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Gail GUEST Obituary
GUEST, Gail Jean
Born in Nevada City on February 17, 1947, and passed away January 8, 2013. Gail is survived by her husband of 36 years Adolphus 'Bill' Guest, sons Ryan and Thomas (Kristen), grandson Parker, her sisters-in-law Kate Richiger and Karen Thomas, nieces Ashlyn Thomas and Talor Severt (Mike). Gail was preceded in death by her parents Doris 'Dode' and Charles 'Chick' Thomas, brother Terry Thomas, niece Kylee Thomas, mother-inlaw Frances Willard Guest, and brother-in-law Richard 'Rich' Richiger. Gail graduated from Nevada Union High School and Chico State. She was a teacher in the Rio Linda Union School District for 37 years, and she was recognized as a 'Teacher of the Year' in 2000. At Gail's request there will not be a memorial service. The family encourages remembrances in Gail's name be made to the charity of your choice.
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Memories and Condolences
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Marcia Brandon
May 10, 2013
Gail is my oldest friend. We met at Lake Tahoe when we were 5 or 6 years old. We spent many a summer together and so many great memories were created. Though I didn't get to see her often, she will always be in my heart.
February 1, 2013
Gail was a lovely person who taught so many of us to smile. No one ever felt left out when Gail was around. Thank you, Gail! Cathy Martz Flowers
Carol and Bruce Clark
January 28, 2013
We were so sad to hear of Gail's passing. We have rented the house in Santa Cruz for many, many years and every time we talked to Gail she was so pleasant and family oriented. It was a joy to hear her voice. I am sure our vacation house has many parts of her favorite memories. We have made many there too. Gail - Thank you for sharing your spirit... Blessing to the family from all of the Clark family and friends who have enjoyed summers there and will hopefully get to in the future.
Kate MUIR
January 27, 2013
Gail a wonderful person who I will always be thankful I had the pleasure of knowing.
January 27, 2013
I will always smile fondly and with love when I visit Gail "in my heart" as will all her family and friends. Rich Womack
Rick Zunino
January 26, 2013
Gail's family...please accept my sincere sympathy. I grew up with Gail in Nevada City and graduated with her in 1964 at Nevada Union. I have very fond memories of Gail and her family, as I was a good friend of her brother, Terry, and her Dad, Chick.
Gail will be missed by everyone who knew her.
Tom Kraus
January 26, 2013
Our deepest sympathies to Bill and the family. Anyone who met Gail could tell right away what a special person she was.
Barb Earl-Haggerty
January 26, 2013
I have not kept up with Gail since high school, but I remember her as the kindest teen-age girl I've ever known. My thoughts are with her family.
January 25, 2013
I met Gail in the 5th grade and there were seven of us girls that were fast friends. We lost tack of each other in high school. I will always remeber her fondly.....Tanna Ingram
January 25, 2013
Our thoughts and prayers are with Gail's family, friends, and all the children who got to share her charming smile and her pixie laugh..! Bob & Bebe Lee
January 25, 2013
Bill,
What a beautiful angel she must be. Please accept my sincere sympathy.
Sharon Pritchard
January 25, 2013
Gail was truly a nice person and an asset to the class of 64 at Nevada Union! You will be missed always. Thanks for all you did....Bonnie
David Becker
January 25, 2013
Gail was truly an exceptional human being, always positive, always carrying, and a wonderful teacher. She was such a positive influence on the lives of so many children and adults.
I am honored to have known Gail as a friend and had the opportunity to be her colleague.
Jim Hust
January 25, 2013
While preparing to move, I found a note that Gail had written me on 7/3/06. She wrote, "Retirement is exhausting! I'm trying to get things done that I have let slide for 37 years!" I am sure she filled the post retirement years getting many of those things done and always with a smile. I enjoyed working with her and knowing her and her family.
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