Gail L. Brady

Gail L. Brady, 70, passed away Wednesday, May 6, 2026, at Home in Chetek, Wisconsin. In the arms of her loving husband.

She was born in Joliet Illinois on December 26, 1955 to Raymond and Ima

Jean (BUTTS) Sayers. Gail graduated from Lincolnway High School New Lenox.

Gail has two daughters, Kelly (Dave) Dooley and Kena Sievert.

Gail married Robert J Brady February, 22, 2008

Gail is survived by, her loving husband, Robert J. Brady; two daughters, Kelly (Dave) Dooley and Kena Sievert. Three nieces Tammy (Steve) Platek,Tracy (Dave) Rymarcsuk and Tana Kestel, all of Mokena. Preceded in death by Parents, Sister Debra Rae Burns, Brother-in-law David Burns.

In 2005 Gail purchased Red Oaks Pet Inn in Brainerd Mn. Gail learned how to groom and ran a pet boarding kennel. Gail retired in 2020 and moved to Chetek, Wisconsin.

Gail had a passion for caring for all animals. Deer, Rabbit, Racoon, Fox, Cats, Bears, and Squirrels. She always welcomed the Orioles in the spring with fresh grape jelly and oranges. May 5th the first Oriole arrived, Petrarch on top of the feeder, look through the kitchen window and visited with Gail. Gail is survived by her dogs Addy, Katie, Else, and Charlie; Peaches the parrot and Eldon the cockatiel.

Bosco will protect her. When we feel a light warm summer breeze, Gail asked to be remembered from time to time.

*Celebration of Life*

As it was Gail’s request A celebration of Life will be held, Saturday, June

6, 2026 at 12 noon.

Jamo’s Live. 10160 191st St Mokena, IL 60448

*Memorial Contributions*

In lieu of flowers, memorials to the North American Bear Center in her name would be appreciated.

The North American Bear Center is a 501(c)(3) non-profit and we rely solely on visitor admissions, retail sales, and the generosity of donors and

members who believe in our mission. We do not receive any state or federal funding and your donation may be tax deductible.

*The Pet Lover's Memorial Prayer*"Heavenly Father, we come to You with grateful hearts for the life of Gail, a true steward of Your creation who loved animals deeply and unconditionally. Thank You for the joy, companionship, and laughter their furry friends brought into their life. We pray that *Gail is* now at peace, surrounded by the sweet spirits of the animals they loved so dearly, and that their legacy of kindness and compassion lives on in all who knew them. Amen."