She was a native of Watertown, NY and a graduate of Rush–Henrietta High School. Gayle was of the Catholic faith. She and her husband were the owners of Moonshadows Dog Kennels in North Rose, NY. Gayle’s life was her family and grandchildren, who she loved dearly. She also loved her plants, doing crafts and especially Christmas. Gayle had the biggest personality. She was full of life and laughed so much. She was so fun, everyone called her mom. She was always laughing and smiling. Gayle truly loved life. She spent most of her days with her children, they were best friends.
Gayle was preceded in death by her parents, Clifton and Patricia Whalen Orvis and a brother, Gary Orvis. She is survived by her loving husband, Kevin Scott of Winder; three sons, Scott Kellar and Matthew Kellar (Angie) of Winder and Chad Kellar (Amy) of Dawsonville; a daughter, Rebecca Schrader (Bryan) of Winder; three sisters, Patricia Price (Al) of Farmington, NY, Paula LaFave (Rick) of Caledonia, NY and Mary Orvis of Rochester, NY; eleven grandchildren and five great-grandchildren.
A visitation will be held Friday, August 6, 2021 from 7:00 pm until 9:00 pm at Smith Funeral Home, Winder, GA. A memorial service will be held at a later date in NY.
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