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Gail Binkley Carruth
1941 - 2013
Gail Binkley Carruth
1941 - 2013
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BORN
1941
DIED
2013
Gail Carruth Obituary
Gail was previously employed as an airline stewardess, bank teller and legal secretary, but she became a full-time mother and homemaker while raising her son, Shane. Gail was a member of the Daughters of the Nile and Ladies Oriental Shrine, both of which support the Shriners Hospital for Children.
Gail was predeceased by her father, William Alexander Binkley, Jr. and her mother, Berwyn Jervis Binkley.
She is survived by her loving husband of over 48 years, Gerald "Jerry" Carruth; her son, Shane Carruth and her granddaughter, Emilee Carruth, all of Austin, as well as her sisters, Beverly Simpson and husband, Dennis of North Carolina and Jan Binkley of South Carolina; and her brother, William Binkley III of Florida.
Her family wishes to acknowledge the medical staff at Seton Medical Center ICU "A" for their excellent medical care and valiant efforts to prolong Gail's life during her hospitalization.
The family will receive friends from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m., Sunday, June 9, 2013 at Cook-Walden/Forest Oaks Funeral Home.
Graveside services for Gail are scheduled for 10:00 a.m., Monday, June 10, 2013 at Cook-Walden/Forest Oaks Memorial Park located at 6300 W. William Cannon Drive with Reverend Don Long to officiate.
In lieu of flowers, her family requests memorial contributions be made in memory of Gail to the Shriners Hospital for Children, c/o Ben Hur Shriners, 7811 Rockwood Lane, Austin, Texas 78757or to your favorite charity.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Robin Knight
October 10, 2013
Mr Carruth, deepest sympathy and well wishes for the family. Love the pictures. I dont remeber seeing any. She seems so vibrant and fun in that picture. After the month we spent together in ICU and seeing your devotion to her, I have a renewed faith in love and marriage.
Andy Miller
July 17, 2013
Gail you are such a Lady. Your made the room light up when you entered.
My love will always be with you..Andy Miller
Cindy Cummins
June 13, 2013
So sorry for your loss, Jerry. It was such a privilege to have Gail as a patient and to get to know both of you. She was a very special person and will be missed by many I am sure.
JACK RAYBURN
June 13, 2013
Jerry, We are so sorry for your loss and our prayers are with you.
Jack & Pat Rayburn #108 IslandHouse
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June 10, 2013
Jerry we only knew you and Gail and family for a brief time at Ernests and Gloria's home by Buchanaan Dam but it was a pleasure to spend that time with you all. You were warm, friendly and outgoing to my wife and I. We haven't forgot you or Ernest. We're sincerely sorry for Gails untimely passing. Remember the good times and that we will all be together again someday. Larry and Lucille Furco,Jordan,NY.
bill torrey
June 10, 2013
Jerry
My condolances
Donna (Meinscher) Estes
June 10, 2013
Dear Jerry, Shane and family,
I am ever so sorry to hear of your loss. Gail was such a nice person. & and always so nice to me and my family. My parents thought so very much of her and your entire family. I remember with great fondness all the good times we all had with the Shriners and especially with your late parents. I am sorry I could not attend the visitation or graveside service. Please know your family is in my prayers
Deepest Sympathy
Donna Meinscher Estes
John and Pam Tayloe
June 10, 2013
Jerry, We are so sorry for your loss but want you to know that the very few times we met Gail at EEHS Reunions she was so very friendly,personable and nice to be around!
The Spirit Lives On!
June 9, 2013
Jerry, Gail was such a pleasant person to be around and we will miss the opportunity to visit with her when we return to the U.S. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
Dave & Samon Isbell (Thailand)
Bill & Ceil Hart
June 9, 2013
Jerry,
What a wonderful lady to have known for more than 45 years. Such a great person and friend.
June 9, 2013
Jerry,Shane and family my deepest sympathy on Gail's passing. Gail was a very dear friend and like a sister to me. I knew Gail and family for many many years. She was always there no matter the time of day or night that's what made her such a special person.She will be missed deeply by all that had the opportunity to know her. Love and prayers Kay Green
Weldon Kidd
June 9, 2013
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
Weldon and Glenda Kidd
June 9, 2013
Our thoughts and sincere condolences go out to you and your family at this time of the loss of Gail, a wonderful person. I was personally lucky to have a special friendship with Gail since 1993 with coming down to the Island House . Our thoughts are always with you and we will be in touch !
Sincerely David & Beverly Feldberg , Bellingham, Washington
Ron & Betty Patterson
June 8, 2013
Jerry & Shane - we were very sorry to hear about Gail's passing. We have many fond memories of the fun times with you all during the scouting years. Know that our thoughts & love are with you during this time -
June 8, 2013
Gail was a beautiful lady and you will sorely miss her. I pray God's comfort and peace for your family and my friend Beverly. Betty Parham[SOS]
June 8, 2013
Our thoughts and prayers go out to Jerry and family at this time of loss and sorrow. God Bless this family.
Larry and Frankie Beauchamp
Alice Greene
June 7, 2013
So sorry for the loss of your wife and Beverly's sister. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Sincerely
Adan Perez
June 7, 2013
Jerry, my most sincere condolences to you and your family. God Bless you my friend.
