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Gail McDermott Obituary
Gail J. McDermott
October 23, 1950- April 23, 2021
Gail J. McDermott, age 70, of Mechanicsburg, passed away Friday, April 23, 2021 at Hershey Medical Center. Born October 23, 1950 in Mechanicsburg, she was the daughter of the late Paul E. and Betty G. (Hippensteel) Mayberry. Gail worked as an Office Director in the Pennsylvania House of Representatives. She was a member of the Daughters of America Revolution. Gail was a former chair member of the Cumberland County Democratic Committee. She was an avid Yankee and Cowboys fan. Gail's greatest joy in life was spending time with her grandchildren and family. Gail is survived by her loving husband, John W. McDermott; son, Andrew Crone and wife Julia of Mechanicsburg; two grandsons, Patrick and Declan Crone; sister, Wanda Stum and husband James of Mechanicsburg; nephew, Christopher Stum and niece, Jamie Stum. She was preceded in death by her granddaughter, Mackenzie Grace Crone. Graveside services will be held at 11:00 AM Friday, April 30, 2021 at Gate of Heaven Cemetery. Visitation will be held Thursday from 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM at Malpezzi Funeral Home, Inc., 8 Market Plaza Way, Mechanicsburg.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to American Heart Association,
1019 Mumma Road, Lemoyne, PA 17043 or American Diabetes Association, 2451 Crystal Drive Suite 900, Arlington, VA 22202. To sign the online guest book, please visit www.malpezzifuneralhome.com
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David Bliss
April 29, 2021
John,
Please accept my heartfelt condolences. Gail was an amazing person. I will always remember how good she was to me from the day I came to Harrisburg to the last time I saw her. Almost always smiling. I will miss her greatly.
David
Linda Cecconello
April 29, 2021
John, I'm so saddened to read that Gail had passed away. I just happened to be in PA right now. Gail was a wonderful leader and friend. May your memories continue to provide you peace at this time.
Kathy Everett
April 29, 2021
She welcomed me into the Democratic community as a new resident with warmth and friendship. She was a dedicated worker toward all our values of equal opportunity and justice.
Tonya Nelson
April 29, 2021
Very sorry for the loss of this dear soul. Gail and her family have been so kind to me since moving to the neighborhood 10 plus years ago. You will be truly missed . Oh the beautiful flowers you planted every year did not go unnoticed.
Marilyn Levin
April 27, 2021
Dear John,
So sorry to hear about Gail's passing. She presented a strong Democratic presence as an outstanding county chair.
I hope her memory is forever a blessing.
American Heart Association
April 27, 2021
May your memories of the wonderful times you shared with your loved one comfort you and your family, today and always.
David A. Washburn
April 27, 2021
Sorry to learn of Gail's passing. My thoughts are with John and family. Dave Washburn
Paul Wambach
April 26, 2021
Dear John,
May God Grant You Strength. Words can not express my sadness upon hearing that Gail died of heart complications. She had the biggest heart when it came to her helping others. Gail had a place in her heart for everyone. It was a glorious occasion when you both married and your love for each other never wavered. May God Grant Her, Peace and Eternal Memory.
Nilda
April 26, 2021
Gail, you are such a wonderful and beautiful soul! You will forever be missed and remembered. Words cannot express what I feel right now. You have truly been such a sweet, caring and phenomenal person. My heart is so saddened by you leaving us so soon. May God and your love continue to watch over and protect your lovely family!
Beth Ann Marietta
April 26, 2021
There are no words that can take away the pain of losing Gail, just know how much she is loved and how much she has loved you. She was a wonderful person. I enjoyed working with her and will miss her dearly.
Beth Ann
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