Gail Neal, age 97

Gail Neal, age 97, of Orlando, Florida and formerly of Gallipolis, passed away on Wednesday July 2, 2014 in Leesburg, FL. of natural causes.

Gail was born September 20, 1916 in Springfield, Ohio. She was the daughter of the late Peter and Sarah Redjeski, and was raised by foster parents, William and Nora Baumgardner. In addition to her parents and foster parents, she was preceded by her husband Charles L. Neal.

Gail graduated from the Holzer School of Nursing and had a successful career with over 40 years of service at the Holzer Hospital in Gallipolis. She attended the First Church of God in Gallipolis and the Christ Community Church in Orlando after she moved to Florida.

She is survived by her daughter, Mary Ellen (Rex) Wyatt, son, Richard L. (Rebecca) Neal, 6 granddaughters, 13 great grandchildren, and 2 great great grandchildren.

Graveside services will be 11:00 AM. Wednesday July 16, 2014 at Mound Hill Cemetery with Pastor Paul Voss officiating.

In lieu of flowers, the family has requested donations in Gail’s name to Christ Community Church in Orlando FL,

The Cornerstone Hospice in Tavares, FL, or to the charity of your choice.

Waugh-Halley-Wood Funeral home is assisting the family.

An online guest registry is available at waugh-halley-wood.com