Elizabeth Gail Hadley, 55, of Columbia, KY passed from this life on Tuesday, July 14, 2026. She was born on July 8, 1971, the beloved daughter of Jerald Dwight Hadley and Catherine Hadley of Columbia, KY, who survive.
Gail was a 1989 graduate of Adair County High School. Professionally, she served as a Certified Nursing Assistant at T.J. Health Columbia, where her compassion and dedication touched the lives of many. Her commitment to caring for others defined both her career and her personal relationships, evident in the deep love she extended to family, friends, and those in her community.
She found joy and fulfillment in a variety of interests: hunting, singing, and above all, in spending cherished time with her family and friends. She was known to many for her gentle and generous spirit, always willing to lend a hand or a listening ear.
A woman of faith, Gail attended Hadley Community Church, where her presence was a comfort and blessing to fellow congregants.
Gail brought warmth, kindness, and care to all who knew her throughout her years. Her presence was a treasured anchor in the lives of her family.
SURVIVORS:
Her parents: Jerald Dwight Hadley and Catherine Hadley of Columbia
5 children: Natalie Redmon, Blake Redmon, Elijah Redmon, Rowan Ferrill and Stellan Ferrill
2 grandchildren: Caleb Dobbs and Logan Dobbs
2 sisters: Emily Roach (Jason) and Ruth Ann Hadley
3 nieces: Hallie Hadley, Madelyne Bennett (Trenton) and Everly Roach
2 nephews: Chase Hadley (Danika) and Haviland Roach
Great niece & nephew: Bennett Hadley and Briony Hadley
She was preceded in death by a brother, Douglas Vaughn Hadley.
Visitation: Friday, July 17, 2026 from 12:00pm-2:30pmCT with a private service for her family to follow at Stotts-Phelps-McQueary Funeral Home in Columbia, KY with Bro. Jimmy Bunch officiating
Burial: McClister Cemetery
Pallbearers: Jason Roach, Chase Hadley, C.J. Hadley, Martie Spoon, Mark Spoon, and Haviland Roach
Stotts-Phelps-McQueary Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
