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Gail Martin Obituary
Rochester - Gail Susan (Taylor) Martin passed away peacefully at home on May 22, 2021 surrounded by her family and best friend. Gail was born on January 11, 1953, the daughter of Kenneth and Ruth (Babb) Taylor.
Gail grew up in Rochester, NH and graduated from Spaulding High School in 1971. She worked in the local shoe industry for many years and became the Footwear Developer at Timberland which included extensive travel to Asia and Europe. Gail walked away from Timberland and went back to college to pursue her dream of teaching. She became a well-respected teacher in the Rochester School system and retired from the Gonic School in 2020.
Gail enjoyed gardening, volunteering at Roger Allen Park and vacationing with family Mark and Patty Taylor and Mike and Cathie Taylor. Gail was a member of the Rochester Elks Lodge #1393 where she also loved volunteering her time to community efforts.
Gail is survived by her husband of 48 years Don, daughter Alexis and her husband Mike Barrington and step-son Jacob, son Dallas, his wife Isabelle and their children Alexza and Leonardo. She is also survived by her sister Lori Taylor, brother Mike Taylorand his wife Cathie, sister in law and best friend Patty Taylor, sister in law Ada Taylor as well as many nieces and nephews. She is predeceased by her parents Kenneth and Ruth as well as her brothers John and Mark Taylor.
The family would like to thank Lahey Hospital & Medical Center and Wentworth Homecare & Hospice for all the care and kindness they provided.
There will be no services at this time. A celebration of life will be announced at a later date. Donations can be made in Gail's memory to Pope Memorial Human Society Cocheco Valley.
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Memories and Condolences
for Gail Martin
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Linda Miller
June 3, 2023
I am just seeing this now for the first time, as I tried to find Gail online, and wanted to send love to Lori and Gail's remaining family. Gail was my very first friend as toddlers on Chestnut Hill Road, in Rochester, from the age of 3-6, until I moved away to Farmington at 6. We lived across the street. We played together almost every day. I had always wanted to see her again, but never did. I am so sad that I won't get to reconnect with her, as I had hoped. RIP Gail... Until we meet again, Your oldest friend, Love Linda Miller
Rob Spence
June 18, 2021
Donnie,
Gail's passing was a shocker. I was so looking forward to seeing you both at the Class Reunion this fall.
Hope to see you there.
My Best to you.
Rob Spence
Bonney Lake, WA
Marilyn Bennett
June 11, 2021
Don, Dallas and Alexis,
So sorry to hear about Gail’s passing. She is a beautiful person and will be greatly missed. Always kind and loving toward all she met. My heart aches for all of you and Patty too.
Love, Marilyn Bennett
Lee Sanfacon
June 10, 2021
Don and family- Sincere condolences-Lee and Dolly Sanfacon
Bonnie Kenaley
June 3, 2021
Dallas,
So sorry to hear about your mom! May the warm memories that you shared sustain you during this difficult time!
Gary and Stacey Gadbois
June 1, 2021
We are so sorry to hear of Gail's passing. She was a wonderful lady and always had a smile. We are thinking of you all at this time.
Gil Cartier
June 1, 2021
Don and Family,
So sorry to hear of your wife's passing. May the Good Lord Jesus help see you through this difficult time and may He Bless you all.
My deepest sympathy and condolences.
Jane Turner
May 31, 2021
Don
May you hold the memories of Gail throughout your lifetime together, so dear in your heart...
An exceptional lady, her passion for teaching didn’t go unnoticed! . When she entered a room, her beautiful smile would outshine any other. A good friend, mom, sister, coworker, and wife; her family ment everything to her..
I’m fortunate I was lucky enough to cross paths with Gail in my lifetime.
May she forever RIP!..
Scott & Dyan Berry
May 30, 2021
Don & Family - Our thoughts and prayers are with you and wishing you healing and peace . . .
David and June Gallup
May 29, 2021
So sorry for your loss. Thoughts and prayers are with you.
Annette Mitchell Gadbois
May 29, 2021
I was shocked to see this. I'm so very sorry to the entire family and friends. May she rest in peace.
Stacey Gravel
May 29, 2021
Don and family. So sad to hear about Gail’s passing. I have so many good memories from years past. RIP Gail.
Russ Ham
May 29, 2021
Don and Family, So sorry to hear of Gail's passing. What a very nice lady. Her smile lite up any place she was at. She will be missed by all.
Lynne Bushway
May 28, 2021
Don, Alexis and Dallas and families, I was so sorry to hear of Gail's passing. It brought back so many memories from year long ago when Dallas, Benji and Jay all hung out together for so many years. All the baseball games, gatherings and even a few nights sitting around the dinning room table hashing out the game from earlier that evening. The days when Danny's mom use to watch our kids during the summer and after school while we all worked. How time flew by. I am heartbroken for all the family events that Gail will miss and that you all will have to go through without her. Yes, it is true time does make things more bearable and all the good memories will come flooding back. You never truly get over the loss of someone who meant so much but you do adapt a new norm and as time goes by the tears turn to laughter when you think of all the fun things and times you spent with them. My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this most difficult of times. May GOD give you all the strength and love you need to keep moving forward.
Regards, Lynne Bushway
Henry Bourasso
May 28, 2021
Gail was a nice person always had a smile on her face and willing to help anyone she will be missed. Butch & Stacia
Nancy &Mike Chisholm
May 28, 2021
Don and family, may the days and the memories you have all shared with this lovely, sweet soul, bring you comfort. Rest in everlasting peace.
