Gail Burleson

Gail Burleson, 85, of Johnson City, passed away on Thursday, February 1st, 2024, at Franklin Woods Community Hospital. Gail was born January 14th, 1939 and resided in Johnson City most of her life. Gail is preceded in death by her father and mother, Jack and Clotele Eason Burleson; and her brother, George Burleson.

Gail was a member of Central Baptist Church which she really enjoyed attending. Among her favorite things to do in life was to sing gospel songs, especially JESUS LOVES ME. Gail was very caring and tender hearted, she loved to help others in any way she could and often said she'd pray for you. She was a faithful servant of God and often talked of joining her mother in Heaven one day.

Gail enjoyed attending Dawn of Hope Day Program since 1982 where her love for people and meeting new friends out in the community flourished. She was active in the Ladies League, Active Elderly and the Dawn of Hope choir group. Gail loved people and had lots of friends everywhere she went.

Gail joined Dawn of Hope Residential Services in 2005 and moved full time into Supported Living with her close housemates.

Gail's hobbies included eating out, shopping at department stores and especially thrifting. Gail was a loving person and she had a special fondness towards her dolls which she called her ”babies”. She loved children and often spoke of taking care of them.

Gail loved laughing at funny things and had a great sense of humor which was second to none. She also had a special knack for speaking her mind. She was a wonderful storyteller and enjoyed sharing stories about her past and her family with all of her friends.

Wherever Gail was she livened up the room. She was such a pleasure to be around. And she will be deeply missed especially by her housemates and her home staff who became more like family to her over the years.

Visitation for Gail Burleson will be held from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM on Wednesday, February 14, 2023, at Morris-Baker Funeral Home, with funeral following at 1:00 PM officiated by Reverend Adam Love.  Afterward, there will be a committal service at Monte Vista Memorial Park at 2:00 PM. Those attending are asked to gather at the graveside by 1:50 PM.