Gayle W. Newland

January 10, 1939 - May 21, 2021

Gayle W. Newland, age 82, a resident of Mayfield passed away peacefully at home on Friday May 21, 2021. She was born in Elmira, NY on January 10, 1939. The daughter of the late Elmer A. and Geraldine Bowler Wright. Gayle was employed for many years working for Niagara Mohawk Power Company. She was a former member of the Nathan Littauer Hospital Auxiliary, Niagara Mohawk Power 25 year club, Niagara Mohawk Retirees Club, Niagara Mohawk Lunch Club, Girls Get Together Club (her Buddies) and the Freemont Street United Methodist Church. She was married to Walter W. Newland whom predeceased her April 19, 1995. Gayle loved her puppies, Shasta, Troubles, Mr. Tuffy, Muggs, Molly B. and Samantha; they were all so very special to her in their own way. She enjoyed her years in Florida with many friends and neighbors, traveling, boating and spending time with her special buddy, Jack. She loved her house, her yard and flowers, Snow, Family parties and get together’s. She enjoyed decorating for all the Holidays and volunteering at NLH always held a special place in her heart. She loved the Sacandaga Lake that she said “I could see every day from my Bay window”. Survivors include her brother; William Wright (Suzanne), nieces Kristina Gayle Savage (Brian) and Kimberly Jarabek (Jeremy). Great nieces Rileigh and Kendyl Savage. Several stepchildren, step grandchildren and step great grandchildren also survive her. Gayle wanted everyone to know “I will miss all of you and the “Beautiful” Life that I have had!!! My Love to You All! Gayle’s (AKA Thelma’s) Family would like to thank Michelle VanHusen (AKA Louise) for the wonderful four years of dedication, compassion, and laughter. The heart and soul that she gave to not only her Thelma but to her entire family as well. Michelle (Louise) you are and always will be a part of our family, we couldn’t have made our “Sis” and “Auntie’s” last years the best they were without you. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts. Bill, Sue and Krissi… A Graveside service will be held in Mayfield Cemetery on Friday May 28, 2021 at 12 Noon. In lieu of flowers please send donations to Mountain Valley Hospice, 108 Steele Ave., Gloversville, NY 12078. A celebration of her life will follow the graveside service at the Mayfield Grill, 8 School Street, Mayfield, NY. Arrangements are under the direction and care of the Northville Funeral Home. Condolences may be made to the family online at www.northvillefuneralservice.com.