard took off and came back to get us. Low and behold, I met Johnny Carson. What a delight. It was so exciting.

Ilona was always involved with and chaired many many civic and charitable fundraisers. She had a very extraordinary talent.

She then moved to Palm Desert, California to be closer to her parents.

As many may not know, she had a brain tumor. I think it was in the late 1970's. I know she had radiation treatment. In about 2007 she started showing signs of dementia. I lost track of her about 2018.

Ilona lived a loving life with Henry. She had no children. She was funny, loving and always a good friend.

May she rest in peace.