Search by Name

Search by Name

BORN

1945

DIED

2020

FUNERAL HOME

Oman Funeral Home & Crematory

653 Cedar Road

Chesapeake, Virginia

Alice Ralls Gastler Obituary

Alice Nell Ralls Gastler, 75, of New Zealand Reach, Chesapeake, died September 22, 2020, surrounded by family at her home. Born in North Hampton, Virginia on May 5, 1945, she was the daughter of the late William Henry and Garnet Inez Johnson (Lecznar). She was also predeceased by her husband, Charles Ralls; brothers, Dickie and Paul; a nephew, Alex, and a grandson, Jonathan David. Mrs. Gastler was truly a Proverbs 31 woman. Her radiance was embraced by her family and exhibited throughout her community. Alice was a faithful member of Missionary Full Gospel Church. Alice is survived by her husband of seven years, Harold "Hal" Gastler; five daughters, Laura Wooten, Becky Stover (Chester), Patty Brackett (Craig), Sherry Wilson (Jonathan) and Kimberly Combs (Jaime); a son, Charles W. "Billy" Ralls, Jr. (Angie); step-children, Robert "R.B." Gastler (Bobbi) and John "Ben" Gastler (Sarah), as well as fourteen grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. The funeral service will be conducted at 1:00 p.m., Saturday, September 26, 2020 at Oman Funeral Home & Crematory, Chesapeake. The interment will follow in Chesapeake Memorial Gardens. The family will receive friends from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m., Friday at the funeral home. Friends are invited to sign the online guest book at www.omanfh.com

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by The Virginian-Pilot on Sep. 24, 2020.

Memories and Condolences
for Alice Ralls Gastler

Sponsored by the family.

Not sure what to say?





5 Entries

Rev Jim Morris

May 5, 2024

We sure miss Sis Alice. She was a wonderful lady and such a blessing. Today would have been her birthday. Looking forward to seeing her in heaven. God bless the family.

Linda Ames

September 25, 2020

Alice was one of a kind! She never met a stranger. I love her and miss her. She will always be in my heart.

The White Rose Bouquet - 36 Stems - VASE INCLUDED

a loved one

Sent Flowers

Eternal Friendship Remembrance Bouquet - VASE INCLUDED

a loved one

Sent Flowers

Fred Rovai

September 24, 2020

Miss you very much.

Fred

Showing 1 - 5 of 5 results

Make a Donation
in Alice Ralls Gastler's name

Memorial Events
for Alice Ralls Gastler

Sep

25

Visitation

5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Oman Funeral Home & Crematory

653 Cedar Road, Chesapeake, VA 23322

Sep

26

Funeral service

10:00 a.m.

Oman Funeral Home & Crematory

653 Cedar Road, Chesapeake, VA 23322

Funeral services provided by:

Oman Funeral Home & Crematory

653 Cedar Road, Chesapeake, VA 23322

How to support Alice's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.

The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.

Read more
Attending a Funeral: What to Know

You have funeral questions, we have answers.

Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?

What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?

Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?

We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.

Read more
Resources to help you cope with loss
Estate Settlement Guide

If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast

Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.

Read more
The Five Stages of Grief

They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.

Read more
Ways to honor Alice Ralls Gastler's life and legacy
Obituary Examples

You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples

These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.

Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?

Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.

Read more

Sponsored