Gail Thompson Hathcock's Obituary
Gail Thompson Hathcock, 75, of Albemarle, passed away peacefully on Thursday, September 4, 2025, surrounded by her loving family.
A celebration of her life will be held at 5:00 PM on Sunday, September 7, 2025, in the Stanly Funeral Home Chapel, with Pastor Don Crusenberry officiating. The family will receive friends immediately following the service at Stanly Funeral and Cremation Care of Albemarle.
Born on May 7, 1950, in Rockingham, NC, Gail was the daughter of the late George Cecil Thompson and Mae Bell Arnette Thompson. She spent much of her career as a secretary in the textile industry, where her dedication and attention to detail were admired by those who worked alongside her.
Gail was a proud member of Mt. View Baptist Church and lived her life rooted in faith. Her favorite scripture, Matthew 19:26, guided her heart and spirit: “With man this is impossible, but with God all things are possible.”
Those who knew Gail will remember her for her warm personality, quick wit, and love of laughter. She enjoyed shopping, traveling, and especially going on cruises — often returning with stories of unexpected adventures, like the time she got “stuck in a foreign country,” a memory she loved to laugh about. Her family describes her as talkative, protective, funny, loving, strong-willed, and delightfully stubborn — qualities that made her unforgettable.
She had a few strong dislikes — including chicken and snakes — but her heart lit up for sunflowers, her favorite flower, and she adored the song “You Are My Sunshine.”
Gail is survived by her devoted husband, Ronnie Hathcock, and her three children: Michelle Sullivan (Ron) of Asheboro, Julie Myrick of Nashua, NH, and Justin Myrick (Kristi) of Candor. She also leaves behind four brothers: Whitey Thompson, Yankee Thompson (Debbie), Don Thompson, and George Thompson; and her sister Pat Couch (Ken) and her two beloved furr-babies Rocky and Roxie.
She is also survived by two stepchildren: Buck Hathcock (April) and Buster Hathcock (Angie); nine grandchildren: Mitchell Davis, Robbie Davis, Jacob Davis, Kalli Myrick, Lillie Davis, Wesley Myrick, Jordan Myrick, Karmen Barbee, and Brodie Myrick; six step-grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; and four step-great-grandchildren. In addition she is also survived by many other family members and friends. She was preceded in death by a sister, Barbara Elane Thompson.
The family wishes to express their thanks to the Atrium Stanly ICU Staff, Respiratory Staff, Hospice Staff and Stanly County EMS Services.
Gail’s life was defined by her love for her family, her deep faith, and the joy she found in life’s simple moments. Her laughter, strength, and sunshine will continue to live on in the hearts of those who knew and loved her.
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