Longed to be with Jesus, and on Monday, June 12, 2023, surrounded by family, He called her home.

Gail was born on April 15, 1943 to Margaret Hale and Robert Cook in Toronto. She married her husband of 60 years, Paul Rooney, on December 1, 1962.

She is survived by her husband, Paul, and five children: Mark, Shauna, Jaz, George, and Kerrie Anne.

Gail was a grandmother to Devon, Amber, Jessica, Robyn, Nathan, Dana, Timothy, Felicity, Bella and Anthony, and great grandmother to Skye, Zane and Knox. Gail was a loving sister to Bob, Scott and Vince, and a caring aunt to her nieces and nephews.

Gail had a mother’s heart and the gift of hospitality.

She welcomed many foster children into her home over the years to love and care for them; and had an open-door policy to anyone in need. While she most enjoyed spending her time with family, Gail was also a talented knitter, crocheter and gardener.

She loved to sing, bird watching and playing a good game of cribbage.

Gail’s favourite verse was John 3:16 – “For God so loved the world, that He gave His only Son, that whoever believes in Him should not perish but have eternal life.”

Date and location of the Celebration of Life to be determined.

In lieu of flowers a donation to the Alzheimer Society of Canada in Gail's name would be appreciated.