Victoria J. Gayles

YOUNGSTOWN - Victoria J. Gayles, 78, peacefully passed away at Hospice House on August 14, 2024, surrounded by her family. 

She was born on August 15, 1945, in Willimantic, Conn., to the late Lyman G. and Mary E. (Gavigan) Albro. 

Victoria's warm and caring nature touched the lives of many throughout her journey in this world. Victoria cherished being with her family above all else. She found joy in the simple things in life, such as playing Bingo, watching the Hallmark Channel and crocheting.

Victoria is survived by her loving daughters, Melody Gayles, Anna Judkins, Marjorie Kilgore, Erica (Justin) Wallace and Lisa Schreiber; her sister, Betty Houle; brother, Richard Albro; and grandchildren, Shaquala Dalambakis, Kristina Judkins, Christian Walters, Ramon Judkins, Hudson Wallace, Robert Schrieber, James and Katherine Kilgore; and 14 great-grandchildren. 

She was preceded in death by her husband, Fred Gayles; and her beloved children, David Judkins and Erica Gayles I; as well as her brothers, Lyman Albro, James Albro and Caleb Albro; and sister Mary Rose Pelkey.

In her final moments, Victoria was surrounded by those she held dear, finding comfort in their presence. She will be deeply missed by all who had the privilege of knowing her.

Professional arrangements are being handled by the Higgins-Reardon Funeral Homes, Austintown Chapel.