Gail, to all who knew her, entered Heaven peacefully on Friday September 29, 2023. She was born on May 11, 1947, in Wilkes-Barre, PA to the late Harold E. and Lydia E. Smith. She is also predeceased by her husband of 57 years, Alexander Petrovich, and her granddaughter Anna E. Pedro. Gail was a career woman at IBM, a devoted mother, a loving spouse, and a friend to all. She leaves behind her son Brian and daughter Erin Pleus (Andrew). She is also survived by her everything, her granddaughter, Taylor M. Petrovich and several nieces, nephews, and lifelong friends. Gail’s departure from this earth was made peaceful and full of love by the staff of Mercy House of the Southern Tier. As she is missed, her light will live on through those who knew her.
A service to celebrate her life will be held Friday October 6th at the Leon Pucedo Funeral Home, Inc. 1905 Watson Blvd. Endicott, NY at 1:00 PM with the Rev. Clarence F. Rumble, officiating. Friends and family can call at the Funeral Home on Friday from 12 Noon until the time of service at 1:00 PM. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation in her memory to Mercy House of the Southern Tier 212 N. McKinley Ave. Endicott, NY 13760, or an animal shelter of one’s own choice.