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Pastor/Prophetess Elaine M. Gay

01/18/1967 - 08/08/2021

Obituary For Pastor/Prophetess Elaine M. Gay

Van Hoose & Steele Funeral Home, Inc. announces with deepest sympathy the transition of Pastor/Prophetess Elaine Gay.

COMMUNITY VIEWING: Saturday, August 28, 2021 from 10:00 a.m. until 11:00 a.m. Cornerstone Full Gospel Church, 610 Brooksdale Dr., Tuscaloosa, AL. 35405.

FUNERAL SERVICES: Saturday, August 28, 2021 at 11:00 a.m., Cornerstone Full Gospel Church, 610 Brooksdale Dr., Tuscaloosa, AL. 35405.

Funeral Services will be live-streamed via Van Hoose & Steele Funeral Home Inc.’s Facebook Page.

These services are licensed by Van Hoose & Steele Funeral Home Inc, under the direction of l Licensed Professional Marzett Hinton LFD#05255 & Director Oliver M. Sealey.

BURIAL: Monday, August 30, 2021 at 11:00 a.m., Alabama National Cemetery, Montevallo, AL.

All attending must wear a mask.


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I love you, Pastor Elaine! Your wisdom, strength, grace, and beauty will live on forever through those you poured into over the years. Thank you for every word and blessing. I know your worship is filling heaven even as I type this. Praying for those who will miss you and love you. Thanking Jesus for your life and service to Him! 💙🦋💙

I have very fond memories of her computer class starting with praise and worship, at Stillman. May God strengthen Pastor James and family and give you comfort during your times of bereavement.

My condolences to Paulette and the family.....God bless you..

Pastor Darryl, we offer our sincere condolences to you and the family. So sorry to hear of the passing of Pastor Elaine. May God grant you strength and comfort during this difficult time and days ahead. Derick and Keisha Maddox and Family

Cousin Elaine was a jewel to our family she will be greatly missed. To the Gay family and her sisters, may your memories help you through the pain and bring you comfort. Cousin Phronice

We were deeply saddened to hear of the passing of Pastor Elaine. May your fond memories of her and all the great moments spent together bring you solace in the days ahead. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. Our deepest condolences and love to you and your family during this challenging time. Browns, Cabbil, Freeman, Hamner, Jones and Waldrop family.

We were deeply saddened to hear of the passing of Pastor Elaine. May your fond memories of her and all the great moments spent together bring you solace in the days ahead. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. Our deepest condolences and love to you and your family during this challenging time. Browns, Cabbil, Freeman, Hamner, Jones and Waldrop family.

Daryl, the Lord is our Shepherd and he will never leave us nor forsake us. Know that he will be your comforter now and always. He is the creator of every good and perfect gift. He gave you the the gift of Elaine. The Bible says there is a time for all things. We join you in prayer, knowing that only God can grant you eternal peace, love and tranquility. We love you. Linda and Dedra Harris

Prayers for Pastor Daryl and the entire family. She was an anointed woman of GOD and and a great mentor. She will be missed.

With deepest sympathy in the loss of Elaine. I wanted you to know I am here to honor and to always remember her. There are a lot of things we did together. Being a women of God she always had a encouraging attitude with everyone she came in contact with. Truly Missed. Aunt Mitt

Words can not begin to express how shocked I was to hear Pastor Elaine had passed. She was a great friend, teacher, and Pastor. She will be deeply missed. My prayers are with the whole family Sincerely, Sister Tomiko Green

Our family extends our sincerest condolences to The Gay family at this time of sorrow. We, pray that God give you strength to endure this painful and difficult days ahead. The Lord Is Our Shepherd...♥️ Amanda G. Benion

My beautiful cousin may you rest in peace. Keeping your family in prayer

Pastor Gay, Praying that The Love of God give you the comfort and peace that will see you through during this time in your life. Bro. Ike and Sis. Letrell Peoples

It truly saddened my heart to hear of your loss Pastor Darryl and family. I am praying for you all and sending my heart felt sympathy. Just remember to be absent from this body is to be present with the Lord, Saints of God never die but rest from their labor, waiting for that great day to crown Him Lord is Lord and everyday will be Sunday and there will be no tears because Jesus himself will sue them all away so be encouraged and I know that our God is still faithful even in times like these. Love you all Blonzell

In this sad time we offer our heartfelt condolences for the loss of your wife. We share our sadness, joy, laughter and memories of Elaine she will remain in our hearts. The Gay, Willis, Ansah and Maddox Family

Hundreds of students have benefited from Ms. G and her outpouring of love. She loved and lived with her whole heart. She will be greatly missed.

I will miss your smiling face and positive attitude in the hallways at school. Thank you for always being uplifting and being so helpful and kind. You will be missed greatly! RIP

Mrs. G was her name to me and many others at Crestmont Elementary. She was an Intervention teacher and a substitute teacher at our school. Everyone loved Mrs. G! She was so kind, thoughtful, and full of love. She is greatly missed. My prayers are with her family. Lynn Corkren

Praying that God will give you Strength, Comfort, & Peace during this difficult Time.

Rev.& Mrs. Thomas Anderson Chicago, IL

Cousin Elaine, You will be greatly missed but never forgotten. You have captured a special place in our hearts. It was a pleasure meeting you at the 2019 family reunion in Tuscaloosa, Alabama. Thank you for the beautiful opening prayer for the family reunion dinner gala. We will always remember your kindness and smile. Rest In Peace

David Sherman Chairperson Bowles Kennedy Brown Family Reunion

Lenita Wilson Akles Heflin AL

Lenita Wilson Akles Heflin AL

To the family I offer my sincere condolences. She was my parents neighbor before they transitioned. She kept a check on them even with her busy schedule. She touched many lives through her ministry. She was the founder of Journey in Motion prayer line. She allowed me share the platform with her. The ministry aided children and the elderly. She will be missed by her family, the school, community as well as myself.

No words can express how saddened we are to hear of Pastor Elaine's passing. She was a beautiful woman inside and out. The two, Pastor Darryl and Elaine, were two very special inspirational people in both Earl's and my lives. Truly she will be missed. Darryl we are praying for your strength and comfort. Jackie & Earl

We were truly saddened by the passing of our beloved friend,mentor & beloved teacher Ms Gay. She was always so patient with our son Jermaine and always made him laugh in her class! She will truly be missed! Prayers for you and your family Pastor Gay🙏🏽 May Gods give you the strength to endure through your loss🙏🏽 Be Blessed, Pastor & Mrs. James & Doris Williams & Jermaine

We were all shocked and saddened after learning about the passing of Pastor Elaine. She was truly a great woman of God. Our prayers are with you and your family.

My words cannot fully express the sorrow I feel after learning about the passing of your beloved wife. May you ever treasure the wonderful times you had and my thoughts are with you and your whole family. Danny and Maria Haynes, Pennsylvania

Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.

Van Hoose & Steele Funeral Home | Tuscaloosa, AL

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