Joanne Gabel

I knew her when I was calling to remind her of YLGI meetings and she told me some interesting parish gossip. May she rest in peace.

Joanne Gabel was a super nice person and the best piano teacher. I learned a lot and appreciated her patience and support. My condolences to her family. She will be missed.

Joanne, I remember your kindness and support, in our musical collaborations and in life. Hope you´re playing all your favorites in the beyond! RIP to you and condolences to Andrew.

She will forever be part of my adolescence and teen year memories as my piano teacher and mentor. As an adult, she accompanied my singing at a few funerals in Pinole. She was an accomplished musician, a pleasant and joyful woman, and a wonderful role model. She was a gift to St Joseph's and the surrounding communities. Women of her caliber are far and few between. She will be sorely missed. May she rest peacefully. Condolences to her children.

This photo captures exactly the Joanne I knew...outward-looking, enthusiastic, curious, an adventurer of life. She taught piano to generations of Pinoleans, giving the gift of music to these hills.