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Gayle Shoup-Frost Obituary

Longtime mid-Michigan resident, Gayle Shoup-Frost, passed away on March 7, 2021. Gayle was born and raised in northern California. She enlisted in the Army in 1971 and served in Texas and Alaska. There she was awarded the Army Commendation Medal for meritorious service. After marrying,she moved to Michigan where she raised her children, worked, and continued her education. Gayle graduated from Central Michigan University in 2000. Gayle loved her children, traveling, hand crafts, history and animals. A life-long learner, libraries were her favorite places to be. She had a kind heart and never had a negative attitude towards anyone. Gayle is survived by her three children—Erika, Wesley, and Travis, five grandchildren, four siblings, and a myriad of cousins scattered throughout the United States. In memory of Gayle and her love of animals, donations can be made to the Humane Animal Treatment Society (HATS) at https://www.hatsweb.org/

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Published by Morning Sun from Mar. 25 to Mar. 26, 2021.

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Alfreda Brodbeck

March 9, 2024

Hard to believe it has been three years. I remember the good times when our kids were all young. Sending love to her family. Aunt Freda

Freda Brodbeck

March 9, 2023

Remembering Gayle and all our memories together

Debra Cook

April 2, 2021

I often saw Gayle walking about Shepherd with her shopping bag over her shoulder, sometimes stopping into the elevator where I work to buy peanuts.

Susan Harsh

March 29, 2021

I worked with her in Mt Pleasant many years ago.She was a bright and gentle person.She talked of her children with great pride and joy.

Deb Howd

March 29, 2021

Gayle was a regular patron at TA Cutler Library in St Louis for years. I enjoyed our conversations. I have noticed that she has not been in for some time. I have missed seeing her. Godspeed Gayle.

Robin Shoup

March 26, 2021

I'll miss aughing with Gayle about our gardens (not) & the family happenings in AZ. Robin

Sharon Rinckey

March 19, 2021

Sending thoughts and prayers to all her children and grand children!
Love Aunt Sharon

Freda Brodbeck

March 19, 2021

Gayle and I made many memories over many years. I loved her and pray peace and comfort for her family especially Erika, Wesley and Travis.

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