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Henry Gaab Obituary
He was born in Queens, New York on August 1, 1929 to the late Henry J. and Mary Ellen "Mollie" (Quinlan) Gaab.
He attended Lansdowne-Aldan High School until he joined the United States Marine Corps in t 947-1952. In 1963 he joined the Lansdowne Police Department and served as the Chief of Police from 1969 to 1983. From 1983-88, he served as the Executive Director of the PA Chiefs of Police Assoc. He was a 1979 graduate of the Villanova University.
He is preceded in death by his wife of 49 years, Marion (Ehrgott) Gaab. Together they were blessed with 5 children, 17 grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren.
Mr. Gaab lived most of his life in Lansdowne before moving to Harrisburg, Delaware, and finally Sequim, Washington. Harry spent the last 12 years of his life living in Sequim, WA with his loving and devoted companion, Maria C. Piazza.
He is survived by his daughters Mari Mulshenock, Patricia Gaab, Lorraine Sostre, Judith Gaab and his son Harry Gaab III. His sincere kindness and immense strength of character will continue to inspire all who knew him.
Services: A Public Viewing will be at 9a.m., Saturday, 5-10-14, followed by Funeral Mass at l0a.m. at St. Philomena Church with interment at Ss. Peter and St. Paul Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers: donations to Boy Scout Troop #304, 619 Rodman Avenue, Jenkintown, PA 19046 in Harry's name would be appreciated.
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James Heavey
June 7, 2018
I was very sad to learn of your loss but glad that I had the opportunity to know Chief Gaab, Mr. Gaab was a scoutmaster and was a great influence in my life.
Frank Lavery
July 16, 2014
I knew and worked with Harry when he was head of the Chiefs of Police Association in Harrisburg.
He was such a fine gentleman and good friend. My wife and I were truly saddened to hear of Harry's passing. He was really one of the good guys that you meet in your life. Wish there were more like him. RIP.
Chris Burke
May 20, 2014
I was just thinking of your father when I heard of his passing. He was not only my first basketball coach (and I had many more in my career) but a great man and I have many fond memories of him while growing up in Lansdowne. He always had a heartly hello and pat on the back when I would see him and I'll never forget that in later years when my basketball career advanced and there would be an article in the paper, he would send me a copy and a nice note about how proud he was and that he was my first coach. May you rest in peace Chief and Coach Gabb. You touched many lives for the better. God bless the Gabb family
May 15, 2014
Draw close to Almighty God in prayer and he will draw close to you.
James 4:8
Sincerely,
George Hilbish
May 10, 2014
The Marines and Corpsmen of the Pierce County Detachment #504 Marine Corps League, Share in Your Loss. Rest in Peace Marine, Semper Fi!
May 9, 2014
Condolences to the family
from the Sostre family in Florida
May 9, 2014
I remember Chief Gabb when we lived in Gladstone Manor area. As a young boy growing up I always remember him being nice an polite . I attended St Philomena's an was always selling something door to door as we use to in the olden days an Mr. Gabb would always buy whatever I was selling .As a young boy I also remember him always stopping to say hello and make sure us boys were OK. I can truelly say that Chief Gabb was a small part of my life growing up .. Thank you Chief. Richard Harlan NY and Florida
May 9, 2014
Mari, Lori, Patti, Judi and Harry - So sorry to hear of your dad's passing. I have many fond memories of spending time with your parents and your family. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this time. Love, Arlene Ziviello & family.
Sybil Warrington
May 9, 2014
May God comfort you and memories give you strenght. So sorry for your loss.
Pat Thompson Costa
May 9, 2014
Mari & family -
With deepest sympathies to all. Growing up in Lansdowne was with a comforting safety net ... knowing your dad was Police Chief. I can remember seeing him at my safety post or at the bank on occasion. The good old days and happy memories. Take care.
May 9, 2014
My condolences. May the 'hearer of prayer' comfort you in the days ahead.
Psalms 65:2
Vicki & Russ Carlson
May 8, 2014
Mari, Lori, Patti, Judi and Harry; we are so sorry to hear about your dad's passing. Your dad was such a great guy and was a great friend to our family. Know that you are all in our prayers.
May 8, 2014
Harry Gaab was well liked & many of us in Lansdowne remember him well. Rest in Peace Chief Gaab!
Dave, Janet & Ray Sawyer(Dad)
All retired in Baguio City, Philippines
Krissy Fisher
May 8, 2014
Rest in peace Mr. Gaab. The entire Gaab family was a part of so many childhood memories. Thoughts and prayers to you all.
Vincent Gaitley
May 8, 2014
God bless Harry Gaab, he served Lansdowne well. He was much loved and admired by my family--we shall miss him. To his children, Mari, Patti, Lorraine, Judy, and Harry, please accept our deepest sympathies on the loss of your beloved father. With love from the Gaitley family
Michele Kassahn
May 8, 2014
Rest in Peace Chief Gabb. You always made me feel safe in our town of Lansdowne., I remember my dad was very appreciative of how you opened your home to me when I had those late night train trips from Center City to Gladstone. My heartfelt condolences to Mari, Pat,Judith Harry and all the family. Salute!
Holly Ailes
May 7, 2014
R.I.P. Chief. Lansdowne was a safer place under your watch. My sincerest sympathies to his children and grandchildren and a heartfelt thank you for sharing him with the citizens of my hometown.
Holly Ailes
Kurt Ehrgott
May 7, 2014
Uncle Harry was someone I ALWAYS looked forward to and loved seeing. His even temper always stood out, and he was someone you could always count on. I am fortunate to have had him as an uncle. My heartfelt condolences to his family and loved ones.
Denise Lynch Murter
May 7, 2014
To the Gaab Family, i am deeply sorry of the loss of your Father .He was a wonderful man to all that knew him. And a wonderful police officer, neighbor, friend, i have nothing but fond memories of him. Love Denise Lynch Murter
May 7, 2014
Sorry Mari and to all your family , sending hugs Annie & tony
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