Robert A. Gabriel

I have such an amazing relationship with Mr. Gabriel and think of him often since my son is named after him. What an amazing contribution he made to the world, his students and their families.

Just wanted to let you know your namesake is a grown up married man with kids of his own now. Thank you so much for the support and guidance you have me as a young person. Your memory will live on.

Mr. Gabriel was one of my first teachers when I moved to Tucson and he was so nice and understanding during my transition ... So sorry for your loss.

I would like to honor this amazing teacher and man by starting a scholarship to the music department at the U of A in Mr G's name. Anyone who would like to add to the funding for such, please contact me. I will have all the research and contacts so that once we have a group who can cover the cost of attendance, we will be able to establish a fund. Contact me at [email protected].

Mr. Gabriel was such an important person in my life, at a time when I needed to know that someone cared. He helped me through those very difficult Jr High years and made me realize I had something to offer the world. As a Music Maker in 82-84, he helped me overcome shyness develop self esteem. I will never forget his gentle nature and his absolute belief in the young people he worked with. I now run a Sr. High Youth group and it is my hope that I can emulate him in this work.
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I am so sorry to hear about your loss. Mr. Gabriel made an everlasting impression on my life and I would have loved to have the chance to thank him for that. I was in The Pioneers in 85-86 and couldn't wait everyday for class to begin! My prayers will be with his family who he loved so much!

What a wonderful, life-altering experience I had in Pioneers '84-'85! I am so grateful for Mr. Gabriel and his commitment and talent. Over the years I have realized that it takes such a special person to teach middle schoolers and really touch them the way he did. I can't imagine how many lives he changed just through giving a bunch of awkward 8th graders some confidence and something to believe in...I still believe in music! Thanks to his Family for sharing him with all of us. Like others...

I remember Mr. G well from Jr. High at Magee, even though I was in the band, not the choir. His love for music and the students flowed through the whole music department. My thoughts and prayers are with you.