Gale Christine Zaidan's Obituary
Gale Christine Zaidan, age 58, of Harsens Island, MI passed away March 2, 2026 in the Henry Ford Macomb Hospital. She was born February 1, 1968 in Colorado Springs, Colorado. She married Hamod Ali Zaidan on August 9, 1988 in Detroit, Michigan.
Gale grew up on Harsens Island with a passion for adventure and a deep love for her family, especially her three children. Gale was known for her infectious giggle that often followed one of her beloved corny jokes. One of her favorite ways to spread her love was through food. She began to pursue being a chef at a young age and lived her life serving people with kindness and delicious food in one of the multiple restaurants she owned with Hamod, her catering business, and just because. She will be remembered for many things, particularly her happiness, generosity, and heart warming food. Her home was always open and her kitchen was never empty.
Gale is survived by her husband Hamod, children Amanda (Cody) Hug, Sammier (Taylor) Zaidan, and Andria (Connor) Janski; mother Adele (Dale) Raska; grandchildren Sonny and Sawyer Hug, and Lila Zaidan; sister Terri (Michael) Malane; niece Alicia (David) Abdilla; great nephew and niece Cole and Claire Abdilla. She was preceded in death by her father Leo Arsenault.
Gale will be instate from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM, with mass at 11:00 AM, Friday March 6, 2026 in Our Lady on the River Parish St. Catherines Catholic Church, Algonac.
Arrangements by the Young Gilbert Funeral Home and Cremation Services.
In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made to the Family Wishes.
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