In memory of

Gayle Lynne Oram

May 9, 1949 - May 7, 2022

Born May 9th, 1949 in Toronto to Connie (nee Gurnik) and Arthur Punshon, died May 7th, 2022 at Sunnybrook Hospital. She was predeceased by her parents and sister Geri. Gayle, true to her name, was a force of nature. She lived her life to the fullest with joy, determination, curiosity, and a great sense of adventure. Gayle loved deeply and unconditionally and was loved the same way in return. She will be missed beyond measure by her husband David, daughter Eryn, son-in-law Jeremy, grandchildren Ryan and Maya, siblings Randy, Sharon, Cory, and Cindy, large extended family, and close circle of friends. Her Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, May 21st at Mount Pleasant Funeral Centre (375 Mount Pleasant Road, Toronto, ON M4T 2V8). Visitation 10-11, Service 11-12, Burial 12-1, Reception 1-3. In lieu of flowers, please consider donating to a charity you feel would honour her memory.

A link to livestream the service will be available at the top of this page at approximately 10:45 am.

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khatijah sankar (friend)

Entered May 14, 2022 from Trinidad

Fly with the angels Gayle ..Sleep in peace

Helen Steenkamer-Punshon (Sister-In-Law)

Entered May 14, 2022 from Innisfil

Gayle is one of those Earth Angels that was called away far too soon. She is a warrior that fought many battles, some seemingly insurmountable, but always managed to gain the upper hand and win the fight. Her love of family and those she held dear to her heart was always shiningly evident, especially for her daughter Eryn and precious grandchildren. Gayle will forever remain in our hearts. <3

Randall Arthur Punshon (Randy) (Brother)

Entered May 14, 2022 from Innisfil, Ontario

I have lost a wonderful, very intelligent sister!!! Love you & RIP Gayle!!!

Bill McMunn (Brother in law.)

Entered May 15, 2022 from Edmonton Ab.

Eryn described her mom to a T . Gayle was indeed a force on nature. May she rest in peace.

Lynne and David Mitchell (Friends)

Entered May 15, 2022 from Toronto

I can only imagine how extremely difficult it was for Gayle to live with this terribly disabling disease called Lupus. She was so full of adventure and life and never left a stone unturned. Gayle did what she always did - she fought this disease like everything in her life, with ambition, determination and strengths. She taught me about womens’ rights way before the “womens rights movement” became a topic of discussion, and I thank her for that. I’m so sorry you were taken from us so early, but I know you will be at peace in your home in the sky. I will never forget you Gayle.

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