Dr. Laurent Gayle Cowling

Ruth Ann,
Don and I were always at the Cowlings usually eating Hellen's cakes. Gayle was always a teaser and usually in trouble with Helen. It was great fun to watch his joy of life.
He was a great companion and lifted everyones spirits. I wish Libba and I had been more frequent visitors. We certainly enjoyed both of you and hope you have a good support group in this time.

Doc was a great inspiration to all around him. I've never met anyone who was kind hearted as he was and don't think I will meet anyone else in my life to even come close to him. He was so full of life and liked having a good time whether it was his family, working, golfing or his stories. For me personally, he as like another father to me. He took an 18 year old kid from KFC and believed in me enough to coach me and mentor me along the way. Besides teaching me the world of optics he...

I have known Gayle since 1978. He was always pleasant and engaging. I will personally miss him and his kind nature.

Ruth Ann, our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this time of sorrow. Gayle will be missed dearly.