Lillian Ann Carol Arel Gale, age 76, passed away peacefully in her sleep on June 18, 2022, at her home in Grover, NC.

Born February, 7, 1946, she was the daughter of the late Earnest Paul and Nora Verena Knight Arel. In addition to her parents, Lillian lost her brothers, Mark, David, and Donnie Arel.

Lillian is survived by her husband of more than 55 years, David Gale and their three boys David Russel Gale, Jr., Eric Michael Gale and Adam Christopher Gale. She is also survived by her siblings, Judy, Wendy, Gloria, and Mike, as well as, 5 grandchildren and 1 great-granddaughter.

The family will have a private celebration of life service at a later date.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made in her memory to Hospice of Cleveland County: 951 Wendover Heights Drive Shelby, NC 28150.

Online condolences may be made at www.cecilmburtonfuneralhome.com

Cecil M. Burton Funeral Home & Crematory is serving the family.