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Eleanor Gamble Obituary
She was a retired librarian at T.K. Stone School, a graduate from Western Kentucky University and a member of DAR. She was a loving wife, mother and grandmother.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Delmar Townsend and Nannie Winstead.
She is survived by her husband of 62 years, Gerald "Jerry" Gamble of Union; one son, Kelley (Teena) Gamble of Sparta; one daughter, Leanne Gamble Mays of Florence; one sister, Martha Wooton of Nebo; and five grandchildren, Collin (Lindsay), Madison, Molly, Drew and Emily.
The funeral is at 6 p.m. Tuesday, July 27, at Brown Funeral Home in Elizabethtown with the Rev. J.D. Shipp officiating.
Visitation starts at 2 p.m. Tuesday and continues until the service.
Expressions of sympathy may take the form of donations to Alzheimer's Association.
Condolences may be expressed at brownfuneral.com.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Eleanor Gamble
Betty Jones
July 19, 2025
A very special lady and friend. I have many memories of Eleanor, probably most memorable was our trip to Yellowstone National Park where we all went snowmobiling! A great trip and so much fun!
Mark and Dori Mitchell
August 3, 2021
Jerry and family, so sorry for your loss. You are in our prayers. The Mitchell's
Ken Kruschwitz
July 31, 2021
May God give you peace and comfort.
Eleanor(C.A.) Brown
July 30, 2021
So saddened to hear of Eleanor's passing. I have fond memories of our Rook gatherings. When I think of Eleanor, it's always her sweet smile and kind spirit that come to mind. God bless you, each one.
Buddy & Vicki Connelly
July 26, 2021
So sorry to hear of your loss...our prayers are with the family!
Mark & Nita Wigginton
July 26, 2021
Did not know Mrs. Gamble, but Mr. Gamble was one of our very favorites. Our prayers are with you.
Duke Downs
July 26, 2021
My sydmpathy to the family during these days ahead. May you feel God's loving care surround you and uplift your family.
Betty Jones
July 25, 2021
Jerry and children, I rejoice with you of Eleanor´s new address-Heaven. I´m so sorry you have lost her, however her suffering was too long and painful for all of you. I won´t be able to make her service since I´m still with my sister doing therapy. I´m so sorry I can´t be with you all but p.ease know I´m praying for you during this very difficult and sad time. Love you all, Betty Jomes
Carolyn Pile Gifford
July 25, 2021
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Memorial Events
for Eleanor Gamble
Jul
27
Visitation
2:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Brown Funeral Home - Elizabethtown306 College Street, Elizabethtown, KY 42701
Jul
27
Funeral service
6:00 p.m.
Brown Funeral Home - Elizabethtown306 College Street, Elizabethtown, KY 42701
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