Gayle Anne (Spangler) Onasch, age 67, passed away peacefully on Sunday, January 30, 2022. She was born to parents, William and Dolores (Hallacy) Spangler, who have preceded her in death. She was also preceded in death by her sister Kathy Zemaitis. She is survived by her children: Katie (Paul) Kerekes, Sean Onasch, her precious grandson Christian Kerekes and her siblings Marilyn (Dan) Prindiville, Fran Spangler, Valerie (Ashley) Livingston, Steve (Jan) Spangler and Laura (Tim) Brouwer, brother-in-law Joe Zemaitis, Aunt Peggy Kammert and Uncle John C.Hallacy, many nieces, nephews, cousins, and good friends. Gayle was born in Grand Rapids, Michigan, and graduated from Catholic Central High School. She was a very talented artist and had a wealth of creativity. She worked at Hudson's, Marshall Field's, and Macy's for many years and built many long-lasting friendships there. Gayle enjoyed cooking, reading, learning, dining out with friends and spending time exploring new places with her children and grandson Christian. Christian brought an immense amount of joy to her life. Gayle was most proud of her children Katie, a talented fine artist, and Sean the Colorado outdoor enthusiast.
Gayle will be fondly remembered for her quick wit and laughter as well as affection for everyone she knew. She made friends easily and will be sorely missed by everyone whose lives she touched. The family will greet visitors at Zaagman Funeral Home on Saturday, February 5th at 11:30 AM and a memorial service to follow come 12:30 PM. After the completion of the service the inurnment will take place at Resurrection Cemetery.
"Always in our mind, forever in our hearts."