BORN

1942

DIED

2018

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Chapel of the Hills

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Auburn, California

Mary Anderson Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Jan. 23, 2018.

Mary Gail Anderson, age 75, of Loomis, California passed away peacefully on the morning of Tuesday January 23rd, 2018. Gail was surrounded with love and support, and she received the very best care during the final days of her life. Mary Gail Anderson was born in Paris, Arkansas on August 4, 1942.

Gail is survived by her three children, Cynthia Anderson-Bires, Michael Anderson, Stacey Anderson, her grandchild, Tyler Anderson, and her significant other, Don Cross. Gail was preceded in death by her father, Denman Thompson, and her mother, Marilyn Dove Rhyne Thompson Holland. She is survived by 4 siblings as well - Donna, Bill, Sharon and Jim, and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and other loving relatives and friends.

Mary Gail Anderson accepted Christ as her savior. Pastor Joel Osteen, who is the Head Pastor at Lakewood Church had a profound influence in her life. She spent the majority of her life in California where she attended Carlmont High School. Gail retired from Safeway with over after 30 years of employment.

Gail enjoyed family and friends. She loved to socialize, and enjoyed games like bowling, Yahtzee, cards, crossword puzzles and slot machines. She loved to watch her favorite NBA players and teams on the television. Lake Tahoe was a place she loved to visit, and often referred to the lake and surrounding lands as God's country. She settled down in her latter years in the town of Loomis, where she loved to tend to her yard. She enjoyed family get togethers, and loved to celebrate birthdays and holidays with family and friends. She would gather regularly to play Bunco with a group of local friends and acquaintances.

Mary Gail Anderson was full of life and her faith in Christ was strong. She touched many lives throughout her years and many people considered her a cherished friend. She was a loving, kind and generous soul. She was a free spirit, full of life, and she was loved by the many people whose lives she touched.

Gail will be dearly missed but she left the world a better place through all of the lives she touched, and her spirit will live on forever!

A celebration of life for Mary Gail Anderson will be held Sunday, January 28, 2018 at 11:00 AM at Chapel of the Hills , 1331 Lincoln Way, Auburn , California 95603. A cremation will occur.

Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.ChapeloftheHills-Auburn.com for the Anderson family.

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February 15, 2018

Thomas Gazdayka

Hello again Gail, I just want you to know that it was a pleasure knowing you, having met you on my very first day at Safeway store #771 way back in early May of 1977. You were a very positive person to learn from. Thank you very much for the many conversations we had, from that day to the last time I spoke with you on the phone in December of 2017. I have many great memories of you. And thanks for letting me take you for rides on my Honda 175 all those years ago.

February 14, 2018

Brian Cross

My condolences and prayers to family and friends of this wonderful woman. Too many fond memories to recount, but they all distill to humor and generosity (except at Yahtzee.)

W_WI _ _MI _ __ _ __ _ R _ _ _ _ L

February 1, 2018

Robert Nesley

Cindy,Michael & Stacey I am not sure if you remember me but I worked with your Mom at Safeway back in the early 80's. I was very sad to hear the news. I Loved working and knowing Gail she was a very Special person you are Lucky to have her as your Mother.

January 28, 2018

Julie Fender

Gail you were such a special person to me. I know that you knew that I loved you. You always made me feel special and important, you have no idea what that meant to me. I will miss you greatly and I'll miss our talks at Bunco...I could tell you anything, you are truly an angel from Heaven. My sincere condolences to Gail's family and friends.

January 28, 2018

Cynthia Boresch

I will miss you at Bunco Gail. You had a wicked sense of humor. Love you ?

January 28, 2018

Michael Anderson

Posted by Michael Anderson

January 28, 2018

Michael Anderson

Mom,
You gave me life and you nurtured me, you held me, dressed me, and you encouraged me. You taught me and you fought for me, and most importantly ... you loved me unconditionally. I will love you mother, for all of my days, for you touched my life in so many ways.

I love you and miss you more than words can say, forever your son - Michael

January 27, 2018

Shirley Duckworth

With love and sympathy to Gail's family. May knowing that she is at peace and rest be comforting in the days ahead.

January 27, 2018

Kathy Henderson

I will miss my Dear Bunco Buddy and neighbor, especially in October, and your cute little Halloween decorations, you made it special. You will not ever be forgotten. Love you Gail
Kathy Henderson

January 26, 2018

Bill Holland

I will always love you. You were beautiful inside and out and I will miss you every day.

January 26, 2018

Dear Friend, You will be so missed, especially on the second Thursday of every month, our Bunco club. We've played together for 18 years and shared so much, laughter, tears and Love. Blessings to your family. I Love You, Kathy Clark

January 26, 2018

Ronald & Linda Freeman

We pray peace and comfort for the family. We rejoice with them that Mary no longer has to suffer but now can rest being set free from all worldly problems.

January 25, 2018

Bill Holland

Gail,
I could not have asked for a better sister. In spite of the great distance we lived apart over the years a simple phone call or occasional visit always immediately closed the gap and erased the distance. I will never forget a moment. We laughed til we cried and cried til we laughed and I wouldn't change a minute of it. I can't wait to see what heaven looks like with you in it!
Love you and miss you already.
Brother Bill

January 25, 2018

Thomas Gazdayka

I am so sorry for your loss. I will miss my dear friend Gail. RIP.

January 25, 2018

Melody Mitchell

So sorry for your loss. Love to all of you.

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