Gail Leslie Butts

Dec 24, 1969 - Jan 21, 1970

Reno, NV

GAIL LESLIE BUTTSMay 28, 1949 - Oct 28, 2024Gail Leslie Butts, a beloved mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully on October 28, 2024, at the age of 75 in Reno, Nevada. She was born on May 28, 1949, in Vallejo, California, to the late Franklin Downing Ridges and Naomi Laverne Ridges.Gail was a remarkable woman whose life touched the hearts of all who knew her. She was known for her kindness, love, and unwavering care for those around her. Gail had a sharp mind and a compassi...Read More

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