He was preceded in death by his beloved wife of 52 years, Barbara Gayle, three brothers, two sisters and his parents Lee Alexander and Evie Bell Gayle.
Left to cherish his memory are his children, sons Jerry (Chrissie) Gayle, Alex (Rudy) Gayle, daughter Lori (Bobby) Davis, four grandchildren, 7 great grandchildren, one great great grandchild, sister Shirley Martin and many nieces, nephews extended family and friends. He was loved by many and will be greatly missed.
