Dorothy C. Gabriel

Dorothy C. Gabriel

Dorothy Gabriel Obituary

Published by Eagle-Tribune from Feb. 8 to Feb. 10, 2008.

LAWRENCE — Dorothy C. (Maroon) Gabriel died on Wednesday morning, Feb. 6, 2008, with her family by her side.

Born in Lowell, she was the oldest daughter of Fred T. and Alice R. (McAnespie) Maroon. She spent her childhood on Suffolk Street sharing many happy times with her grandparents, parents, siblings, aunts, uncles, and cousins. She attended St. Patrick Grammar School, Keith Hall and studied at the Mater Christi teaching program at Boston College.

Dorothy was a teacher at St. Stanislaus elementary school in Lowell. She was also a licensed hairdresser and spent many happy hours working alongside her father, siblings, aunts, and uncles at the family business, Maroon's Hair Salon. She later worked at The Blair House in Tewksbury as their in-house beautician and barber until her retirement in 1999 where she delighted in not only doting on her residents' outward appearance, but providing caring companionship to them.

Dorothy was a devoted parishioner at Saint Anthony Maronite Church in Lawrence where she worked as parish secretary and spent many wonderful hours there involved in the People's Club, the folk choir and the Ladies Sodality, and as advisor to the Maronite Youth Organization. She was awarded the Massabki Medal recognizing her contributions to the life of the parish. Along with her in-laws, she founded Gabe's 4-D Donuts and Gabe's Family Restaurant at Salisbury Beach and Lawrence.

She is survived by her devoted husband and partner of nearly 39 years, Kenneth. E. Gabriel; her son, Attorney Scot E. Gabriel and his wife Laura; her daughter, Dawn Marie Gabriel; her son, Dr. Kenneth Michael Gabriel and his wife Jamie; and her parents-in-law, Edward A. "Scotty" and May Gabriel with whom she shared her home. She was the beloved Sithee of her grandson, Logan Edward Maroon Gabriel. All are of Salem, N.H. She leaves her sisters, Janice and her husband Joseph Rodgers of Vernon, Conn., Dana and her husband Michael Drees of Springfield, Cynthia M. Maroon of Methuen and Monica Maroon of South Attleboro; her sister-in-law, Mrs. Samuel J. (Donna) Maroon of Windham, N.H. She is also survived by her brothers, F. Thomas and his wife Laurie Maroon of Methuen, David Maroon and his spouse Christopher Guard of Methuen and Daniel Maroon of South Attleboro; and her in-laws, Edward J. and Debra Gabriel of Salem, N.H. She also leaves her aunts and uncles, Rose Nachef of Palm Beach Gardens, Fla., Richard and Louise Maroon, Violette Maroon, and Noha Maroon, all of Methuen and Mary and Joseph El-Kareh of Lowell; as well as many cousins, nieces and nephews.

Dottie enjoyed her days spent at Salisbury Beach delighting in her nieces, nephews and cousins. She was a devoted wife and mother who loved to cook and entertain for her family. Her kind ways and her big heart were open to everyone - family, friends and mere acquaintances. Her table was always overflowing and her house was always filled with many guests. No one in her home was ever a stranger. Her capacity to understand, to counsel and to comfort were unbounded. She will be sorely missed.

ARRANGEMENTS: Friends and family are invited to visit on Sunday from 3 to 6 p.m. and Monday from 5 to 8 p.m. at Farrah Funeral Home, 133 Lawrence St., Lawrence. A funeral Mass will be held on Tuesday at 10:30 a.m. at St. Anthony Maronite Church at 70 Lawrence St., Lawrence. Burial will follow at St. Anthony Cemetery in Methuen. In lieu of flowers, her family asks that donations be made to the Dorothy C. Gabriel Scholarship Fund; c/o 369 Merrimack St., Suite E, Methuen, MA 01844.




This obituary was originally published in the Eagle-Tribune.

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Lou Raya

February 18, 2008

Dear Kenny and Family.

We just found out about the loss of Dottie. I want to tell you how shocked and devastated we are to hear of her passing. It has been many years since we have spoken and the last time we were together was in 1991 at the Mahrajian in Metheun.

We will always remember Dottie as a beautiful and wonderful mother,wife and cousin.

My Mom and sister Patty are planning a mass for Dottie at our Maronite Church here in Utica.

Our prayers and thoughts are with you and your family.

Mary Raya, Lou Raya and Patty Raya Karam.

SANDRA DESROCHERS

February 12, 2008

Scott I am very sorry for your loss,I know how you feel.God gives us memories you will need all of them.I still cry every day and I also try to smile a little.God Bless you and your entire family

Sandra Desrochers{C-21}

Nadine Rodgers

February 11, 2008

Dear Kenny, Scot, Dawn-Marie, Jigger and Maroon Family:

Our heartfelt prayers and sorrow are with you all. We all loved Dottie and she will be sorely missed but know that she will be with you always. May God bless you all.

Mrs. Rodgers, Richard, Tom and Nadine Rodgers (Janice's In-Laws)

Julie Kamal

February 10, 2008

Kenny,

Our thoughts and prayers are with you during your loss.

