Gayle Lynn Mahone

Gayle Lynn Mahone, aged 72, of Youngstown, Ohio departed this life Friday January 2, 2026. Gayle was born April 12, 1953 to Edward and Ruby Mickles Mahone.

Gayle was a 1972 graduate of South High School. She played trumpet for the marching band and was head majorette during her junior and senior years. Gayle attended Grambling State University before being employed by General Motors Lordstown in July of 1978. After 38 years of employment Gayle retired in April of 2016.

She was a lifelong member of Third Baptist Church, where she served selflessly with the Missionary Society. Gayle was an avid reader and loved to shop always in search of the ultimate deal.

She leaves to cherish her memory but forever celebrate her life, her brother, Jerome (Brenda Rose) Mahone of Half Moon, NY. One sister, Denise Mahone Warren of Youngstown. Two nephews, Bryan (Barbara Blair) Mahone of Youngstown and Aaron Mahone of Pittsburg, PA. Four Neices, Adrianne Warren of Youngstown, Erica Mahone of Seatle, WA and Danielle and Kaylynne Mahone of Youngstown. She also leaves Four great-nephews and a great-niece and special cousin Valerie Willis. The echoes of her laughter and the radiance of her smile will live in the hearts of all who knew and loved her.

She was preceded in death by her parents, her sisters JoAnn and Lori, and her brother-in-law Wallace Warren.

Services will be held noon Wednesday January 14, 2026 at Third Baptist Church, with calling hours at 11:00am.

F. D. Mason Memorial Funeral Home Inc. has been given the honor to serve the family during this time of loss. Thank you allowing our staff to serve your family as we would be served since 1963.