Gala Fay Mote, 79, passed away on Thursday, February 27, 2025, at Summit Nursing and Rehab in San Augustine. She was born on March 12, 1945, in Sabine County, to her parents, Rufus and Mattie Bass. Gala worked for many years as a baker at The Feedbox, where she shared her love of cooking and baking with those around her. She found joy in preparing meals and treats for others, a reflection of her caring nature. Outside of the kitchen, she enjoyed fishing and took great pride in tending to 'her flowers,' nurturing them with the same warmth she extended to those in her life.

She is survived by her sons, Carl McDaniel and wife, Mary of San Augustine and Mike McDaniel and wife, Cheri of Wills Point; daughter, Tina Rodriquez and husband, Don of San Augustine; brother, Roland Bass of San Augustine; and her grandchildren, Christopher, Candi, Jacquelyn, Lisa, Tanner, Ryan, Michael and Hunter.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Rufus and Mattie Bass; sisters, Betty Whitehead and Vivian Bass; as well as her great grandchildren, Neveah, Little B. and Braxton.

Her kindness and devotion to others will be fondly remembered by all who knew her. May her memory bring comfort to those she leaves behind.

Services were held on Sunday, March 2, 2025 at Gravel Hill Cemetery in Hemphill, Texas with Bro. Robert Byley officiating. Her family and friends will serve as pallbearers.

Memories and condolences may be shared at starrfuneralhome. com.