She was born on December 2, 1943 in Washington, D.C. to the late William Kenneth Trunnell, Sr. and Dorothy Grace Gawler-Trunnell. She was united in marriage to Hans Peter Stein in Poway, CA. Gail had a passion for cooking and animals. She was a contributor of the San Diego Zoo and the San Diego Safari Park.
Gail had a love for gardening which gave her the name "The Rose Lady" for her rose gardens that were known by all in the community.
Gail was very active in local politics and held many positions on different committees in the City of Poway.
She was preceded in death by her parents, William Trunnell, Sr. and Dorothy Gawler-Trunnell; and one sister, Barbara Trunell-Newman.
Gail is survived by her beloved husband, Peter Stein; one brother, William "Skip" Trunnell, Jr.; one nephew, Richard Trunnell; and three nieces, Lisa Gabriel, Trina Jashinsky, and Lori Holmes.
A celebration of life will be held at her home on October 31, 2020 at 3 p.m.
In lieu of flowers, please donate to the ASPCA at aspca.org/donate