GAYLE STREETMAN GILES


On Sunday, May 17, 2020 Gayle Streetman Giles of Big Canoe, passed away at the age of 77 after a long illness.

Gayle was born on November 26, 1942 in Hurtsboro, Alabama. She graduated from East Point High School in 1960. Gayle went on to receive her BS in Education from the Woman's College of Georgia and her Masters Degree in Education from Georgia State University. Gayle had an outstanding career for 35 years with the Fulton County Board of Education as a teacher and Principal.

Gayle was married to Conrad Michael Giles for 41 years until his death in 2016. She was preceded in death by her parents, Myrtice Baker and Thomas Alfred Streetman, as well as her siblings Thomas Alfred Streetman Jr, and Patricia Streetman Rosamond.

Gayle is Survived by Nephew: James Todd Rosamond (Donna) Warrenton VA
Niece: Shannon Gayle Streetman Newhouse (Scott) McKinney TX
Nephew: Brenton Thomas Streetman (Erin) Frisco TX
Great nephews: Cole Newhouse, Caden Streetman, Kevin Rosamond,
Great niece: Brooke Streetman
Sister-in-law/college friend: Diane Streetman, McKinney TX
Step son: Mike Giles, Jr
Step grandson: Harrison Chase Giles
Step daughter: Cheryl Swann and step granddaughter Ashley Swann
Special Friends/Loved ones/Colleagues: Marcia Ewen, Bob Baker, Patricia Englert, Amanda
Woerheide

Gayle had a passion for all of her beloved pet dogs, especially her Pomeranians Rambo and Peaches. In addition to her outstanding career in education Gayle thrived on entertaining her friends at her home in Big Canoe. Her meals and hospitality were legendary. Along with entertaining, she took great pride in her beautiful garden. Gayle's endeavors were accomplished to perfection and always with style! She was a caring friend to all who were lucky enough to know her. Aunt Gayle was beloved by all her family and she will be greatly missed.

Gayle will be interred at the Georgia National Cemetery in Canton, Georgia, next to her husband Mike.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorial gifts be made to

Big Canoe Chapel – 10455 Big Canoe, Big Canoe Georgia 30143
OR
Big Canoe Animal Rescue – 10676 Big Canoe, Big Canoe Georgia 30143

Here is a quote from her reunion profile:
"Each day I am blessed to be surrounded by the peace and wonder of nature"

Due to the global pandemic a memorial service will be announced at a later date.