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age 81, passed away October 12th at her home in Greenwich, Connecticut with her family by her side. She was born on September 4, 1936 in San Antonio, Texas to Bernard and Sarah Gussett. She moved to Des Moines, Iowa in her teens where her father was CEO ofIowa Power and Light. Gayle attended Vassar College and graduated with a degree in Political Science in 1958. In September 1958, she married Robert Foster Greenhill (Bob) in her hometown of Des Moines. Gayle was a wonderful and passionate wife and mother who lived life to the fullest, even getting her pilot's license at the age of 50. As co-pilot to Bob, they traveled all around the world together visiting family and friends and enjoyed many adventures along the way. She had a lifelong interest in photography and loved her time spent helping the team at the International Center of Photography in New York, where she was honored to have served as Chairman of the Board. She is survived by her husband Bob, her three children: Sarah, Robert Jr. and Mary, eight grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. A celebration of her life will be held on November 25th at the home of Sarah and Robert Greenhill Jr. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that friends consider making a contribution in Gayle's name to the Cure Alzheimer's Fund. www.curealz.org
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Ray Cadrin
October 9, 2022
A dear friend never forgotten.
Ray Cadrin
October 29, 2020
Dear Greenhill Family,
I just now heard that Gayle has passed away. I will always remember when Paul, Gayle and I would got to the Auction houses and bid on furniture for Nantucket and all the fun we had over all those years when they were both so full of life. I know that you all must miss her everyday.
Just wanted to let you know I care, and how much I genuinely loved her.
She had a true kind heart.
June Gaucher
October 17, 2017
I was so fortunate to have been in her presence twice. A lady of grace who's smile and laughter warmed the soul. My heart felt compassion to all of you.
KELLEY
October 17, 2017
MAY THE THOUGHT OF KNOWING THAT FAMILY AND FRIENDS SHARE IN YOUR GRIEF BRING YOU A MEASURE OF COMFORT.PLEASE READ PROV 17:17
Franklin
October 17, 2017
May you celebrate a life well-lived and cherish the many memories created along the way. May you find strength & gain comfort and God's loyal love. Psalms 103:8
Bob Neal
October 16, 2017
Gayle was a wonderful friend in Des Moines in the 50s. I have thought of her so many times but didn't know how to get in touch. I'm so glad to hear she had a wonderful life.
holly bailey
October 16, 2017
We are deepley sorry for your loss. Mrs. Greenhill was an incredible woman.she will be truely missed.
October 16, 2017
For as long as I knew you, Gayle, you were gracious and brave..and wonderfully game for anything! Thinking now of the Greenhill family,
Jean Beard
Chuck & Gloria
October 15, 2017
We cannot begin to know the loss you are all feeling right now. Please know we are upholding you all in thought. Praying for strength for you all as you face each day as it comes and may you find comfort knowing how much we cared for Gayle. She was a lady and grace, a lady with a smile that drew you in and a warmth capable of endearing us to her forever.
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