Julie & Joe Kamal

Susan Martin

February 10, 2008

Dear Kenny, Scot Laura, & Logan Dawn-Marie, Jigger & Jamie, Gabriel & Maroon Family;

You know how much I love Dottie. You all have always been a part of my life, and I love you. I am so honored to have been a friend of Dottie's and of course all of you. I know her loss is tremendous, and there are no words that I can say to comfort, but please know that she will always be with all of you, in your hearts and souls. She is sitting at the right hand of our Father and is finally at peace with no pain.
GOD BLESS, I LOVE YOU, SUE MARTIN

Mary Jo El Kareh Noor

February 10, 2008

Dottie was my first cousin. I knew her as a child growing up in Lowell. My mother Mary Maroon El Kareh is her God Mother and her late mother Alice was my God Mother. Her physical life on earth is over, but her journey has just begun. May her family find peace in the happy and good memories they shared.
your cousin Mary Jo

Ric Schaufenbil

February 10, 2008

Dear Scot and your entire family,

My prayers are with you and your family. I am so sorry for your loss of such a kind woman.

Sincerely
Ric Schaufenbil

Paula ( Padvaiskas ) Curtin

February 10, 2008

Dear Ken and family, Please accept my deepest sympathy on the loss of your beloved Dorothy.

Colm & Ann Foyle

February 10, 2008

Our heartfelt sympathy to all of you. You are in prayers and thoughts.
Peace and blessings be with you all.

Dr. Michael Maroon

February 10, 2008

Words simply can not describe the incredible feeling of loss. Dottie truly enjoyed living her life to the fullest. She always had a kind word and loved being around people. While she will be dearly missed, her spirit lives on in those she came in contact with, especially her family. God Bless you all. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Walter Tara (Taraszkiewicz)

February 10, 2008

My deepest sympathy to the family of Mrs. Gabriel. I attended St, Stanislaus School 1964-1972 and i believe Dorothy (and also Janice) was very instrumental in helping mold me during my early education. I will keep her in my prayers.

Jan Farrington

February 9, 2008

Please accept our deepest sympathy in your loss. Dotty was a wounderful,warm soul who always greeted people with a huge smile. We will miss seeing her a family reunions. Jan and John Farrington

Claire Laliberte

February 9, 2008

Dear Scot and Laura, there are no words at this terrible time of sorrow. Please know your family is in our prayers. Don & Claire Laliberte

Peg & Keith Durant,Jr

February 9, 2008

Heartfelt condolances to The Gabriel/Maroon families. Dorothy, was always a warm & wonderful person. Her kind & gentle ways will not be forgotten.

Margaret & Jack McAnespie

February 9, 2008

Dear Ken & family,
Our sincerest sympathy. We will
miss Dottie for a long time. Sorry
we will not be with you but you all are in our prayers. Love,

David & Francine Howshan

February 9, 2008

To Ken & Family, We are very sorry for your loss. You will be in our prayers .Dave & Fran

Audrey Ducharme

February 9, 2008

Scot, Laura and Logan, Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this sad time. May you find comfort and love in your memories of your Mom. Steve & Audrey Ducharme and family.

Richard Roy

February 8, 2008

Scot, Dawn Marie, Jiggs, and Kenny, our hearts go out to you all. Even far away you are all in our prayers. Your Mother was a wonderful woman, she will be missed.

Love,
Rich, Michelle, Emma, Olivia, Grace, and Abby.

Keith & Peggy Durant

February 8, 2008

Deepest condolances to the Family of Mrs. Dorothy Gabriel. Mrs. Gabriel, was always warm & welcoming to everyone she encountered, she always had a wonderful way of putting you at ease. she was a wonderful receptionist at Dr.Ken's office.

G. Keith Durant, III

February 8, 2008

My deepest condolances to The Gabriel Family. Mrs. Gabriel, was always warm & kind & always pleasant. I had the chance to know her through her work as receptioist at Dr. Ken's office.

Robin Sullivan

February 8, 2008

Dear Ken and family,
I am so sorry to hear about your loss. Your mom used to wave to me whenever she was out and I was walking by.

bob hatem

February 8, 2008

My heartfelt condolences to the Gabriel family...please accept the sympathy from our family at this sad time....bob hatem

Anne Cote Messineo (Deb's former classmate, Dana's former coworker)

February 8, 2008

My deepest sympathies to the Maroon/Gabriel family. You are in my prayers. God bless you.

Audrey Ducharme

February 8, 2008

Scot, Laura and Logan: Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this most difficult time. May you find comfort and peace in your memories and all that you have shared with your Mom. With deepest sympathy, Steve & Audrey Ducharme and Family.

carol schiavone

February 8, 2008

Our hearts are full of sadness for all of you. She is in our prayers.

Carol & Darinjames Schiavone

Tom & Jan Theriault

February 8, 2008

Scott,
Our condolences go out to you and your family at the passing of your Mom. At a time like this words are hard to come by. I am sure she will be looking down at you telling you and reminding you that she is not going to forget you or your family and in her own spiritual way she will be there whenever you need her.

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