Gail was a great coworker and a better friend we had many heartfelt conversations and she never failed to ask me how my elderly parents were doing. We didn’t always see eye to eye on work stuff but we always left it at work. Bob shared  with me on many occasions that Gail would sometimes be arguing with me in her sleep. Gail will be greatly missed by many but a part of her will live on in the hearts of all that knew her. I send prayers for peace and comfort to all her family this day and all the days to come. See you later my friend save me a seat.❤️

We would sit by each other in court Every week and you would always ask me to repeat what Judge Kelly would say because you couldn’t hear me over opening up the wrapping paper to the peppermints that I would take handfuls from your purse at a the time! You were a wise owl and always shared your hopes and experiences with me. I loved working with you and no matter if it were a busy or bad day you always made it better with your laugh. You made a huge impact on my life and I’m forever grateful for you! 

This was a great woman she never gave up on me even when I did. I could always look to her for strength and what I needed to hear when everyone else sugarcoated things for me she always was brutally honest and thats  what I needed.


Gail: a friend that added so much to my life, a woman that cared for others from her heart, a loving mother, grandmother and friend.   I am blessed to have known her and been able to call her a friend.   I am going to miss our lunches and our long telephone conversations.  Thinking of Bob and family.

I started to work at drug court in 2008.  Gail took me under her wing and taught me everything I know about addiction.  Gail helped me get through my mother’s death back in 2015. Gail is a special lady who loved people and most of all she loved saving lives one day at a time.  She will be missed dearly.  

Thank you for the giggles, your love and the shoulder you always had to offer anyone that asked, and to many that never had to ask. The many times we sat on our bench in the courts breeze way and had all out talks. We joked that when you and I were gone, they'd have to put a plaque up saying Leigh's and Gail's bench. Every time I walk past it I see and hear you. I hate we have to say good bye today but I know I will meet up with later. Until then my friend, I love you.  You will be missed.

I love Gail and Bob so much, and I loved my time working with you  in Calhoun GA, fighting the good fight, going on vacation and generally having a blast. You’ve helped me move, helped me grow and quite possibly saved my life. 
Bob...I love you, I’m here, I’ll sit quietly with you any time you need me. 

Gail, my cousin, long ago with the Garrison clan. When your young the clock seems to stop and as you grow older you say, where did the time go , so savor every moment . Gail is front row and second from the left.  Prayers.

She changed my life, love me when I didn't love my self  I don't know where i would be in life had it not been for her tough love.. I am going to miss u Mrs G sleep in peace

Where do I start? Gail taught me about recovery because she said “you aren’t in recovery so you don’t get it!” It is true that I needed that grounding knowledge, and her wisdom. She was a friend, a mentor, and always an ear when I needed her.  I am richer because of her friendship! 

So sad to hear of her passing...Gail was a true Godsent to countless people.. Her heart was in everything she did for others . I loved hearing her laugh ... and watching her instill hope in people. I was blessed to have known her. She will be missed by many .... prayers go out to Bob at this difficult time.. 

Gail will always be one of my favorite people in this world.  We had so much fun working together that it never felt like work. She became a second mom to me in GA while at Drug Court.  We always had the most fun shopping around town. Our happy place was CVS between groups or enjoying a local restaurant.  Gail took me to the best whole in the restaurants and made work feel like a gathering of friends.  She taught me before a tough phone call to say the serenity prayer and I still do that today.  I learned so much from her and will miss our hour long talks even when I moved to GA.  She will be greatly missed by all who lived her.  Prayers and hugs to her family she loved so much.  I know she’s having fun laughing in Heaven and reuniting with old friends.  Your spirit and smile will love on forever in the hearts who love you. 😍

Thank you for showing me the way! Love and tolerance was your code, you allowed everyone to feel worthy your time and if we listened...well we just might get it! One can only hope to be half the loving and caring person you were! I am eternally grateful for YOU!
That trip to ATL...they are going to write about is someday😏 

My heart is so saddened. Gail was an inspiration and a blessing to me and our precious Grier. Tiffany was Grier’s best friend and Gail always went far beyond to support and sustain their bond. She was positive, encouraging and helpful in the hard times and the good times. I am so grateful for her being a part of my life. Tiffany, l love you and remembering your family in my thoughts and prayers.
                                                                                                 Deborah Merrick 

Mrs. Gail loved me when I couldn’t love myself . She save my life that I was Destroying . She was a loving , caring and she give great tough love . I miss her dearly . Glad she was apart of my life and she will always be in my heart ❤️ . 

I went to high school with Gail.   She gave me such comfort when my sister died in 2015 when she learned my sister died of alcoholism.    I am so sorry to hear this news.   

OBITUARY

Gail G. Kelley

February 5, 1947 – July 4, 2020

Carmichael - Hemperley Funeral Home and Crematory

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