Irene E. Gusler

Irene E. Gusler, 90, passed away October 15, 2007, in North Carolina. She was a kind, generous and loving wife, stepmother and friend. We are thankful to have shared her precious life and will miss her. She is survived by her devoted husband Luther E. Gusler; her 19 year old Pekinese, Tiny; Step son, Gregory S. Gusler; two grandchildren Eric and Megan; daughter-in-law, Barbara Gusler.

Irene was born in Lockport, New York, June 18, 1917 to the late Irene Louise Reynolds and James Reynolds. She lived in Key West, Fl. where she met her husband Luther. They owned and operated the Brown Derby restaurant and bar during the 60’s. She spent several decades living in Ft. Lauderdale, Fl., as a homemaker. She took pride in her skills as a seamstress.  Among her many interests, she enjoyed, knitting, crocheting and had a passion for shopping. We will remember her matching suits, hats and shoes. She spent her final days in North Carolina happily enjoying her husband and family. Sharing stories of the past and playing cards, surrounded by three family pets that loved her attention. Expressions of sympathy may be sent to Luther at 156 Edgewater Drive, Grandy, NC 27939.

Memorial contributions may be made to The Alzheimer’s Foundation of America, 322 Eighth Avenue, 7^th Floor, New York, NY 10001. Condolences to the Gusler family can be sent via the on-line register at www.gallopfuneralservices.com   Gallop Funeral Services, Inc. assisted the family.