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1948
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2019
Gail Washington Obituary
December 1, 1948 - March 27, 2019
Gail Washington, beloved wife, mother, sister, and friend, passed away on March 27, 2019, at HopeWest Hospice.
Gail is survived by her husband, Rob; her daughter, Emily Hamilton (Michael Hamilton), and her brother, Dennis Stewart (Patricia Stewart). She is preceded in death by her mother, Eleanor Stewart, and father, James Stewart.
Gail taught at Tope Elementary School for 30 years. Following her retirement in 2008, she continued sharing her gift for teaching literacy by tutoring children through Mesa Valley Vision. She enjoyed snowshoeing, hiking, skiing and birding. She loved traveling with her family and friends.
Nearly two years ago, Gail was diagnosed with lymphoma. She showed humor and good spirits throughout her illness. A celebration of her life will be held at a later date.
Memorial donations may be made to Imagination Library at gjimaginationlibrary.com or to the Mesa County Libraries Foundation by mail at 443 N. 6th St., Grand Junction, CO 81501.
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Memories and Condolences
for Gail Washington
5 Entries
Karen Craig
April 2, 2019
Dear Rob and Emily, My condolences to you both. Gail was a kind and patient teacher. I enjoyed knowing and working with her the years I was at Tope.
March 31, 2019
My sincere condolences to the family of Gail Washington may you find comfort in your time of need. (1 Cor 1:3,4)
S P
March 31, 2019
As you remember your beloved, may our Father the God of peace give you comfort in every way today, tomorrow and always. Please accept my sincere condolences. Psalm 94:18,19.
March 31, 2019
I am so sorry for your loss. My deepest condolences to the family and friends. May God help you through this difficult time. Psalms 145:18
Michael Smith
March 31, 2019
Rob, we are so sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and Emily.
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