Gail Ziegenhorn Baldwin

Gail Baldwin ObituaryObituary published on Legacy.com by Heber Springs Funeral Home on Mar. 16, 2026.Gail Ziegenhorn Baldwin, age 86, of Little Rock, Arkansas, passed away peacefully on Saturday, March 14, 2026, under the compassionate care of Life Touch Hospice in Little Rock. She was born December 4, 1939, in Earle, Arkansas, to the late Clifton Ziegenhorn and Inez Poole Ziegenhorn.Faith was the quiet foundation of Gail's life. Wherever she lived and wherever she went, she looked for ways to care for others. She had a remarkable gift for noticing when someone needed encouragement, comfort, or simply a listening ear. With humility and genuine empathy, she seemed to know just what to say and how to help. Serving others came naturally to her, and her gentle kindness left a lasting impression on many lives.Gail was also full of life, energy, and a wonderful sense of humor. She could laugh easily-especially at herself-and her lighthearted spirit made others feel comfortable and welcome. She loved being outdoors, whether enjoying water sports or working in the yard. She delighted in putting together jigsaw puzzles, traveling with her husband, and spending time with her beloved grandchildren.She was also known as a wonderful cook. Family and friends especially remember her pecan pies, warm cornbread, and anything made with chocolate-always prepared with love and generously shared. Her kitchen was often a place of laughter, stories, and gathering.Within her family, Gail was the steady center-the one who held everyone together with love, patience, and grace. She helped build and maintain the unity that defined her family, and her steady presence will be deeply missed.Since 2021, Gail made her home at Presbyterian Village in Little Rock. There she quickly formed many new friendships and became known for her warm presence, joyful spirit, and kind nature. She brought encouragement and friendship to those around her and was grateful for the community she found there.She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, William Sidney Baldwin Sr.; her daughter, Beth Baldwin; her parents, Clifton and Inez Ziegenhorn; and her brother, Teddy Ziegenhorn.Gail is survived by her son, Bill Baldwin Jr. (Lisa) of Knoxville, Tennessee; two daughters, Stacey Hammons (Jim) of Little Rock, Arkansas, and Lynda Gail Teague (Chad) of Batesville, Arkansas; her brother, Lee Ziegenhorn (Connie) of Memphis, Tennessee; and seven grandchildren: Josh Hammons (Kat), Sydney Van Lierop (Conor), Kaleigh Young (Josh), Carley Baldwin, Will Baldwin, Abby Teague, and Colt Teague. She also leaves behind many extended family members and dear friends who will miss her deeply.A graveside service will be held at 10:00 AM, Thursday, March 19, 2026, at the Heber Springs Cemetery Pavilion. A memorial service celebrating Gail's life will also be held at 2:00 PM in the Chapel at Presbyterian Village in Little Rock, Arkansas.In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts may be made in Gail's memory to Presbyterian Village, 510 Brookside Dr., Little Rock, AR 72205.Gail will be remembered for her deep faith, her servant heart, her joyful spirit, and the warmth she shared so freely with others. Her life was a quiet but powerful witness to kindness, humility, laughter, and love.May the love she gave so generously continue to live on in all who were blessed to know her.To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of Gail Ziegenhorn Baldwin, please visit our floral store.To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.