Gayle was raised in Shillington, PA and graduated from Governor Mifflin High School. She enjoyed traveling and recently made an extensive cross-country journey, connecting with friends and family along her way.
Gayle was a long-time businesswoman in Ft. Myers, FL. Her love of horses and dogs influenced her career choices; she was the founder and original owner of both Animal Sitters and The Dog Resort.
Gayle was preceded in death by her son, Alan Gosnell, her brother Robert B. Gosnell, as well as her parents Robert and Ruth Gosnell. She is survived by her sister Carol Starke, her brother and sister-in-law Lee and Heather Gosnell, and her daughter-in-law and grandson Sandi and Alex Gosnell. She is also survived by her nephews Bryan Starke, Steven Starke, Nathan Starke, and Robert Gosnell as well as her niece Morgan Gosnell.
In lieu of flowers, Memorial contributions may be made to Paws Lee County at 965 Pondella Rd, North Fort Myers, FL 33903.