Gayle A. (Buchanan) of West Roxbury passed away peacefully on October 6, 2026, surrounded by her loving family.

Beloved wife of James P. Roddy of West Roxbury and loving mother of Elizabeth Gray of Dedham, Owen P. Roddy and his wife, Ana, of London, UK, and Anne Roddy of West Roxbury. Gayle was the daughter of the late Charles and Phyllis (Lake) Buchanan and the dear sister of Charles and Ellen Buchanan of Milton, Paula and Kenneth Venti of Needham, and Karen and Kevin McGill of Hingham. Gayle was the devoted grandmother of Roddy and Kenneth Gray.

She also leaves behind many beloved aunts, cousins, brothers and sisters-in-law, nieces and nephews, as well as grandnieces and grandnephews.

Gayle grew up in Roslindale, attended Sacred Heart School, Notre Dame Academy of Jamaica Plain/ Hingham, and Boston State College. Her love of travel led her to an early career in the airline industry. After receiving a master’s degree at Lesley University, she became a dedicated teacher in the Boston Public Schools, a career she enjoyed for 20 years before retiring. A devout Catholic, her faith was an important part of her life and a source of strength throughout the years. She cherished her summers in Manomet and, most of all, the time she spent surrounded by family and loved ones.

Gayle will be deeply missed and lovingly remembered by all who knew her.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend. Visitation services provided by the Robert J. Lawler and Crosby Funeral Home, 1803 Centre St., West Roxbury. A Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated in the Holy Name Church, 1689 Centre St., West Roxbury. Interment Mt. Benedict Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, please donate to the Holy Name Parish Fund or Holy Name Vincent De Paul Society.