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Gaila S. Gulack

1957 - 2018

Gaila S. Gulack obituary, 1957-2018, Brattleboro, VT

Gaila Gulack Obituary

Gaila S. Gulack, age 60, died peacefully in her Townshend home on (July 21, 2018) surrounded by friends. Born on December 27, 1957 in NYC to Marjorie Mae (Opotowsky) Gulack and Irving Gulack, who passed in 1970 and 1971 respectively. She earned her Bachelors degree from Vassar College in 1979 and her Masters from Harvard University in 1981.

Gaila loved Vermont deeply and made it her home for almost 30 years. She was grateful for the beauty of the land, the people and her community. She loved animals, especially horses. Riding was one of her favorite past times.

She was active in her community as a member of NewBrook Fire department and part of The Townshend Emergency Management Team. She was also employed by the Windham County Sherrif's Department as a deputy and dispatcher. In addition, she was on the NewBrook Fire Departments Silent Auction committee. Aside from her community involvement, Gaila was a true friend.

She is survived by Jen Komitee and family, and cousins Daniel Padovano and Vikki Gulack, and Selma Gulack, all from New York.

Per Gaila's request, in lieu of flowers, please make any contributions to the Townshend Library or the NewBrook Fire Department in Newfane.

There will be a graveside service, 11:00am at the Oakwood Cemetery in Townshend VT Thursday July 26, followed by a Celebration of her life at NewBrook Fire Dept in Newfane 12:00pm - 4:00pm

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Published by Brattleboro Reformer on Jul. 24, 2018.

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Marlee Pinsker

July 18, 2023

Gaila, always in my heart.

GDB

August 28, 2018

Our condolences for your loss. We know this is a difficult time, and words cannot truly express how you feel, but please take comfort in what is said in Psalms 145:19. It tells us, that God hear your cries for help, and He will save you.

Terry Livingston

August 20, 2018

So sorry to hear this sad news. I had not been in touch recently, but our last meeting was marked by a warm hug and her wonderful smile! I knew Gaila through our Yellow Ribbon group. If she couldn't attend a meeting or help with baking or whatever, she would give generously of her funds to make sure that our soldiers Care packages were jammed full of LOVE from Vermont! You will be missed, Gaila. God bless her family, I'm very sorry for your loss.

Gary Anolik

August 15, 2018

What a loss. Have not contacted Gaila in over 10 years. She was a special great person who left a lifelong impact.

Meredith Angwin

August 5, 2018

Gaila was a wonderful supportive friend. She was very witty and she could always make me chuckle. I enjoyed visiting her at her house, and her visits to my house. I miss her very much.

July 26, 2018

I got to know Gaila at the Townshend Town Hall quite a few years ago. She was a strong, gentle friend. Gaila was a smart and down to earth kind of woman..
We didn't get to see each other often, but when we did it made us both happy. My sincere condolences to Gaila's family.

Ellie

Isaiah 61:1

July 25, 2018

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

July 25, 2018

A solid friend. A hard worker. And a Sharpshooter with a 9 mm or a 22LR.
Capt. Lasagna

Capt. Lasagna

July 25, 2018

A loyal friend, hard worker and a sharpshooter in both 22 LR and 9mm.

July 24, 2018

One day Gaila and I took a walk in the woods in Toronto. It was icy and snowy , and I took a pair of my daughter's boots that looked thick and strong. As she powered up the hills, I slid down them. At the bottom of one hill I realized that the soles on my boots were flat and thin. I thought I would never catch up to Gaila. She and I couldn't stop laughing as I attempted to reach her, way up there. We totally cracked up. Who knows what happened next. I just remember us laughing so hard we couldn't move. from Marlee Pinsker Verskin

J B

July 24, 2018

I am extending my condolences to the family of Gaila Gulack. May the entire family find peace in knowing that God cares for you and will help you during these difficult times. 1 Peter 5:6,7

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26

Celebration of Life

12:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

NewBrook Fire Dept

Newfane, VT

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26

Graveside service

11:00 a.m.

Oakwood Cemetery

Townshend, VT

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