Gayle was born to Robin Peterson and Ethel Peterson in Roseville, CA on August 11, 1949.  She is survived by her daughters, Cyndi DeMent and Jennifer Graff, and grandchildren, Alexander and Aria.

Gayle was great at making people smile. She was a loving mother, grandmother, and friend.  She will be sorely missed.

A service will be held Friday , February 17, 2017 at 10AM at South Valley Community Church, located at 8095 Kelton Dr, Gilroy, CA 95020. A reception will be held at the church following the service.