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W. Gayle Gwin, 86, of Bessemer died on Monday, May 9, 2022, at his home. Gayle was born on Aug. 10, 1935, on the family farm outside of Bessemer, a son of the late Willis Albert and Jenny Martin Gwin. Gayle is survived by his wife, Shirley Ann (Puz) Gwin, of Holy Spirit Parish, whom he married on Oct. 24, 1959.
Gayle graduated from Mount Jackson High School. He was a life-long farmer and a member of Westfield Church. He drove school bus for more than 30 years for the Mohawk Area School District, and then worked as a custodian in the district for 16 years.
In addition to his wife, he is survived by three children, Christine (Anthony) Piatek of New Castle, Russel (Janice) Gwin of St. Clairsville, Ohio, and Mark (Kimberly) Gwin of Bessemer; three grandchildren, Matthew (Nichole) Piatek, Amanda (Aaron) Guzzo and Marianne (Aaron) Doutt; and a great-granddaughter, Kelly Christine Guzzo.
In addition to his parents, Gayle was preceded in death by three brothers, Howard, Clifford and Richard; two sisters, Eileen and Eleanor (in infancy); and a granddaughter, Kelly Baker Piatek.
There will be no calling hours or services, as the family gathered privately. Burial was in St. Anthony Cemetery in Bessemer. Arrangements have been entrusted to the Terry Cunningham Funeral Home, Bessemer.
Eternal rest grant unto Gayle, O Lord. Let perpetual light shine upon him. May his soul, and the souls of all the faithful departed, through the mercy of God, rest in peace. Amen.
