MILWAUKEE, Wisconsin
Gabler, Norman J. "The best unknown baritone sax player" Passed away peacefully Tuesday, April 12, 2011. At the age of 82. Beloved husband of Lois (nee Tradel) married 58 years. Dear father of Tom (Carol) Gabler and Suzanne Davidson-Gabler. Grandfather to Craig Gabler, DeAndre Davidson and Jami...
Read MoreAs a fellow member of the Hartland Community Band, Norm's funny stories and jokes kept me laughing when we carpooled to concerts. He was quite the character! We "shared" perennials and I was lucky enough to get a tour of his beautiful gardens and meet his little poochie...My heartfelt condolences to his family. He will be missed. Kathy Burgess aka "The Flower Lady" according to Norm.
Kathy Burgess
April 15, 2011 | Oconomowoc, WI
"I have played in the Hartland Community Band almost from its start, and although I didn't know Norm other than at band, he was always friendly and when we greeted each other, he called me by name. I know that he was a great sax player, and he will be deeply missed. Paul Breest"
Paul Breest
April 14, 2011 | Stone Bank, WI
Norm was a wonderful gentleman and musician. As director of the Community Band, I became good friends with Norm and will miss him and his great sense of humor. My sympathy to his family.
Jack Schulze
April 14, 2011
