Gale Birkes Obituary
Gale Birkes (Flora, Illinois), born on December 14, 1932, passed away on September 10, 2026. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Edgar Bryan and Pauline Bryan; her sister Wilma Lowe; and her husband Bill Birkes. She is survived by: her daughter Gina Baker (Robert); her grandchildren, Lecia Hawkins (Joe) and Aaron Baker (Sarah); her great grandchildren, Layla Hawkins, Eli Hawkins and Liam Baker; and her pet Scout.
A graveside service will be held on Saturday, October 3rd 2026 at 10:00 AM at the Elmwood Cemetery (338 S State St, Flora, IL 62839).
Memorial donations are suggested to Ward County Senior Citizens, 205 East 4th St., Monahans, Texas 79756, and these will be accepted through the funeral home.
