Gulfport, MS (formerly of Racine) – Gail Lamar Paricka, age 69, passed away at Gulfport Care Center on Tuesday, July 9, 2024, leaving a legacy of love and service.

Gail was born in Racine, WI on January 11, 1955. She graduated from Case High School and earned her bachelor's degree in nursing from the University of Wisconsin – Milwaukee. Gail served our community as a registered nurse for over 20 years.

Gail had a radiant smile and infectious laugh. She loved her family and was always there to help anyone in need. On October 23, 1982, she married the love of her life, Paul Paricka who passed away at the young age of 56 in 2007. Gail had unwavering faith; loved studying the Bible, planting flowers, especially roses, and spending time with her family. She loved jewelry with diamonds and other precious gemstones.

Special recognition and heartfelt gratitude go to Gail's devoted niece, Alaina Pahlavan, who provided dedicated and compassionate hands-on care for Gail during the last four years of her life. Your unwavering support & kindness brought comfort and dignity to Gail. Your efforts will always be cherished by her family & friends.

Surviving are her mother, Nora (nee: Torosian, Lamar) Soens; children, Paul Andrew Paricka and Gabrielle Alise Paricka; brothers and sisters, Bruce (Sherryl Koep) Lamar, Lisa (Jim) Spodick, Jill (Rob) Moebius, Craig Lamar and Bobbie Jean Lamar (Kamran Pahlavan); & nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. In addition to her husband, Gail was preceded in death by her father, Melvin Lamar; step-father, Ron Soens; sister, Jamie Stuart, brother, Melvin Lamar, Jr.; and niece, Lauren Spodick.

Funeral services will be held in Draeger-Langendorf Funeral Home on Thursday, July 18, 2024 at 9:00 am. Interment will follow in Graceland Cemetery. Visitation will be in the funeral home on Thursday from 8-9 am.

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