Gayle I. Bruegmann

Gayle I. Bruegmann, age 89, of Steuben, passed away peacefully at her home on Sunday, May 10, 2026.  Gayle was born on November 10, 1936, in Chicago, Illinois, the daughter of the late George and Bernice (Gore) Kay. On September 9, 1961, she was united in marriage to Dale Bruegmann. Together they shared 57 years of marriage filled with love, partnership, and countless cherished memories.

Gayle worked for many years with the Illinois Central Railroad while continuing her education at Thornton Junior College. Though proud of her career and accomplishments, she found her greatest joy in being a homemaker and raising her family, whom she loved deeply and devoted herself to wholeheartedly.

A woman of strength and independence, Gayle enjoyed staying active throughout her life. She had a passion for gardening, crafting, photography, Broadway Musicals, camping, and fishing. Gayle had a deep and abiding faith in God and treasured time spent with her family, especially her grandchildren. She always looked forward to traveling with Dale, and together they were fortunate to explore the world and create lasting memories.  Gayle wholeheartedly embraced the farm life she loved, finding joy in the many animals that were such an important part of it. As a young girl she participated in Girl Scouts and later gave back by serving as a Girl Scout Leader. She will be fondly remembered for her kind heart, quiet strength, and her unwavering love as a wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend.

Gayle is survived by her children, Scott (Trish) Bruegmann of Steuben and Kristin Tracy of Harmony Grove, Wisconsin; six grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; and other relatives and friends.  She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Dale Bruegmann; daughters Julie Bruegmann and Debbie Bruegmann; son-in-law Jeff Tracy, sisters Jean Guild and Nina Gleason; grandson Tyler Tracy; and three great-grandsons, Brevin Cooley, Camynn Bruegmann, and Ledgynn Bruegmann.

A memorial service for Gayle will be held at 3:00 p.m. on Saturday, May 23, 2026, at St. Paul Lutheran Church, 107 Dousman Street, Wauzeka, with Rev. Kevin Baker officiating. A visitation will be held at the church from 1:00 p.m. until the time of service. Gayle will be laid to rest at Wauzeka Cemetery.  Online condolences may be offered at www.kendallfuneralservice.com.

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