Linda Gail Crye Williams
Linda Gail Crye Williams, 77, of Cleveland, Tennessee, passed away on Tuesday, August 13, 2024, surrounded by her family in a Florida Hospital following a short illness.
Linda was born on Sept. 28, 1946, to the late Arnell (White) Crye and Albert Crye
Gail graduated from Bradley Central in 1964. She had various business roles in her career, but her greatest joy was being one of the first female general contractors in Cleveland back in the early 80s. She owned G&G Quality Built Homes. She was still renovating homes with her daughter up until the time of her passing. Gail managed A.R.T. Machine Shop, 25th St Auto Parts in the 90s and later managed Riverside Machine and Mechanical Solutions.
Once retired she loved traveling to her favorite place, her second home in Florida. Her favorite hobby was spending countless hours in the kitchen baking for her family and friends.
Gail was the epitome of a true grandma. She loved her family fiercely and her biggest pride and joy was her two grandkids, Austin and Dani. Gail will always be remembered for her big smile and generous heart. May she be a beacon of light for all that held her dear.
Gail was preceded in death by her brothers, Claude Crye and Stacy Crye, beloved dog, Sam.
She leaves behind to cherish her memories, her husband of 59 years, Gary Williams "Pee Wee", daughter Toye Sowder (Sammy), Grandkids Austin Sowder and Dani Sowder, her brother, Frank Crye (Paula), as well as several nieces and nephews. She also leaves behind her favorite girl Sassy. Gail and Gary also had two special couples that came into their lives over 42 years ago, their dear friends known as “The Kentuckians”. (Late Dennis) and Marlene Montana, (Late Johnny) and Violet Lyons whom she loved dearly. The stories they could tell and the laughter that could always be heard.
A celebration of life ill be held Saturday, Sept. 21, from 4-7 p.m. at the Southern Charm Venue in Cleveland. Prayer and Dove Release will be around 6 p.m. with Rev. Darrell Grady officiating. The family would like for you to join them for a dinner in honor of Gail and will be serving her favorite food and desserts.
Gail has always donated to various charities and the family has asked that in lieu of flowers to donate in Gail’s name to St. Judes Children's Research Hospital or when you donate to your favorite charity this year to please put “In Memory of Gail Williams”.