Norman Henry Gabbard

Norm and Louise Gabbard were pretty significant in my life. They and other members of Bayshore Church of Christ chose my dad as minister in 1985. When we first moved to Houston, Louise would take me and my sisters around everywhere! They were both very kind people and they had such an obvious love and devotion to each other. Because of them, I met some of the dearest friends I’ve ever had. Those were formative years and their son Phil was a role model, mentor and is a lifelong friend. I’m...

We certainly echo the wonderful accounts of Norm's life. He and Louise were hospitable, open and always helpful in our time with them. Their lives were lived well and made to count in every situation. Our love to all of the family.