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Katheline Smith (Callan) posted a condolence
Monday, June 23, 2008
It's been a long time and I don't know if you even look at this but I loved your Mother she was a great friend. I sold real estate with her in Olympia and thought about her often. After many years and many thoughts I decided to look her up. As I sit here writing this to you my heart aches for the friend I once had but will also remember. She was and is a very special memory for me. Peace be with you.
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A Friend of Gail's posted a condolence
Saturday, September 1, 2007
To Gail's Family and Jack too:
It's hard to believe that a year has already passed since Gail's death, but her spirit lives on eternally. I think of her often and know that she is in a better place. I truly believe with all of my heart that she is with each of you everyday. I am thankful for having known Gail, even if it was for only a few years. She touched and continues to touch my heart deeply. It's amazing to me how people will say upon a loved ones passing, "I loved them so much." Just because someone passes away, doesn't mean that we stop loving them. They are always and forever in our hearts aned we will always love them.
I am thinking of all of you today and I hope that with each passing day, that your sorrow has been lessened and that you find joy, laughter and comfort in your memories of such a remarkable woman. I know that I have, and for that, I am truly grateful. God bless you all.
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Connie Nicholas posted a condolence
Wednesday, September 20, 2006
I am one of Gail's friends from her family at Windermere Real Estate/Olympia. I had the pleasure of interviewing and signing on her real estate license in January of 1991. She was just a delight to be around and the air seemed charged with her energy when she was in the office. You knew when she was in the office as there was always a giggle our laugh in every story she told. She cared deeply about her clients and they loved her. Our friendship extended outside the office with our trips to concerts at St. Michelle Winery, the Washington Center For Performing Arts, and reviews of plays we saw at the Paramount in Seattle. One of my most enjoyable memories is of our trip to New York City where we jammed four plays in three days and spent one afternoon at Ellis Island. I feel so fortunate to have known this beautiful person. She was one of a kind. Leslie, Cris, Jack, and Shelby - Our love and thoughts are with you as you adjust to the loss of this special woman in our lives.
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Janice Laaksonen Noonan posted a condolence
Monday, September 18, 2006
My first memory of Gail was not of her but of her home. She and I both lived on Marion Street in Aberdeen. Someone told me that she had a grand piano in her bedroom, of all things. I used to ride my bike down there and stare at the upstairs windows and wonder which room had that piano. That was in the 50's and we were attending Washington Grade School. My next encounter didn't come until she was a senior in high school and I a mere freshman in junior high. What that meant was we were able to ride the same city bus to school. I only remember her being on the bus twice - once wearing a stunning yellow dress with a matching ribbon in her hair, pretty little yellow shoes and a sweater that matched, as well. The other time she came on the bus, she was in her cheerleading outfit - all blue and gold. It was a lot like having Annette Funicello riding the bus with us. And then a year or two later, she was crowned Miss Washington. And why wouldn't she have been. Absolutely, she was South Aberdeen's most notable citizen. I am so sorry that that pretty finn girl is gone. With sympathy, Janice Noonan
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Margaret Whitacre Hoffman posted a condolence
Tuesday, September 12, 2006
Your precious Gail and I went to highschool together. I am an October birthday too, but a year earlier. I am so sorry to learn of her death. She was such a special person. I would like to be able to send you a card if you would be so kind as to send me your address. My e-mail is mjh@brierglen.com. You are in my prayers.
Margaret
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Kelsey Kniestedt posted a condolence
Monday, September 11, 2006
Leslie and Chris - Your mom was such an incredible woman. We met her about 13 years ago (I can't believe how time flies!) when we were buying our first house. She was absolutely amazing and treated us as if we were long time friends, and she always made us feel as if we were the top priority. After finding the "perfect" house, we have continued to remain in contact through out the years, and I truly can say the thought of her makes me smile. One of the things I admired about her was that you could always HEAR her smile in the tone of her voice. You knew by speaking with her even on the phone, that she had that big, beautiful smile. She truly walked the walk, and even when it was hard, you could still see that smile. She was, and is, such an example and you really could see Jesus in her actions. My heart goes out to you at the loss of such an incredible woman. We are all so much better for having known her. God Bless You. And know that she is grinning ear to ear, singing her heart out with the angels now!
