Winifred Gretchen Apostoli, age 75, of Douglasville, Georgia, passed away Monday, February 12, 2018. She was born in Sioux Falls, South Dakota on July 12, 1942, the daughter of the late Kenneth Gibson and the late Winifred Reynolds Gibson. She graduated from the University of South Dakota. She worked in the accounting and financial field for the majority of her life. She served as an Administrative Secretary for Sacred Heart of New Orleans, a private school for girls, for more than ten years. She also served as an Administrative Secretary for the Douglasville / Douglas County Cultural Arts Council for many years. She was also a volunteer for the Special Olympics. Gretchen was Episcopalian by faith. In addition to her parents, she was also preceded in death by her sister, Kenwyn Rubino. Gretchen is survived by her husband of forty-four years: Emidio A. "Mike" Apostoli; brother-in-law: Michael Apostoli and his wife, Beth; two nieces and six nephews. Per her wishes, she was cremated and a Memorial Service will be held at Hightower's Memorial Chapel on Saturday, February 24, 2018 at 3:00 P.M. with Father Brandon Duke officiating. Ms Donna Lancaster Reed will deliver the Eulogy and people who attend will have an opportunity to express their thoughts and love for Gretchen. Gretchen cared for and loved animals, and the family feels it would be appropriate that, in lieu of flowers, contributions be made to the Douglas County Animal Shelter, 2171 Mack Road in Deer Lick Park, Douglasville, Georgia 30135. You may share your thoughts and condolences online at www.hightowersmemorial.com. Hightower's Memorial Chapel of Douglasville, Georgia has charge of arrangements. 770-489-2818