Gail Carey
December 09, 2012
Gail Ann Carey, 55, died December 9, 2012 at Kavanagh House on 56th. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, December 22, 2012 at 4:00 p.m. at Hamilton’s on Westown Parkway, 3601 Westown Parkway in West Des Moines. Family and friends will are welcome to share any memories or stories. Visitation will follow the service until 6:00 p.m.
Gail was born on September 13, 1957 to Lavonne (Kahl) and Floyd Miller. She graduated from Leon High School and then Drake University with a Psychology Degree. She worked for most of her career in the insurance industry at Central Life, Principal and most recently at Aviva.
When not working, Gail enjoyed hosting family events at her home. Her home was the gathering place for many family members and friends. Her hobbies included travel, reading, and family time.
She will be greatly missed by her sons, Lucas and Dustin Carey; brothers, John Miller, Mark Miller; sisters, Ruby Mouchka, Joan Palmer, Carol Deemer, and Donna Gillman.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be directed to Kavanagh Hospice House. Online condolences may be expressed at www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com.
Tim Pierce
12/14/2012
Words cannot describe how much Gail meant to me. She is one of my closet friends, my work wife and my daughter's third grandmother. I have too many stories about all of our fun times. I can only say that she is missed beyond imagination. I love her so much!
Andrew Walling
12/14/2012
Gail was liked and loved by everyone she worked with. She was always ready with a smile or a story, and a true joy to be around. I'm terribly sorry she passed so quickly, but I know she is resting peacefully now. May God bless you through these trying times, Gail will be sorely missed.
Connie Buckingham
12/14/2012
To Gails family
I am so sad to have lost one of my dearest sisters. I am so sorry for your loss, but Im thankful you allowed me to share time with her. One of my fondest memories of her will be staying the night in the hospital with her. We spent most of the night talking, which was common for us when we stayed the night with each other. I have so many memories of her, from sleepovers as young girls and adult girls, to being told I would have to guard her during a basketball game. We were on opposing teams and she was a star player, and boy could she shoot from the outside. We shared many stories throughout our lives about what troubled us, and what was going right in life. And even more stories about our children, her boys, my girls. She told me many times that all you have to do to raise boys was throw food at them and do some laundry once in awhile. I watched though and she did so much more in raising her two boys into the men they are. She listened to them, supported them, but most of all she loved them each for the unique individuals they are. She gave me confidence as a mother, that I was raising my girls just fine. She was the smartest lady I knew and at times I was intimidated by her smarts. She was kind, generous, humorous and loved by many. She listened well, and gave great adviceafter all you were asking a psychologist for advice. Which brings me to another memory of her, we took our first psychology class together and went on to take more college classes together, which created many fond memories for the two of us. I could go on and on and on here of all my memories of this dear lady. If you knew her she created a memory in your life, she was just that sort of person. If you knew her she loved you, if you didnt you missed out on one of lifes greatest blessings! May God bless you all through this and remember she would have found something to laugh about through this.
Duane and Vicki Deemer
12/13/2012
Sending our heartfelt sympathy and thoughts and prayers to Gails family, friends and loved ones. May Creators light bring comfort and peace.
Mike and Mary Origer
12/13/2012
Our sympathies to Gail's family. We've known Gail for many years, and while we didn't see much of her, it was always good to catch up when we did have the opportunity. She was a kind soul. We will miss her. Our prayers are with all of you.
Carol Deemer
12/13/2012
My sister "Gail-e-o" was one of my best friends. I am so glad we had some time left for the deep conversations she was so capable of. Thank you Gail for all you have done for everyone. You were a generous soul. This world will forever be enriched because of you.
Janey Taylor
12/13/2012
My deepest sympathies to all of Gail's family. I did not have the opportunity to work directly with Gail here an Aviva but, she and I would chat from time to time in the break room, at the printer, etc...l was so very sad to hear about Gail passing. She was such a kind and friendly person. She will certainly be missed!
Just know God understands your pain and sorrow acquainted with grief and loss, cast your burdens on Him and He will give you the strength to get through this difficult time. God Bless!
Jacci Arbs
12/12/2012
Gail has been my dearest friend for 31 years. She was my children's second Mother. She was very much loved & will be missed by many.
Melanie Bruck
12/11/2012
Gail was a blessing to those who's lives she touched. Always a smile, a laugh or a hug. Gail believed in me when others didn't -- she knew your heart -- and for that I was honored to have her as a friend. God Speed, Gail. You will be missed!
Therese Volk
12/11/2012
Gail was very well liked by her co-workers at Aviva, and I am glad I had the opportunity to meet & work with her a few times. She was always very friendly and kind, and funny. My sincerest condolences to all of her family, friends and loved ones.
Heaven got another angel, even though we are sad & will miss her. May God bless Gail & her family.
Therese Volk, WDM
Steve Gordon
12/10/2012
I'm so very sorry to hear of Gail's passing. I sat next to her at Aviva and we shared many stories and good times. She was a great lady. I will miss her dearly