Ethel Elizabeth (Kressley) Gauger, 87, of Wolcott died at 5:00 am, Wednesday, January 23, 2008, at Monticello Assisted Living & Healthcare. She was born December 27, 1920, in Rossville to the late Clyde & Goldie (Kurtz) Kressley. She graduated from Rossville High School in 1939 and attended Lafayette Business College. On June 16, 1946, she married Marvin Gauger in Lafayette, and he preceded her in death on April 19, 1994. She was assistant to the President of General Telephone for 30 years and helped her brother in his business, Opperman-Beauchamp Accounting. She was a member of the Wolcott Baptist Church, serving as moderator, treasurer, and Sunday School Teacher. She served two terms on the Wolcott Town Board, and was President of the Board for two years. She was a charter member of the Anson Wolcott Historical Society and also belonged to the Wolcott Bicycle Club. She was queen of the 1986 Wolcott Sesquicentennial. Surviving are a son, Steve Gauger (Susan) of Wolcott; a daughter, Sandra Lehman (Roger) of Glouster, Ohio; a sister, Mary Wastl and a brother, Everett Kressley both of Lafayette. Also surviving are grandchildren: Steve Gauger, Jr. of Remington, Chris Cook (Laura) of Churubusco, Jennifer Gauger Pluimer (Dave) of Indianapolis, Dawn Cook of Ft. Wayne, Chris Dexter of Wolcott, Casey Dexter (Casey) of Lafayette, and three great granddaughters, Madison, Ashlyn, and Macy Cook. Ethel or "Dutch" loved the Lord and touched many hearts with her wonderful smile. She loved being with her grandchildren and attending family dinners. Friends may call from 4-8 pm Friday, January 25, 2008 at Foster-Clapper Funeral Home, Wolcott and also from 9 am until the time of service at 10 am, Saturday, January 26, 2008 at Wolcott Baptist Church. Pastor Mike Irvin to officiate. Interment to follow at Wolcott Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the Wolcott Baptist Church or Tri-County Educational Foundation.