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JAMES GAMBLE Obituary

GAMBLE James A. Gamble, born December 30, 1951 in Athens, Georgia, went to be with our Lord on Wednesday, August 15, 2012. He moved to El Paso when he was six years old. Jim attended Bliss Elementary, Ross Middle School, graduated from Burges High School, and then enlisted in the United States Air Force. In 1983, James began his career in weather broadcasting after working for El Paso Natural Gas for ten years. He pursued other interests after leaving television in 2003. Most recently he was a contract weather observer for the FAA. He is survived by his wife, Jan; their son, Chris and wife Angela and their four children; his son, Steve and wife Lisa and their two children. He is also survived by his mother, Molly. The Gamble family will receive friends and relatives on Sunday, August 19, 2012 from 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm at Funeraria Del Angel Martin East. Funeral Service will be held on Monday, August 20, 2012 at 9:00 am at Christ our Redeemer Lutheran Church, 2500 George Dieter Drive. Interment will immediately follow at Fort Bliss National Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Multi-Language Publications, 2500 George Dieter Drive, El Paso, Texas 79936. This ministry publishes the gospel in 45 languages around the world. Service arrangements entrusted to the care of FUNERARIA DEL ANGEL MARTIN EAST 1460 GEORGE DIETER DRIVE EL PASO, TEXAS 79936. 915-855-8881. www.martinfuneralhomeeast.com

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Published by El Paso Times from Aug. 18 to Aug. 25, 2012.

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Jeremy gamble

October 27, 2022

Uncle Jim we only got the chance too meet a couple times but my father talked about you all the time miss ands love you uncle

Denise Brown Wong

March 7, 2013

I am sorry to hear of Mr. Gamble's passing. Prayers go out to Jan, Chris, and Steve.

Salvador Caballero

August 26, 2012

With deep sympathy. It was priviledge to know Jim.

Allison Groenwoldt

August 23, 2012

Jim is now in the Hands of Our Lord, Blessed be!!

M Hughes

August 22, 2012

Thanks Jim for those words of encouragement December 31, 1999.

Heather D. Lopez

August 20, 2012

I am sorry to hear of your father's passing. I remember him as a smart and dynamic man. To this day, I think of him grinning excitedly over his Bose speakers when I hear Manheim Steamroller play. My family is praying for yours- our sincerest condolences.

Michael Jon Aguirre

August 20, 2012

Today James Gamble was laid to rest. On a quiet, warm, and almost motionless morning, I paid my last respects to a great man-a great teacher of life. A humble man with an amazing heart. Thank you Jim for the many laughs, your lil anecdotes, our sojourns to the laplands of new dark in search of that perfect celestial event. Thank you for instilling that unceasing and unwavering passion for weather. I will always remember how we would get giddy when severe weather was imminent. Thank you for allowing me to meet your wonderful wife, Jan, and your kids Steve and Chris. They are the truest extensions of your love. Thank you for everything. You have forever impacted my life. Now, as I shed my last tears and long in thought, I will take comfort knowing these three words in your last moments here on earth that...
...IT IS OK...
see you soon bud.
Michael Jon Aguirre

August 20, 2012

Sincere condolences are extended to Jan and family on behalf of El Paso Natural Gas Company Retiree's Association. Although Jim didn't work for EPNG long, he was still part of our family.

El Paso Sunset photos taken by Jim on 05/30/2012 - #6

Shani Dexter

August 20, 2012

El Paso Sunset photos taken by Jim on 05/30/2012 - #5

Shani Dexter

August 20, 2012

El Paso Sunset photos taken by Jim on 05/30/2012 - #4

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August 20, 2012

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Shani Dexter

August 20, 2012

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Shani Dexter

August 20, 2012

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Shani Dexter

August 20, 2012

August 19, 2012

God bless you old friend. I remember the days you began forcasting the weather even before you began working at your profession. You won't be forgotten. Bob Sarate

Frank Gonzales

August 19, 2012

Jim, there are no words to describe just how much you touched everyone you came in contact with. You will be missed my friend, now you can reach the stars. Heaven just got a great weatherman. You and Brandon will talk astronomy for eternity. RIP Jim.

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