Adan Perez (Brownsville, TX)
Bobby Williams
June 7, 2013
Jerry, I was so sad to hear about your loss of Gail. She will always be remembered by me as a ladies' lady and a caring friend for all the years I knew her. I know how much you loved each other and she will be missed not only by you and Shane, but also to those many friends she had.
My thoughts and prayers are with you, my good friend..
Bobby Williams
Lloyd Hesterly
June 7, 2013
Jerry and family, so sorry for your loss. Our hearts and prayers go out to each of you. God Bless you! Lloyd Hesterly
Rich Henderson
June 7, 2013
Dear Gerry & Shane
I remember Gail when I was a young child rolling in the grass at Eula's home in Arlington. At Ray and Paul's home… where you would sit on the couch and smoke a pipe while Gail, Ray and Joan would talk thru the evening. We would run out side and all pretend to smoke a pipe… For us kids, Gail as a flight attendant, was so glamorous and Beautiful. Karen and I send our love. And I know Ray, Paul and Joan are with her now.
Rich & Karen Henderson
Jerry McNair
June 6, 2013
May God Bless Gail's family. My prayer is that the deep hurt you're feeling now will soon be overcome by good memories.
Jerry McNair (REL '58)
Harold B. O'Brien
June 6, 2013
Jerry,
My Wife and I are so sorry for your loss.
May God bless you and your family during this time of sorrow .
Brad O'Brien aka OB
DPS Narcotics Service_ Retired
Norma Homesley
June 6, 2013
Jerry, I am so sorry for your loss. Gail was such a fun person to know. She and I had fun doing the picture thing and keepng it a secret! You know what I mean. Even though I didn't get by to visit her I have the memories of our many conversations on the phone when I worked for you. Thank you for being such a loving husband and care giver. I am fortunate to have a loving, giving husband also. Know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. Norma and Elton
Brandy Mueller
June 6, 2013
All my thoughts are with you Jerry. I am sorry for your loss. In the few times we have talked over the last few years I've come to know how committed, loyal and very special you were with your wife. Although I never knew her, I always believed that she was nothing short of amazing simply because she was Your wife. I know many ate thinking if you.
Kathi West
June 6, 2013
Jerry & family,
The last few years were not easy for Gail, but she was so very blessed to have such a loving family take such good care of her. I know she will be dearly missed.
Paula Dietz
June 6, 2013
Jerry, please know that your family is in my thoughts and prayers. I'm so sorry for your loss.
Cynthia & Island House Staff
June 6, 2013
Jerry, We are so sorry for your loss. God bless you and your family not only during this time of sorrow but always.
Terry Simpson
June 6, 2013
Jerry and Shane,
I am very sorry I wasn't able to attend the funeral or be there for support. You are my family and my heart and prayers are there with you during this hardship. Maybe one day, I will have the opportunity to get to know both of you better.
Until then, we all love you over here and are there with you in spirit.
June 6, 2013
Gail was my first best friend and we remained friends from Lake Shore Elementary School through Lee High School. When I think of Gail I smile. I remember her great spirit and wit. Thanks, Beverly for including me in your first notification. Peace and love. Jan Hayes Wynns (Raleigh, NC)
Patsy Mitchusson
June 6, 2013
My thoughts and prayers are with you Jerry. Gail was a delightful lady and is now at peace knowing how much you loved her.
Lloyd and Susan Jones
June 5, 2013
We are so sorry for your loss...The whole family is in our thoughts and prayers.
Russ Tracy
June 5, 2013
God bless you Gail, you were always fun to be around. You will be missed and remembered.
Michelle Fernald
June 5, 2013
Jerry, Shane, and Emliee,
May God shine His light upon you and grant you peace. Michelle, Michael, Grace & Hope
David & Donna Nelson
June 5, 2013
Jerry - Our prayers are with you as we remember such a special lady. We are blessed to have shared a small part of her life.
June 5, 2013
My prayers go out to Gails family as we were friends in Lee High School and now as I think of her she brings a smile to my face as I remember back then how young we were.
Joanne Darlington... Moser Lee High Class of 1958/Jkvl Fl.
Marsha Gibson Jehu
June 5, 2013
Gail was a wonderful friend for close to 65 years. She will always be in my heart and memories. We are so thankful that she had Jerry to share her life and make it what it was. I know she is with the angels and she will me missed very much
Jan Breland
June 5, 2013
Jerry and Shane,
I am so sorry to hear about Gail. She was a very special person...I know that because I know that she made your lives so rich and full and loved you both so much, as you loved her. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Ed Martin
June 5, 2013
Jerry: Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Ed & Julie
Perry Ivie Roussel
June 5, 2013
My prayers are with beautiful Gail's family, Perry LHS 58
Pat Melton-Ermi
June 5, 2013
Prayers and sympathy to the family.. R. E. Lee, Class of 1959
debbie phillips
June 5, 2013
my thoughts and prayers are with jerry and gail's son and granddaughter and all the many other family and friends who will miss her deeply. i grew to love gail like a sister. she was a funny, warm and loving woman who made a difference in the world. she fought hard and was ready for the peace and eternal love that is now hers. God's grace is surrounding her. all my love and respect, debbie phillips
Carl Cochran
June 5, 2013
Our thoughts and prayers are with Gail's family. Carl Cochran, LHS 1958
David Norton
June 5, 2013
Jerry, My prayers to you and your family. Gail was one great lady and I am glad that we crossed paths even if it was for a short time.
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