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Wilma Gabriel Obituary

Wilma Gabriel

MILLERSPORT: Wilma Gabriel, age 85, of Millersport, passed away Monday, March 7th, 2011 at the Pickering House.

She was a member of the Millersport United Methodist Church, the Methodist Women's Group, Twig # 13, American Legion Auxillary,and was a member of the Millersport Lions Club.

She is survived by her children, Randy (Betty) Gabriel of Hilliard, Melanie (Mike) Bordner of Commack, NY, and Walter (Terri) Gabriel of Baltimore; eight grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; sister, Martha E. Marquis of Athens; and one nephew, William Goodin of Myrtle Beach, SC.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Walter C. Gabriel; parents, William and Laura Richey; and brother, Alan Richey.

Services will take place at the Millersport United Methodist Church on Friday at 10:30 a.m. officiated by Pastor Brian Vinson. Burial will follow the service at the Millersport Cemetery. Family and friends may call from 5 p.m. until 8 p.m. on Thursday evening at the JOHNSON-SMITH FUNERAL HOME in Baltimore. Memorials can be made to the Millersport Fire Department P.O. Box 404 Millersport, OH 43046 or the Pickering House 282 Sells Rd., Lancaster, OH 43130.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Lancaster Eagle-Gazette on Mar. 9, 2011.

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March 11, 2011

Wilma was a good neighbor and friend for many years. My memories of her are fond ones. My sympathy to Wally and the entire family.
Maureen Skidmore

Rose Ann Coffman Bash

March 10, 2011

Aunt Wilma - I have many fond memories from childhood of visiting you at the lake, picnics, swimming, and fireworks. I used to stop & visit with you while you worked at the school in the summer and my hubby was fishing at the lake. We have had many wonderful phone conversations. I remember taking you home with me the night before Uncle Bubbie passed when I lived in Lancaster. You never forgot my birthday either. You will be missed. My prayers are with Randy, Melanie & Wally and their families as they say goodbye to a wonderful mom. Love, Rose Ann

Missy and Jay Pickering

March 9, 2011

Melanie and Mike,
Our deepest sympathies to you and your family. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Steve & Karen Cox

March 9, 2011

Randy & Betty,

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.

Very sorry for your loss..

MJ & Dave Hensley

March 9, 2011

Randy, Betty and your family, please accept our deepest sympathies.

connie godwin

March 9, 2011

My sincere sympathy is extended to Randy and Betty Gabriel and their family.

Connie Godwin

March 9, 2011

Many of our members here at Millersport United Methodist Church have expressed to me what a wonderful person Wilma was and that her life brought much joy to others. She will be sadly missed.

Becky Shafer, Secretary MUMC

Patti (Beavers) Mumford

March 9, 2011

I have very fond memories of Mrs. Gabriel as I was growing up. She always had a smile on her face and a kind word to say to everyone. I always bought my prize chances from her at the Sweet Corn Festival just so I could talk to her. Heaven is getting a true angel. My heart goes out to you at this time and in the days ahead. With deepest sympathy.

Patti (Beavers) Mumford

March 9, 2011

To the Gabriel Family:
I have very fond memories of Mrs. Gabriel as I was growing up. She always had a smile on her face and a kind word to everyone. I would always buy prize tickets from her at the Sweet Corn Festival so I could talk and laugh with her. Heaven is getting a true angel.
With deepest sympathy. My heart goes out to you at this time and in the days ahead.

Susie Bloom

March 9, 2011

Mike and Melanie~
My deepest sympathies to you and the rest of your family on the passing of your mother. Hold the wonderful memories in your heart and allow them to comfort you. Keeping you in my prayers.

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