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Eleanor Alexander Obituary

Joy is not the absence of pain, but the presence of Christ. Eleanor Gale Adams Alexander's love for Christ was evident in her life and that of her family. Even as Gale battled cancer, she made her faith known to everyone around her. She was born September 29th, 1950 in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. She was not only a loving wife and mother to two beautiful daughters, but was also a caretaker. Gale joined her beloved husband, Bentley, in the arms of Christ at her home surrounded by friends and family on Saturday, June 8, 2013. She was 62 years of age. Having ascended into Heaven, Gale has now joined her parents, Joan and Wright Adams and her birth mother, Eleanor Spiller, in the joy and peace of Christ. Gale graduated from Tulane University with a Bachelor degree in Art. She was constantly using her talent in calligraphy to create beautiful scripture pieces. She also loved movies, particularly Woody Allen. Some of Gale's favorite pastimes were blueberry picking, playing gin rummy, travelling to Cozumel, and discovering new health foods. But above all, Gale cherished her church, First Baptist Church of Clinton, Louisiana and her many brothers and sisters in Christ. Gale is survived by her daughters, Lydia and Hannah Alexander, her sisters, Margaret Meyer and Joanie Kulage, and her brothers, Mark and Wade Adams. Thank you to all of her loving friends and family who supported her throughout her life and were her strength and support during her courageous battle with cancer; especially to her devoted caretakers, her cousin, Trish Schindler, and her friend, Claire Castleberry. Services will be held at Rabenhorst East 11000 Florida Blvd, Baton Rouge, La 70815. Visitation will be held on Tuesday, June 11, 2013, from 6-8pm. The funeral service will be Wednesday, June 12, 2013 at 3pm with a two-hour visitation preceding the service. Dr. Fred Malone and Pastor Mark LaCour will be leading the services.

Published by The Advocate from Jun. 9 to Jun. 11, 2013.
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I'm so sorry and give my condolences on the loss of your dear loved one. The Bible assures us that our Heavenly Father"ïs near to those that are broken at heart, and those wo are crushed in spirit he saves." May your memories bring you a measure of comfort at this time.

Denise, NJ

June 11, 2013

Hannah and Lydia, your mother was a fun, creative, and loving Christian woman and I so enjoyed her friendship. I am comforted to know she is in Heaven now with your dad and our Lord Jesus. She did beat the cancer - He delivered her from it. My thoughts and prayers are with you both and the rest of your family. If you need anything, I am right here.

Stephanie Creasy

June 11, 2013

I spoke with Gale about a month before she died. We had not seen each other in about 10 years so we caught up on each other's lives. She was completely upbeat and said she was doing great. Not once did she complain. For several years my family stayed Saturday nights with her family and attended FBC Clinton together. Gale was a very very giving person and loved Christ above all. I am sad that I did not keep in touch with her those 10 years. But at least I know we will meet again in heaven! I am blessed to have known her.

Apryl Barnes

June 11, 2013

Love and prayers for all of Gale's family. She was a dear sister in Christ and we will miss her so much!

Cynthia Venable

June 10, 2013

Dear Margaret, Wade, Joanie and Mark,
Please accept my deepest sympathy for the loss of your very sweet sister. Gale and I first met when I had just moved to Baton Rouge in 1955 and your Dad was building our house. We continued our friendship upon entering LaSalle.....many sleep overs and birthday parties...and on through Westdale and BRHS...to enjoy our creative interests in the Art Club together. I ran into Gale a few years ago during one of my infrequent visits to Baton Rouge and was so happy to chat about the past. It was as if no time had passed at all.
You are all in my prayers.

Jane Hall Harmon

June 10, 2013

We always enjoyed our times with Gale. She was a VERY special person in our lives and she will be missed SO much! Our prayers are with the girls and family. Know that she is with The Lord.

Brian and Adelyne Owens

June 10, 2013

We are going to miss her , but Glad she is with the Lord....the Lord bless all her family.

Gabriel, Miryam Velasquez

June 10, 2013

I am so sorry for your lost may God be with your family.

June 10, 2013

So sorry to hear about Mrs. Gale. We always looked forward to her visits and she always had a smile. Please know our thoughts and prayers are with the family.

Tex, Mary & Laura At Edward Jones & Co.

June 10, 2013

Don't know the family but What a wonderful article to honor your loved one yet one more time. Sorry for your loss. May the Lord fill each and every void in your lives. The world needs more families like yours. Be blessed.

karen and hannah

June 9, 2013

The loss of my sister makes me profoundly sad. I miss Gale and wish we had more time. Love Always

Wade Adams

June 9, 2013

Our prayers are with your family. We love you!

Samantha Gowdy

June 9, 2013

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