On the morning of April 19, 2018, Gail passed away at home after being in poor health for the last 10 years.
Gail was born in Glasgow, Montana on February 16, 1946. She was the first child of Charles and Margery Peterson, Jr. The family moved to Helena in fall of 1953. Gail graduated from Helena High School in 1964 and attended Montana State College (now MSU). She married Byron Danzer in 1965 and went to work for the phone company. While living in Bozeman, their daughter Michelle was born. The family moved to California and were later divorced. Gail held various positions in electronic companies in California and on the East Coast. One of her proudest accomplishments was installing and troubleshooting early electronic voice mail systems for businesses. She retired and moved back to Helena 20 years ago due to declining health. She was active in the Presbyterian Church, was a Senior Companion and did volunteer work at the Humane Society.
Gail was preceded in death by her parents and a niece, Jessica Dooley.
Gail is survived by her siblings, Craig Peterson of Australia, Becky Reidy of Washington, Wendy Peterson of Wyoming, Ann Danzer of Helena, by her daughter, Michelle Danzer, of California and by nieces and nephews, Terry Danzer, Sara, Hanna and Brian Reidy, Carley Dooley and Anton Glushko, she is also survived by a daughter, Julie Kelley, given up for adoption who she was fortunately able to connect with.
A Celebration of Her Life will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Tuesday, May 8th at Anderson Stevenson Wilke Funeral Home, 3750 N. Montana Ave. in Helena. A reception will follow the service at a location that will be announced at the service. In lieu of flowers memorials in honor of Gail are suggested to Pads for Paws or the Lewis and Clark humane society. Please visit www.aswfuneralhome.com to offer the family a condolence or to share a memory of Gail.
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Ell Sosa says
Our family was saddened to hear of the passing of Gail. We hope that many fond memories will lift you during your sad times and comforting words will give you the strength to cope with your thoughts in the days, months, and years to come. During our recent loss, we took to heart encouraging information found at jw .org. (Search: loss of loved one video) There you’ll find answers as to why we lose our dear loved ones and the hope of our reunion soon to come, something we can all look forward too. May God continue to comfort you during this time.
Dennis and Darlene Abeyta says
Gail and her animals lived next door for 9 years before moving to a different location in Helena. She was kind and caring. All animals were her “friends”. She always had treats for our dogs, or other dogs on a walk with owners. If she wasn’t outside when Belle was passing by with her owner, Belle would sit by Gail’s gate and wouldn’t move.
My sympathy to her family for your loss. My prayers for God’s peace and comfort.
Gina Wiest says
I was so sad to see Gail had passed away. I had the pleasure of working with Gail at the Lewis & Clark Humane Society. Gail served on the board of directors and volunteered many hours on behalf of our homeless animals. Gail will be missed. My profound sympathies to her family.
Theresa Rush says
I, too, was very sad to hear that Gail had passed. I worked with Gail at Dillard’s for two years before the store closed. Gail and I became friends and I always appreciated her astute understanding of the retail business and its operations and failings. I often found that Gail’s observations about people and events were spot on! Gail also had great taste and an eye for quality that she shared with me. I will miss her wit and humor.
Gail and her family are in my thoughts and in my prayers. May she rest in peace–free from pain and worry.
Trudy Bridenstine Cady says
I am so sorry to hear about Gail’s passing. I remember her vividly as the big sister of my best friend growing up. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. God bless you.