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Gail LYMAN Obituary
Gail Ann
Age 67, passed away on January 2, 2022. Married to John
Lyman for over 40 years, she was a devoted mother of
Marie (Tom) Leavy, Matthew (Alexa) Lyman, and Maxwell
Lyman. Gail was preceded in death by her father, Charles Gentile, and her sister Diane Gentile. Gail is survived by her mother, Patricia Gentile, and siblings Charles (Pat) Gentile Jr., Chris Summers, Mary (David) Connolly, Jane (Larry) Edelmann, and Julie Gentile (John) Bertke. Gail's greatest joy was her granddaughter, Laine Leavy. She is also survived by her nieces and nephews Allison, Amy, Rachel, Brittany, Jordan, Patrick, Kelly, Daniel, Michael, Jonathan, Sarah, and Jessica, and other extended family and friends.
Gail was beloved by many as a daughter, wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend. A wise adviser and confidante, she lived a full life, seeing the best in everyone and inspiring those around her through service.
She served her community and her church with many talents and skills. She worked as an intensive care unit nurse for many years, and later studied literature, art, music, theology, and clinical counseling. She was a licensed spiritual counselor and worked tirelessly to serve her church, educating fellow parishioners, and helping in the treatment of clients struggling with a variety of mental health conditions. Gail felt honored to support the recovery of the marginalized and isolated in our community. Gail was a role model for countless people throughout her life. Her legacy of service to others is an inspiration.
Gail was also an accomplished musician and artist in multiple media and she connected with people through her music, knitting, painting, and drawing. Gail had a huge heart, and was selfless both personally and professionally. She will be sorely missed, but we are all better for having known her.
A Mass of Christian Burial will take place Friday, January 7 at 11:00 am, at Immaculate Conception Church, 2300 S. Smithville Rd., Dayton, Ohio. The family will greet visitors at the church prior to the Mass beginning at 10:00 am. The family respectfully requests all guests wear masks. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to Ite Missa Est, Immaculate Conception Adult Faith Formation Ministries, 2300 S. Smithville Rd., Dayton, Ohio, 45420; www.itemissaest.org.
Blessed are the pure in heart, for they will see God. ---Matthew 5:8
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Memories and Condolences
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Nero
December 28, 2024
I met Gail at Sinclair in an art class. She was so kind and talented. I'm sorry to hear of her passing.
Carol and Jose Quiñones
January 11, 2022
So very sorry to hear this sad news. I am grateful to have met Gail and have fond memories of our time together in Italy. Thoughts and prayers to John and the family.
Ed Ollie
January 7, 2022
My deepest sympathy´s ... I enjoyed knowing Gail and her love of life. She was such a fun positive person.
Mollie (Dillon) Freiberger
January 7, 2022
I am so sad to hear that Gail passed away. She and I were classmates at St. E Nursing School. We also worked together for a time at St. E Hospital. She was an absolute delight to be around. My thoughts and prayers go out to the Gentile and Lyman families. May God cradle you, Gail, in His loving arms. Mollie Freiberger
Stacey Cloninger
January 7, 2022
I had the pleasure of meeting Gail when she visited Marie in Knoxville. Gail had an energy that made you want to be around her. When I heard that Gail passed, I thought of this quote, "There are some who bring a light so great into the world, that even after they have gone the light remains."
Marie, my heart goes out to you and your family.
Emily Surico
January 7, 2022
Gail was like another mother to me growing up. She was someone that I remember always looked out for me and our friend group. I remember her warm smile and fun outlook on life. She was a beautiful person inside and out, and she will be missed greatly. My heart is full for her and the entire Lyman family.
Linda & Frank Mannarino
January 6, 2022
We are so sorry to hear about Gail´s passing. Gail was one of the sweetest women I have ever known. I´m sorry I haven´t seen her in quite a while, we had such fun in Bookclub. What a wonderful person & will be missed by all. Prayers to your family.
Bobbie Strobhar
January 5, 2022
John and family - I played with Gail in the Dayton Area Harp Ensemble many years ago and always had so much fun with her. Her sense of humor was priceless, and we got into a lot of trouble with Joan Seymour, our instructor, for cutting up. I am so sorry for her passing as she was such a vibrant woman with a good heart.
william w Shock
January 5, 2022
I am so sorry for everyone's loss of this amazing person.
(Chaminade class of 71)
Kim Rooney
January 5, 2022
Gail Lyman was one of the most beautiful women I have ever been blessed to know. The very minute I met her, I knew I was in the presence of someone special and that we would be friends for a very long time. She was beautiful inside and out, gave the warmest hugs and made everyone she met feel special. Anytime I would get a call or a text from her, I would beam and stop whatever I was doing even if it was for a minute. She had a captivating smile and the warmest heart. I am truly in awe of the artistic and musical talent that she possessed, although she would tell you it was mediocre. Her family was her greatest joy and she was so proud of Matthew, Marie and Max and of course her sweet Laine. I knew John first, and when he talked about Gail he always had a little smile that conveyed his love and admiration for her. They also had a wonderful banter and friendship too that was a joy to experience. Gail, you will be missed beyond belief, but I will always smile when I think of you and I will keep you in my heart forever. Thank you for your friendship and rest peacefully sweet Angel. Love. Kim
Debbie Goldberg
January 5, 2022
So sorry to hear of the passing of Gail! The heavens have gained a beautiful soul taken far too soon. She always wore a beautiful and had a kind word for everyone she came in contact with!
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