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Mimi & Collins Sprague posted a condolence
Monday, September 11, 2006
Leslie, Chris and Jack - We attended today's celebration, and it was beautifully done. The DVD was so moving. Thank you for sharing Gail with us. We met through a serendipitous call to her as a listing agent several years ago, and so began our friendship. We fell in love with Gail, as everyone does who meets her. But you know that. We were so fortunate to have an opportunity to work with her (which was just an excuse to spend time with her, cleverly disguised as a real estate transaction!) just this winter and into the spring during her good period. She seemed to enjoy being back in action, and we will cherish the time we spent with her. Although we only met Chris briefly today, and spoke to Leslie once on the phone, she spoke of all of you so often and in such a loving manner that we felt we knew you all. We talked about having Gail and Jack to dinner (and she was to wear her tiara!) and so regret never having followed through. Our hearts go out to you, and we hope that you are comforted by the deep love she had for you.
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Harlyne Huhta posted a condolence
Saturday, September 9, 2006
My family and I send our condolences to Gail's family. Our families were Finns from Grays Harbor; infact, our grandparents went through Ellis Island together. I remeber when my parents were so happy when Gail was crowned Miss Washington! Gail's and my paths crossed about 13 years ago when I was decorating my home. I will always remember her warmth and friendlyness.
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Dan Hurd posted a condolence
Friday, September 8, 2006
Growing up with Chris as a best friend, Gail was just like a second mom. The thought of going to their place after school and hearing the piano and Gail's singing before I opened the door will always be a wonderful memory. Forever upbeat and positive, Gail was always quick to compliment and slow to condemn. I remember a specific Christmas when I stored the gifts I had bought at her house. When I came to collect them for wrapping, she had already wrapped them for me with the most elegant and obviously expensive paper and bows I had ever seen. When Christmas morning arrived I had the best looking set of gifts under the tree. It was probably a small thing to her, but it meant a lot to me and was a lesson in giving your best for others. Gail was a true lady and an example of class and poise, she will be remembered fondly and missed immensely.
God bless you Chris and Leslie. Thanks for sharing your mom with the rest of us.
-Dan
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Mark Bunda / longtime friend posted a condolence
Friday, September 8, 2006
Dear Leslie and Chris,
I am truly sad to learn of the passing of your mom. I wish I could be there on Monday but there is a conflict in my schedule. I want you to know that she helped me through some difficult times in my life and I will always remember her beauty inside and out. Her smile and laughter always made my day but even more important she always gave me her full attention and truly cared about what was happening in my life. It was an honor to be able to sing with her during our gatherings and pageant events. Please let me know if there is anything I can do.
My Prayers and Thoughts are with you.
Mark Bunda
360-754-0836 home
360-352-2554 office
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Ron & Mary Ann Norquist posted a condolence
Friday, September 8, 2006
To Gail's Family -- We extend to you our deepest condolences. Gail helped us to find our current home. Her professionalism really shined, but it was her strength, patience, humor and kindness that we clung to during what turned out to be a very long process. (We're originally from Montesano, so it felt like we were working with someone from home!)
We had spoken with her about a year ago and found out she was ill. She had been in our prayers constantly.
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Barbara (Wojs) Hall posted a condolence
Friday, September 8, 2006
I was one of the lucky ones to know Gail. We graduated together and attended GHJC together. She was a wonderful friend and I so enjoyed the lunch a bunch of us had in April. She was a very unforgetable lady and I'm proud to say she was my friend. My condolences to her children.
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Kathy Talley posted a condolence
Friday, September 8, 2006
Gail and I met through Community Theater (Abbey Players). For many years she graced the Theater community with her many talents. There would be years between seeing each other yet she was the kind of friend that made you feel no time had passed. The world is a much better place because Gail touched so many lives. Thank you to her family for sharing her in so many ways. You could see Jesus through her actions.
