Photo courtesy of Mauger Givnish Funeral Home - Malvern
Malvern, Pennsylvania
Jun 29, 1949 – Aug 7, 2025 (Age 76)
In Loving Memory of Ghebre Selassie Mehreteab
June 29, 1949 - August 7, 2025
Ghebre Selassie Mehreteab, a visionary leader in affordable housing, a devoted advocate for community development, and a proud son of Eritrea, passed away on August 7, 2025, at the age of 76. His...
Read MoreSo sorry to learn of such a devasting loss. Gabe was a mentor, friend and beloved colleague. He was able to bring so many people together around an initiative or project, and he did so with such joy, humor, and intellect. A rare combination of wit and insight. All who worked with him, for him or alongside him, were the real beneficiaries of his many gifts. Rest in peace friend.
Brian J McGinley
September 08, 2025 | Work
A trusted friend, honest advisor, and tireless advocate for Eritrea through its long struggle for independence
Edmund Resor
September 03, 2025 | Wilson, WY | Friend
May God rest his soul in peace and heavenly and may God comfort all of his family and friends he will be missed by all of us our deepest condolences to you and your family
EDEN Tesfazghi
August 31, 2025 | Friend
Dear Family & Friends; Was Gabe a Friend or a Co-worker? What a choice! I knew Gabe in his early days in America. I was working as the Delaware County (PA) Director of a United Way agency and needed to hire a self-starter type person to operate an office in Chester, PA. My memory has it that my colleague, Ken Hatcher, urged me to hire Gabe....Ken and I were both returned Peace Corps Volunteers - Ken (Ethiopia; me Honduras. Ken was instrumental in getting Gabe to America and introducing him...
Jack Riehl
August 23, 2025 | Cape May, NJ | Coworker
Gabe was a joyful presence at meetings of the Sigma Pi Phi Epsilon Boulé. His infectious smile and good natured banter was uplifting. He shall be missed.
Richard Roberts
August 19, 2025 | Washington, DC | Acquaintance
Next door neighbor at Hersheys Mill.
Arlene Seeger
August 16, 2025 | Neighbor
Gabe was a remarkable and generous person, always kind to me in ways I will never forget. His humor could lift even the heaviest heart, and his laughter was truly contagious. I feel blessed to have known him, and my heart aches knowing he is gone. He will be dearly missed, but his kindness, generosity, and joyful spirit will live on in my memories forever. My deepest sympathy to the Mehreteab family during this difficult time.
Regga Tekeste
August 15, 2025 | Sunnyvale, CA | Family
Gabe was a visionary, trailblazer, and charismatic human being. His family was his passion and it extended to many other families as well. Deepest sympathies to all who have been able to be in the presence of his light.
Kristen Klugh Cannella
August 13, 2025 | Malvern, PA | Friend
My husband and I were fortunate to be in Gabe's company on a number of occasions through our grandchildren's association with Claire and Jack. Warm and welcoming; a kind and generous soul. What a role model. The WORLD will miss this unique man. Condolences to the Mehreteab and Redfern families.
WS King
August 13, 2025 | Malvern, PA | Acquaintance