Anita Gayle Currier, known affectionately as "Zia," passed away on May 9, 2026 at the age of 81.

Gayle was born on March 29, 1945 in Amite, La to the late Joseph "JoJo" and Vera Warren Currier. She is survived by a loving sister, Jessie Lynn "Cookie" Coxwell of Amite, La and brother, Camile Warren Currier of Monroe, La.

She is also survived by two nieces, Jennifer Currier Boyle (Jason) of Bryan, TX, and Lynne Marie Coxwell of Baton Rouge, La; and step-niece, Cynthia Coxwell Konzelman of Amite; and step-nephew, Charles Coxwell (Paula) of Mobile, AL.

Gayle was the beloved great aunt of Ella and Claire Boyle of Bryan, TX, and great step-nephew and niece, Tyler and Destiny Coxwell of Mobile, AL. She was also "Zia" to surrogate niece, Antje Gothberg.

Gayle is also survived by long time family friend, Robin Holstead Currier, and many more Currier and Warren family members.

Preceded in death by her parents, Joseph "JoJo" and Vera Warren Currier; her brother-in-law, Sidney E. Coxwell; her step-nephews, Chris and Corky Coxwell; and her grandparents, Josephine Magliola and Carmelo Currier and Mary and Angus Warren.

Gayle was a teacher's aide in the Tangipahoa School System for many years working in both the Italian program and Pre-K program.

Gayle was a wonderful artist and a gifted pianist that she learned to play by ear.

Anita Gayle was a devoted daughter, sister, aunt and friend to all who was blessed to know her.

Gayle was a die-hard Amite Warrior fan. She was an AHS cheerleader and also played a number of sports in high school.

Visitation will be held at McKneely Funeral Home, Amite, from 9:00AM until memorial services at 11:00AM on Thursday, May 21, 2026. Services conducted by Deacon Eddie Renz.