Gail “Edwards” Skalla, age 73 passed away on October 25, 2023. She was a resident of Colorado Springs, Colorado since 1971 and formerly a resident of Chicago, Illinois. Gail was a housewife and former secretary.

She was born on October 17, 1950, to Edward and Mildred Edwards in Chicago, Illinois. On December 18, 1971, she was married to Joseph Skalla of Colorado Springs, Colorado.

Gail was a loving wife, mother, and friend. She was the sweetest person with the kindest heart and loved by so many people. Gail enjoyed cooking, gardening, animals, crafts, music, shopping, and slot machines.

She is survived by her loving husband, Joe; and daughter, Angela. Gail was preceded in death by sister, Joyce Hart; and her parents.

There will be no services or visitation. She just wanted people to have fond memories and to toast to her, life.

Memorials in Gail’s name may be made to National Mill Dog Rescue (https://nmdr.org/) an organization she loved. Flowers may be sent to: 1646 Woodpark Dr., Colorado Springs, Colorado, 80951.

Weep Not For Me

Weep not for me though I am gone

Into that gentle night

Grieve if you will, but not for long

Upon my soul’s sweet flight

I am at peace, my soul’s at rest

There is no need for tears.

For with your love I was so blessed

For all those many years.

There is no pain, I suffer not,

The fear now all is gone.

Put now these things out of your thoughts

In your memory I live on.

Remember not my fight for breath

Remember not the strife

Please do not dwell upon my death, 

But celebrate my life

This Obituary Has 16 Condolences

  1. Janell

    So sweet! Hugs to you both, Angela and Joe.

    1. Angeladskalla@gmail.com

      Thank you!

  2. Jessie Westmoreland

    Mrs Gail was a very very sweet lady I been knowing her for long time, just like a family she always made me laugh, ? you will not forget a beautiful lady like Miss Gail, my heart goes out to the family my prayers are with you all, Mrs Gail will be truly missed, but never forgotten ?? Mrs Gail was a wonderful person

    1. Angela

      Thank you!

  3. Barbara Ehrlich

    We are so sorry of your passing our friendship was not a long one. But we were truly blessed to have you our lives the years that we did share with you. We loved you.Ken and Barb

    1. Angela Skalla

      Thank you!

  4. Anonymous

    My sincere condolences for your loss.Her kindness towards me will never be forgotten.Such a beautiful and gentle soul.She’ll be missed always.

    1. Angela Skalla

      Thank you!

  5. Dona Sanchez

    We love Gail She was so sweet and will be missed!

    1. Angela Skalla

      Thank you!

  6. Glenda & Ed Jocz

    We are devastated by the loss of Gail. She was more than just a friend, she was family.
    We will miss you Gail, forever!

    1. Angela Skalla

      Thank you!

  7. Vickie McKinnis

    I had the pleasure of meeting Mrs. Gail twice about 20 years apart. She had never changed. Always a smile and a very loving and giving heart. They made me feel as though I was a part of their family. One of God’s many angels that he has called home to rest. Memories of her love will last forever.

  8. Angela Skalla

    Thank you, Aunt Vickie

  9. Mel & Jonny

    Thinking of the Skalla family, often. Gail was an extra warm ray of sunshine we will never forget. ☀️God bless and comfort you. ❤️??

    1. Angela Skalla

      Thank you ???

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