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William Gaul Obituary


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GAUL, William James age 80, passed away Friday, June 3, 2011. He was a Veteran of the United States Navy and Served during the Korean Conflict and retired from Fischer Scientific. He also volunteered for at the Washington Twp. Fire Dept. He was preceded in death by his wife Margaret J. Gaul of 44 years. He is survived by his three sons William (Carla Lovell), Michael, Mark (Sharon), three grandsons Christopher (Jennifer), Joshua & Travis (Heather) and a great granddaughter Lillyan. He is also survived by three sisters Marjorie Nelson, Kathleen (Toots) OLeary and Louise (Bebe) Motispacher, who all reside in Pittsburgh, PA. He was also loved by other extended family members and will sadly be missed. The family would like to thank the staff at Bethany Lutheran Services and Hospice of Dayton for the quality and loving care they provided for Bill. In lieu of flowers, family would like donations be made to the Hospice of Dayton or Bethany Blossom Park Memory Support unit. Family will receive friends Monday from 5 to 8 PM with funeral services Tuesday June 7, 2011 at 10:00 AM at the Schlientz & Moore Funeral Home, 820 Miamisburg-Centerville Rd. Burial to follow at Centerville Cemetery. Condolences may be sent to SchlientzandMoore.com.

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Published by Dayton Daily News from Jun. 4 to Jun. 5, 2011.

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June 9, 2011

I have so many memories of Mr. Gauls kindness through out the years and I know he will be truly missed by everyone. My thoughts and prayer go out to your family. Know he is watching over you now while drinking a cup of coffee. :)

Scott Paulson

June 6, 2011

Chief & Family--Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family.

Linda Richter-Holley

June 6, 2011

Bill and Family:
My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.

June 6, 2011

To the entire Gaul family, Our deepest sympathies on the passing of your dad. He was such a nice man, he will be missed by all. May his memory always be with you and bring you smiles. Our thoughts and prayers are with you today and always.
The Augustine family

Donna Hatton

June 5, 2011

Billy, Michael, and Mark, I am very sorry to hear about the passing of you dad. Please know my thoughts are with you all and your families. You will all be in my prayers.

June 5, 2011

Your families have Liz and my deepest sympathy. I know your Dad will always be in yours hearts and thoughts. He was a real American Hero. Jim and Liz Apesos

June 5, 2011

What a gentleman Mr. Gaul was. We are so very sorry to hear of his passing. I'm sure he was met by his beautiful wife with open arms. Wishing you peace and comfort in the days ahead.
Mike and Janice Harris

BOX 21 RESCUE SQUAD

June 5, 2011

Box 21 send their sympathy to The Gaul Family, take care.

Don Herres

June 4, 2011

Bill, Mark and the Gaul family. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family. Don and Lisa Herres.

DOTTI & BARBARA HAMMERSLEY

June 4, 2011

To The Gaul Family, you have our sympathy. If there is anything we can do please let us know. Dotti & Barbara Hammersley

Dotti and Barb Hammersley

June 4, 2011

The Gaul Family is in our thoughts and prayers. Dotti and Barb Hammersley

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