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Gay Roell Obituary

GAY E. ROELL, 64 ROCKFORD - Gay E. Roell, 64, of Rockford went home to be with the Lord at 9:09 p.m. Monday, Feb. 20, 2012, in SwedishAmerican Hospital. Born May 30, 1947, in Rockford; the daughter of Everett C. and Elizabeth M. (Olson) Alex. Member of Maywood Evangelical Free Church. Gay was a longtime employee of Sundstrand Corp. Survived by children, Nathan Roell of Rockford, Robin (Gary) Heckman of Rockton and Theodore (Karolyn) Roell of Rockford; grandchildren, Autumn, Madison, Alison, Aidan, Garrett, Rachel, Emily, Nolan and Joshua; brother, Gary (Siamphone) Alex of Dunn Loring, Va.; sisters, Barb (Chuck) Ritzke of West Dundee and Ady (Michael) Sullivan of Rockford; several nieces and nephews; one great-niece; and two great-nephews. Predeceased by her parents. Service at 11 a.m. Monday, Feb. 27, in Maywood Evangelical Free Church, 3621 Samuelson Road, Rockford, with Pastor Scott Nesse officiating. Private family burial in Stillman Valley Cemetery. Visitation from 2 to 4 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 26, in Olson Funeral & Cremation Services Ltd., Fred C. Olson Chapel, 1001 Second Ave., and from 10 to 10:45 a.m. Monday in the church. Memorials may be made to Lao Evangelical Free Church, 5881 35th St., Rockford, IL 61109 or Rockford Rescue Mission, 715 W. State St., Rockford, IL 61102. To share a memory or condolence, visit olsonfh.com.

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Published by Rockford Register Star from Feb. 24 to Feb. 26, 2012.

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Joanne Turiciano

February 25, 2012

Gay and I were friends at Sundstrand many years ago. I lost track of her, and I was so shocked to read about her today. She was so smart and so witty, and I've never forgotten her. I'm so sorry for your loss.

February 25, 2012

So sorry to hear about Gay's death. I have special memories of her as a young gal when our families spent Christmas Day together! Hugs!
Ardy

Lori Creamer

February 24, 2012

Gay was such a kind person. She befriended Todd and I when we were newlyweds and had us over to her house for a delicious supper. She had a wonderful smile.

Sandi & Ben Milburn

February 24, 2012

We would like to extend our sincere sympathies to all of Gay's children in the loss of their Mother. Sandi worked with Gay at Sundstrand, and Ben built the house where Gay raised her children. May fond memories be of comfort to all of you at this sad time.

Gary Heckman

February 24, 2012

FYI to all who read this guest book: Friday's original edition of the RRSTAR is incorrect. Monday's visitation and service will be at Maywood Evangelical Free Church @ 3621 Samuelson Road, Rockford, Illinois 61109. It is supposed to be corrected online shortly.

Carol Hightower

February 24, 2012

One day closer.....

Marv Proctor

February 24, 2012

I worked with Gail at Sundstrand for many years and remember her to always have ready smile on her face. I enjoyed her wit and humor.

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