Gale Hale, 84, of Rogersville, passed away on Saturday, February 22, 2025, at her residence. She was born on May 9, 1940, in Bonnertown, Tennessee, to Brown Newton and Ola Newton. Gale was a graduate of Lexington High School, Class of 1959, and a devoted member of Hickory Flat Freewill Baptist.
She dedicated 20 years of her life as a Pharmacy Technician for Elgin Pharmacy, where she became a well-known and respected member of the community. Gale had a passion for painting and created beautiful, detailed canvases throughout her lifetime. Her family was at the center of her world, and she was known for her warmth, humor, and love for making others laugh.
Gale was preceded in death by her parents, Brown and Ola Newton, her son, Robert “Kent” Holden, her granddaughter, Sheena Holden, and her brother-in-law, Robert Dale Landers. She is survived by her husband, Bud Hale, of 35 years, and great-grandson Ashton McLemore (Allie McLemore). She is also survived by her sister Carnelia Landers, and nephews Gary Holden, Terry Holden, and Sherry Burgess, along with numerous other nieces and nephews.
Visitation will be held on Tuesday, February 25, 2025, from 12-2 PM at Elkins East Chapel, followed by a funeral service at 2 PM in the chapel with Rev. Roger Troup officiating. Burial will take place at Bluewater Cemetery. Pallbearers will include Ashton McLemore, Eric McLemore, Conner Scheetz, Tommy Robbins, Billy Hale, Rickey Bradford, Gary Holden, and Odie Tucker. Honorary pallbearers will be Sam Mansell, Steve Nichols, Zollie Church, Kenneth Trousdale, Daniel Holden, and Brian Allen.
Elkins East Chapel is honored to be assisting the family during this difficult time, and condolences can be left at www.elkinsfuneralhome.com.