Helen E. Gayler, 94 of Morganton, NC passed away on Tuesday, May 31, 2022. Born on August 23, 1927, she was the daughter of the late Oda and Bonnie Epley. Helen was an original member of St. Matthews UMC which she loved dearly. Helen enjoyed everything about Christmas and making pounds of candy for her family and friends. After retirement, Helen and Dale spent many days hiking and picnicking in the NC mountains.
Helen is survived by her daughter, Rebecca Gayler (Russell Ingram); nieces, Sharon Robinson (David), Patti Cornell (Gary), Gail Lees, Sandy Gayler, Julie Callan (Daniel); nephews, Kenny Epley (Deedra), Kevin Tallent (Amy), Gary Gayler, John Gayler (Jennifer), Leland Lewton, Lyle Lewton; brother-in-law, Allen Gayler; sister-in-law, Linda Lewton (Ross); best friends, Hannah and Roy Ledford; special great-niece, Kaitlyn Tallent who she loved very much.
In addition to her parents, Helen was preceded in death by her husband, Dale Gayler; sister, Aileen Tallent (Clyde); brother, Jerome Epley (Barbara); sister-in-law, Peggy Gayler.
The family will receive friends from 10am until 11am, Monday, June 6, 2022 at St. Matthews UMC. A funeral will be at 11am in the church with the Rev. Lisa Marshall officiating. Burial will follow at Burke Memorial Park. The family asks that all attendees wear masks.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to St. Matthews Scholarship Fund.
Sossoman Funeral Home and Crematory Center is assisting the family with the arrangements.
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