Sarah
May 28, 2021
The Leonard family offers our heartfelt condolences. Gail was so kind and thoughtful. She made my son’s transition to first grade of one joy and fun as she subbed for a maternity leave. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
David Keller
May 27, 2021
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Claire (Caplette) & Garry Blanchette
May 27, 2021
To Don and Family,
So sorry to hear of Gail's passing. Always smiling and so pleasant. Our thoughts and prayers are will you all. She is resting in peace now.
Clyde Nutter
May 27, 2021
So sorry to hear this news about Gail,very special lady, will be missed dearly, my sadness is felt for her loving family and friends, God bless and Peace be with her
Gail Remick Hoage
May 27, 2021
I am so sorry to read this about Gail--an old time friend from Chestnut Hill Road days. My sympathy to her family.
Brenda & Clayton Harrington
May 27, 2021
Our deepest sympathy to Don and your family. May your wonderful memories of your life with Gayle bring you comfort. She was a lovely lady and will always be remembered.
John Panteledes
May 27, 2021
My deepest sympathies to the Martin family. My she RIP.
Michael and April Bedell & family
May 27, 2021
To Donnie, Dallas, Alexis, and all of your families,
Please accept our sincerest condolences on the loss of Gail. She exuded joy and kindness wherever she went. A person as special as Gail will live on in the hearts and minds of all who had the pleasure of knowing her. May she rest in peace.
Elizabeth Jason
May 27, 2021
Dick and I were so heartborken to hear about Gail's passing. I remember her as such a kind, fun-loving person and so accomplished! Don, we are so sorry that you have to bear this loss and hope it helps to know that friends and family are thinking of you.
Jim Linda
May 27, 2021
We send our thoughts and prayers to Don and the family, so sorry for your loss.
Paul and Karen Keefe
May 27, 2021
Please accept our deepest condolences for Gail's passing. Sweet memories will help to ease such pain. Again, so very sorry.
Eve Perkins
May 26, 2021
Don and family,
I loved working with Gail at the Elks. I’ll always remember her as being one of the most calming and upbeat people I’ve ever known. RIP Gail.
Dara Strout
May 26, 2021
Don, so sorry to hear about the passing of your wife. Deepest condolences.
Tina Amorim and family
May 26, 2021
Dear Don and family,
I was heartbroken to hear that Gail had passed away . She was the most wonderful teacher and friend. Gonic School was blessed when she became our 5th grade teacher. She was loved by all at Gonic School, and will always be remembered , She was my friend, and colleague and I will never forget the great times we had working together. You are all in my thoughts an prayers at this difficult time.
Ada Taylor
May 26, 2021
Don and Family,
My deepest sympathy for your loss. Gail’s smile and kindness will be greatly missed. Rest In Peace.
Joni Survillo
May 26, 2021
Don and family , Gail is now watching over all of you . Her big heart will continue to be your guide thru the storms. If there is anything I can do , I mean it , please let me know . May peace be with you ❤
Darlene Therrien
May 26, 2021
Don and family I am so sad to see this. She was a great lady I have known for a long time. She will be missed.
StephenFoster
May 26, 2021
Don,
May God give you give you strength at this time. You and Gail are two of the kindest and best people I have ever known. My prayers are with you. Stephen Foster “72”
Thom Scagliotti
May 26, 2021
Don and Family,
I am so very sorry to learn of Gail's passing...remember the good
times...Peace!
Patty Taylor
May 26, 2021
All the memories I have will fill the part of my heart that you took. Rest In Peace.
Elaine Maliski
May 26, 2021
I will miss you, my friend. Rest peacefully.
Tim Fontneau
May 26, 2021
I am so sorry to hear about Gail's passing. My sincerest condolences to the whole family.
Peter & Cheryl Meyer
May 26, 2021
Cheryl & I are so sorry for your loss of Gail, she was such a sweet person. We will keep you in our thoughts and prayers. Pete Meyer
Kathy Akerman and Jim Clark
May 26, 2021
Sympathies to the entire family. We have truly lost a good friend and exceptional lady. Keep your memories close to your heart. We will miss her quick wit and lovely smile. Prayers to Don and the entire family at this time.
Diane (Caplette) Grassett
May 25, 2021
Donnie and family, my heart is heavy with this news. Gail was a ray of sunshine. Always a kind and giving soul. She will be missed by many but always remembered. I send hugs to each of you.
With love, Dave & Sherry Sargent
May 25, 2021
Donnie, Lori, Mike, Patty & Family,
We are so heartbroken to learn of this such sad news. She was a sweet and gentle soul who touched so many lives. Our hearts are with you and we will pray that you will find peace through all of your beautiful memories. May she rest in eternal peace.
Wayne & Terry Colby
May 25, 2021
Don and family,
Our deepest sympathy for your loss.
We will miss this great lady.
Julie and John Tompson
May 25, 2021
Thoughts and prayers from the Tompson family
Chris (Taylor)Rogers
May 25, 2021
Donnie, Lori, Mike, Patty and families.....So very saddened to get this news. We are really at a loss for words but please know that our hearts and thoughts are with you during this difficult time. May you rest in eternal peace sweet cousin!! Love and hugs to all!! Chris and Jim
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