Gail L. Dowdle
Gail Lawing Dowdle, 84, of Greenville, SC, wife of Deroy Dowdle, passed away on Tuesday, April 7, 2026. Born in Gaffney, SC on April 17, 1941, she was a daughter of the late Roy and Ailene Ray Lawing.
Gail loved crafts (quilting, crocheting, and knitting) and her Atlanta Braves. Although unable to physically attend church, she enjoyed watching services online and supported Waycross Community Church in Pelzer.
In addition to her husband, Gail is survived by three daughters, Christina Stepp, Kimberly Adams (Stephen), and Nancy Burkard (Christopher); four grandchildren, Kayla Brannon, Kevin Dowdle (Marsha), April Sullivan (Jason), and Stephanie Cox (Adam); seven great grandchildren, Jacob Stepp (Nikki), Wyatt Padgett, Katelyn Howard (Josh), Brayden Sullivan, Gavin Dowdle, McKensie Strickland, and Lexi Dowdle; one great-great granddaughter, Wrenley Kate Howard; and two siblings, Betty Collins and Bobby Lawing.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her granddaughter, Jennifer Stepp; son-in-law, Michael Stepp; grandson-in-law, Robby Brannon; and brother-in-law, Glenn Collins.
The family would like to thank the staff of Interim Hospice for their incredible care of Gail, especially nurses Nell and Jennifer.
A Visitation will be held on Saturday, April 25, 2026, from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at Cannon-Byrd Funeral Home; 1150 N. Main St, Fountain Inn, SC 29644.
Such a beautiful lady. She was so special to me. Now she is with our Father fully healed! Sending hugs and prayers to DeRoy and family. If there is anything I can do please don’t hesitate to call . Linda Collins
I am so sad to hear about Gail’s passing. I have so many fond and great memories of the Dowdle’s living beside my parents while growing up. Gail, aka Moon Baby or Sweet Thang to me, was such a kind and caring person. I had a lot of “mamas” growing up in the neighborhood and Gail was one of the best. Loved her smile and laugh. She will be greatly missed.
I will miss the service due to a previously planned event. However, I will be there in spirit.
My thoughts, prayers, and sincere condolences to my friends Deroy, Christina, Kim, and Nancy, and to the entire family. I love you all.
DeRoy and family. I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Gail and I worked together many years ago at Cryovac. She had health problems then, so she had ill health for many years and suffered greatly.
She and I talked about our children a lot. We enjoyed sharing things you said and did. She was a sweet lady and I know will be greatly missed. Prayers for you.
Ann Campbell
I am so very sorry for your loss. All of you are in my prayers and thoughts. Deborah Parris ( Anne Dowdle’s niece)
DeRoy and family, I’m so sorry to learn of Gail’s passing. She was a sweet, sweet lady. I have great memories of you all living next door to my parents in Mauldin. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you.