Gail Noble
Keener
February 25, 1947 - September 17, 2024
We are deeply saddened to announce the passing of Gail Noble Keener, a cherished mother, grandmother, sister, aunt and friend, who left us on September 17, 2024. Gail was born in Colbert County on February 25, 1947 to Reu and Katherine Willard. After retiring from Reynolds Metals, Gail found her true passion in taking care of those in need. Known for her boundless love and selflessness, she was caregiver to many individuals for over 20 years and treated each of them with the utmost love and kindness.
No matter who it was, she was always the first to lend a helping hand, offering not just her support but her heart and soul. Her compassion knew no limits; she would give her last dollar, and if she didn’t have it, she would borrow it without a second thought, knowing she would never see it again. Her generosity was matched only by the size of her heart, which touched everyone who had the privilege of knowing her.
Gail will be remembered for her gentle spirit and her incredible ability to make everyone feel loved and cared for. She is survived by daughter Teresa (Russ), son Billy (Danielle), son Ron (Jeannie), grandchildren Jessie, Bailey, Raiana, Taylor, RJ (Hootie), Donovan (Bella), Stella, 11 great grandchildren, 1 great great grandson, sisters Juanita Butler, Rosie Smith, Wanda Willard, Sheila Letson, brothers Pinkie Willard, Vernon Willard, James Earl Willard, ex-husband RE Keener, who remained a great friend, and special friends. She was preceded in death by her parents, sister Martha Jane, and great grandson Nikeli.
Services will be held at Williams Funeral Home in Florence AL on Saturday, September 21. Visitation will begin at 11am and the memorial service will begin at 1:00pm with burial in Shaw Cemetery. Pallbearers will be her grandsons.
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September 21, 2024
11:00 am - 1:00 pm
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Williams Funeral Home, 1950 Helton Drive, Florence, AL, USA
September 21, 2024 11:00 am
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September 21, 2024 1:00 pm
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8 Comments on “Gail Noble Keener”
My sincere condolences to Gail’s Family. I pray God will comfort your hearts as only He Can. Gail was truly one-of-a-kind.
My condolences to the family,My prayers for yall to be comforted by Holy spirit.an him giving you strength.
My thoughts are with you and your family. She is getting to see things we can only imagine. I love you all.
How do you say goodbye to someone that has been a part of your life for at least 40 years? My heart is completely shattered! We became instant friends when I transferred back to Alabama with Reynolds Metals in 1984 and have remained that way all these years. She was the one I called if I needed help. I will always love and miss you. Fly high my wonderful friend.
Praying for each of you. Family was always her main focus. Keeping up with Gail Teresa and Wanda and their shenanigans would always make a person laugh. If you looked up the definition of family in the dictionary I am sure a picture of Gail and her family would be in it.
I’m thankful for the love and hugs I received from Gail at the last Security/Firemen’s luncheon. I will always cherish her friendship. There are so many good memories about her. May God hold each of you in his arms.🙏🏾🙏🏾💔
So sorry to hear of your passing. We had some good times. Regret that we didn’t get to have more. Love to the family. Patsie
I have just now seen this notice. First came the shock, then came the thoughts of how this has hurt her heart-broken family. Gail and I have been friends for for over 25 years. I just cannot believe she is no longer with us. So many prayers will go up for all her family members. She and I discussed so many different things lately but we talked about those to whom she gave loving care to in the last few years. I knew so many of them from the years that I lived in Muscle Shoals. We will see this loving, caring person again one day. I am so sorry for your loss, but Heaven has gained another angel.