Obituary of Gail Kebbel

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Gail Kebbel (Death) in her 78th year passed away on August 12th, 2024 in Lindsay, Ontario.  Gail was born on August 14, 1946 in Hamilton, Ontario. Beloved wife of Edmund Kebbel for 56 years. Loving mother to Chris Kebbel (Sarah) and Lorraine King (Craig). Cherished and proud grandmother to Julia, Brayden, Sydney and Conri. Sister-in-law to Frieda (Val) Hennig and Herb (Jeannette) Kebbel. Predeceased by her parents Ernie and Margaret Death, her brother Robert Death, Aunt Kathy and “Aunt” Ollie.

Gail had a brilliant mind and graduated from the University of Western in 1969 as one of the few women who graduated with a degree in Science. She worked in Toronto as a forensic scientist early in her career.

Gail and Ed then made a decision to move to Rodney, to Ed’s family farm, where they chose to raise their beautiful family. In addition to being instrumental in the farm’s success, Gail was community minded and a leader in advocating and establishing the first pre-school day care in the community. She subsequently set up a successful driver’s education business in the Southwest region, taking pride in teaching numerous students for over ten years. 

In 2014, Gail and Ed retired to Coboconk in the Kawarthas, an area she truly loved and the place of many childhood memories. She and Ed created a home on the water that was their piece of paradise and tranquility. Gail so enjoyed the many colourful sunsets, beautiful reflections on the calm waters and the evening loons. Gail cherished time with her children, grandchildren and enjoyed reading, classical music, camping, baseball, and curling.

Gail will be remembered and missed by family and friends for her loving, kind-hearted, genuine and supportive nature.  She was steadfast and loyal. She was a woman of quiet confidence and humble regarding her many achievements in life. In lieu of flowers, plant a tree or donate to the Canadian Cancer Society or Alzheimer Society. A celebration of Gail's life will be held at the H.A. Kebbel Funeral Home, Aylmer on Saturday, September 7, 2024 at 11:00 a.m. Cremation-burial, Rodney Cemetery. Share memories or condolences at kebbelfuneralhome.com