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Charla (Hall) Andrew posted a condolence
Friday, September 8, 2006
I knew Gail in School at Miller Jr. High, and Weatherwax in Aberdeen. She and I were in some of the same class rooms, and
while we were not close friends at the time, I remember Gail was always friendly to me, with a warm smile, and I remember her beauty! In the passage of time, we change, our lives cross again, and in many ways it becomes different. But, the one thing that never changed about Gail. In our later years, she was the warm, friendly woman, she had been as a girl! She seemed ageless. She and my husband were in the same business selling Real Estate, our paths crossed many times, and I knew she became successful in her career, and a true professional! I heard about 6 months ago she was ill, and I felt shock hearing the news, and sad. To her children and family, my husband and I leave our sincere condolances. There are angels in our midst....Gail is one of them.
Sincerely,
Charla & Rick Andrew
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Debbi Halfhill (Debbi's Dance, Etc.) posted a condolence
Thursday, September 7, 2006
I met Gail years ago when she brought her young daughter, Leslie, in for dance lessons, found out she was a former Miss Washington & we have weaved in and out of each others' lives ever since. I didn't know she had been battling cancer. I saw her fairly recently at a Miss Washington function and she was as lovely as ever. Always with a smile and a personal energy that jumped off the page! Such a vibrant personality. Her family needs to know just how much she will be missed and in so many arenas. A beautiful woman who will be carried in many hearts forever.
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Karole Riippa posted a condolence
Thursday, September 7, 2006
Gail and I were playmates as children (our parents were friends -- both of our dads were dedicated Finns!). Because she was from Aberdeen and I was from Hoquiam, as we grew up we didn't see much of one another. Pur friendship was renewed in 2001 when she became the real estate agent for my brother and his wife. When my sister I came home in Oct. '01 (we live in New York), we had a lovely lunch at Gail's home and it was as if it were yesterday. All of her joy of life and her sense of humor were just the same as they'd been years before. We had a lovely e-mail friendship and I "spoke" with her just a few weeks before her death. Gail always raced to embrace life and the people she met and knew and it was a joy to be in her presence. All of the Riippa family send our love to her family -- even though she is not with us physically, her presence will always remain with everyone who was lucky enough to know her.
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Paul Kressin posted a condolence
Thursday, September 7, 2006
I've known Gail for many years and will miss her sunny smile cheerful sense of humor. Good friends are hard to find but I will always hold Gail as one of my closest. I didn't get to see her often during her illness but I always tried to keep in touch via emai. Gail's birthday on October 31 was always a high point when I could send her outrages cards. My condolances to Leslie and Chris.
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Lissa Harn (Douglas) posted a condolence
Wednesday, September 6, 2006
Gail will always be in my heart as a lady of beauty, kindness and friendliness. I will never forget her calling the cat home
"wa-wa-wa-wiresssss"! She will always be a wonderful lady and I am so thankful for knowing her and having the opportunity to grow up with her in my life! Leslie and Chris, I am sorry for the loss of your incredible mom.
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Bill Bergquist posted a condolence
Wednesday, September 6, 2006
Whenever I met with Gail she made my day brighter. She always had a smile on her face and in her eyes, even when there may have been a tear there also. That is what I will remember about Gail, and when I need a cheering up I will remember Gail.
Unfortunately I will not be able to attend the celebration, but you are in my thoughts.
Bill Bergquist
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Roberta Kunto Daniel(Weatherwax,'62) posted a condolence
Wednesday, September 6, 2006
Gail was one of Mother's outstanding piano students;Mother was so proud that Gail used her music as a talent for Miss Washington.She had Gail's (Miss Washington)picture proudly displayed on the top of the piano for all to see.Gail was an inspiration to many students!(if you practice like Gail and work hard,maybe someday you can use your talent and be Miss Washington...)Gail was a very talented musician.
I am proud to be Gail's friend.We knew each other for years growing up;our families were friends for many years. Gail touched many lives.She will be missed.
Blessings to the family.
Roberta Kunto Daniel
robertakdaniel@yahoo.com
daughter of Walt and Garnet Kunto,Aberdeen(both deceased)
Personal note to the family:(Am a professional musician now living in Bremerton. Married Chuck Daniel,son of a Bremerton music teacher I met at UPS.Retired from Clover Park School District Music Dept.in 1993. Am a breast cancer survivor.Dad died of cancer four months ago;Mother died in 1985.
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