Gayla D. (Malone) Osborn resident of Grove, OK, formerly of Seneca, MO, passed away June 4, 2026 at her home in Grove after a courageous battle with cancer.

Gayla Dee Malone was born December 1, 1956 in Joplin, MO, the daughter of Harry and Norma Jean "Muggy" (Brady) Malone. She grew up in Seneca and was a 1975 graduate of Seneca High School. Gayla owned and operated a clean business in the area. She loved driving her golf cart and visiting her friends at the lake. Gayla loved the lake and loved spending all of her spare time there. She love spending time with her family and her dog. Gayla attended Grace Harbor Baptist Church in Grove.

Gayla was preceded in death by her parent Harry and Muggy Malone.

Survivors include her son Drew Osborn, Grove, OK; three brothers, Doug Malone and wife Betty, Narcissa, OK, Feryl Malone and wife Rhonda, Grove, OK, Teryl Malone and wife Derinda, Seneca, MO; one granddaughter, Brooke Osborn; a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, extended family and friends.

The body has been taken for cremation under the personal direction of Campbell-Biddlcome Funeral Home, Seneca, MO.

A Celebration of life memorial service will be held at a later date by the family.