Mother and Grandmother

Gayle’s most important job was that of mother. She devoted herself tirelessly to raising her four children and instilling in them the values of honor, integrity and service above self.

The accomplishments of their children, both in their education, work experiences and relationships, have been a great source of enjoyment for Gayle and James.

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Stephanie | Jennifer | James, Jr. | Melinda | Family Album

Community Volunteer

Gayle began her service to her community in high school and has been a dedicated community volunteer ever since. She has served her community for over 38 years giving of herself to benefit others. Her business, organizational and teaching skills have benefited many organizations including Hibiscus Children’s Center, Inc., The Barn Theatre, Martin County Schools, Helping People Succeed (formerly Tri-County Tec), American Association of University Women, the Pan American Round Table, Big Brothers/Big Sisters and many others. Gayle is commited to building a better community.

The political process has also benefited from Gayle’s commitment to service. Whether helping candidates get elected, serving on the Executive Committee, or presiding over meetings as President of the Republican Club, Gayle has been an active member of the Republican community for over 22 years.

Gayle and her family worship at The First Presbyterian Church of Stuart. She has served as Deacon and Elder and chaired the Personnel Committee, as well as having been a Sunday School and Bible School teacher and member of the finance committee. She currently serves as a Lay Reader.

Gayle has been recognized for her contributions to the community by various organizations. In 1992 she was selected as the United Way “Outstanding Volunteer in Social Services” , in 1996 by the Palm Glades Girl Scout Council as the “Distinguished Woman of the Year” in the Private Sector and in 1998 received the Florida Belle Chenault Award for patient advocacy from the Florida Medical Association.

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This year Gayle was overjoyed to learn her husband, James, has been honored as a featured Father of the Year by the American Diabetes Assocation. (Click here for information on this wonderful organization.) Some of the past recipients are Ronald Reagan, Colin Powell and Rudolph Giuliani.