Gay C. Hassebrock

September 15, 2021

Gay C. Hassebrock, surrounded by her family, peacefully passed on Monday, September 13, 2021, at the age of 74. She was born on July 14, 1947, and was a longtime resident of Molino, FL. Gay was preceded in death by her parents, Fred Lyle Cleaveland and Lois Grace Munson Cleaveland; brother, Lyle Fred Cleaveland; and sister, Bonnie C. Donaldson.

Born and raised in Foley, AL, Gay was an active member of the Foley United Methodist Church. She spent her high school summers as a lifeguard at the city pool. Gay was a 1965 graduate of Foley High School and went on to attend Huntingdon College. She later transferred to the University of West Florida where she earned a Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education. Gay taught in both Santa Rosa and Escambia County school systems. Most of her 35 plus years were spent at Bratt Elementary School. Gay has been a member of Dogwood Park Baptist Church since the early 1980’s. Throughout the years, she was instrumental in organizing Vacation Bible School, as well as other church programs, and also served as the church Secretary and Treasurer. She attended a weekly women’s bible study in her pursuit to grow deeper in her faith. Gay was an avid reader, loved puzzles, movies, and Alabama football.
Gay is survived by her loving husband of 42 years, Bennie Earl Hassebrock; daughters, Karla (Jamie) Bowlan, Brantley, AL and Brandy Bryan, Warner Robins GA; sons, Dean (Angela) Hassebrock and John (Sarah) Hassebrock, all of Molino FL; thirteen grandchildren; and thirteen great grandchildren.

Funeral services will be held at 11:30 AM, Saturday, September 18, 2021, at Dogwood Park Baptist Church, 3301 Highway 97, Molino, FL, with Pastor Phil Fischer and Pastor Russell Branch officiating. Burial will follow in Dogwood Park Baptist Church Cemetery. The family will receive friends at 10:00 AM prior to services.

Pallbearers will be Seth Wilson, Samuel Wilson, Parker Hassebrock, Caleb Hassebrock, Zachary Tipton, Garrett Montgomery, Jamie Bowlan, Jr., Andrew Bowlan, and Aaron Bowlan.

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4 Responses to “Gay C. Hassebrock”

  1. Bonnie Exner on September 18th, 2021 6:17 pm

    Gay was an excellent teacher who made a positive difference in a multitude of young elementary school students..She also had a sweet spirit and walk the walk of her Christian life..She will be missed by all who knew her..REST IN PEACE,GAY!

  2. Leslie on September 16th, 2021 11:59 pm

    One of my mom’s dearest friends. I’ve known Mrs. Gay for a long time. She was always laughing and had a funny story to tell.
    It’s still hard to wrap my head around, but she’s with her Savior and pain free.

  3. Mike Spinks on September 16th, 2021 8:25 am

    Benny and family,
    Mine and Janie’s prayers are with you and the family. God has called another earthly angel home. She touched so many lives and was a blessing to everyone. God holds her in His arms, we hold her in our hearts.
    Love and prayers,
    Janie and Mike

  4. Betsy Perkins on September 16th, 2021 8:19 am

    Dear Gay’s family, Gay was such a warm, loving person…..my children were blessed to have your mom twice as their 2nd and 5th grade teacher. Your mom had a great sense of humor and she will be missed. Sending loving thoughts and prayers.