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James Gabriel Obituary

James A. Gabriel, Sr., 71, the husband of Christine M. (Wesnak) Gabriel passed peacefully Monday, September 14, 2020. Born in Hartford, he was the son of the late Vincent and Ruth (Mochon) Gabriel and had lived in Manchester for many years. Jim was an avid sports fan, particularly passionate for the Boston Red Sox. In his spare time, he also enjoyed making puzzles and playing golf and cards through the Manchester Senior Center. Most of all he loved spending time with his family, especially being "Papa" to his grandchildren. In addition to his wife, he is survived by his children James Gabriel, Jr. and his wife Deborah of Vernon, Tammy Chevrier and Scott Loos of Suffield, Todd Gabriel of East Hampton, Scott Gabriel of Manchester, and Ashley Hatch and her husband Josh of Avon; his grandchildren Chloe and Mackenzie Chevrier, Viviana Gabriel, and Greyson James and Peyton Hatch; his sisters, Wendy Gabriel of Glastonbury and Nelia Gibson of Florida; and numerous cousins, nieces and nephews. He is predeceased by his two brothers, Richard and Vincent. Family and friends may call at the John F. Tierney Funeral Home, 219 West Center St. Manchester on Friday, September 18th from 9:30-10:30, with a Mass of Christian Burial celebrated at 11:00 a.m. at St. James Church 896 Main St. Manchester followed by committal in Mount St. Benedict Cemetery, Bloomfield. For online condolences please visit www.tierneyfuneralhome.com.

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Published by Hartford Courant on Sep. 16, 2020.

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Tina Rogers

September 16, 2020

Uncle Jimmy you have always been a great Uncle and always had an answer for me. Love you and you are at peace now with the ones who left before you. Love you Tina

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J o a n n. B o y k o Hallesky

September 16, 2020

Jimmy I have known you since you were a teenager so deeply in love with your soulmate Christine .
You weren't a man of many words but the words "it's g o n n a be okay"we must all remember and believe because when we believe in God we believe exactly you're q u o t e
You will be greatly missed by all that knew you and loved you
My condolences go out to your beautiful wife Christine your beautiful children and their spouses and your grandchildren
With love and prayers your cousin
J o a n n

Eleanor

September 16, 2020

Chris and Family we are so very sorry to hear about Jim. He was like a little brother to me. God Bless all of you and prayers sent your way in this difficult times. Love Sincerely, Ellie and Joel Daigle

Patti Levy

September 16, 2020

We are so sorry for your loss. We had such good times playing setback with Jim at the senior center. Laughing so hard we had tears running down our faces. R.I.P. Jim. You will be missed

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Johnnie Gibson

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Nelia Tannahill-Gibson

September 16, 2020

Jim my brother Rest In Peace.Death is a gateway we all must pass thru.To reach that fair land where the soul’s born anew.A place where we’ll find no suffering or tears.This is the place God has prepared.With all of our loved ones who patiently wait on death’s other side to open the gate.I know Mom and dad and Richard and Vinny were there to open the gate! See you in heaven.

Sarah Wadle

September 16, 2020

Sending our love and condolences to the entire Gabriel and Wesnak family. We were so saddened to hear about the loss of Jim. The sentiment written below on this guest book speaks volumes to the type of man he was, and to think this was written by someone he never met. May you find comfort in many wonderful memories. Love- Sarah, Jim, Chelsea and John Wadle

Nelia Tannahill-Gibson

September 16, 2020

In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.

Michael M Darby

September 16, 2020

Last week I noticed my morning paper was a little late. This was very unusual because for many years my paper was NEVER late. Not in the winter when it snowed, not when it rained, not during the pandemic, never. My paper carrier was a man named James Gabriel. I never met him, because he came to my house at 4:00 am, but over the years he was someone I came to respect and count on . He always did his job; a job that was not high profile or glamorous, but as an early riser I appreciated his efforts. I was hoping he was on vacation but today I opened the paper and saw his name in the obituary. I finally learned what it took to stop James from doing his job. I feel like I lost a friend, which is odd because we never met.

Wendy Gabriel

September 16, 2020

I will forever love and miss you Jimmy. Yet one day we will see each other as we never have before - in glory! You were quiet and reserved a stronghold for any one of your friends or family members, we knew we could count on you to be there always. Your love showed through your quiet reserve and spoke, “It’s gonna be ok!”, even though you may have trembled yourself. I love you and will see you over on the other shore.

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