The community of Reform is mourning the heartbreaking loss of 78-year-old Edith M. Gault, who tragically lost her life in a single-vehicle crash Monday afternoon in Pickens County.
According to the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA), the accident occurred around 12:45 p.m. when Gault’s 2001 Chevrolet Silverado veered off Ollie Bonner Road, struck an embankment, and overturned. The crash happened roughly five miles north of Reform. Despite the quick response from emergency personnel, Gault was pronounced dead at the scene.
Those who knew Edith Gault remember her as a kind-hearted and devoted woman — someone who cared deeply for her family, friends, and neighbors. Her passing has left a deep void in the hearts of all who loved her, and the small community of Reform is rallying around her family during this difficult time.
Authorities continue to investigate the cause of the crash. As the community grieves, many have taken to social media to share memories and offer prayers for comfort and peace for the Gault family. Edith’s gentle spirit and warm presence will be remembered and cherished by everyone who had the privilege of knowing her.
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