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Gretchen Raebel Obituary
Daughter of Jean Gahn Wolfe, Scranton, and the late Anthony J. Wolfe, she was a member of St. John Neumann Parish and a graduate of Bishop Klonowski High School, class of 1980. She was employed by Regional Hospital of Scranton.
She enjoyed gardening, crafts and quilting with her mother. She will be remembered for her unyielding smile, zest for life and making people, even people she just met, feel at ease. She was kind, generous and loving. Even in death, she was generous by being an organ donor. She had a strength and wisdom for every situation that her family and friends will miss.
The family would like to acknowledge and thank Dr. Joseph Russo, the nursing staff and all the staff at Regional Hospital of Scranton for the care they provided to Gretchen. In her 33 years of employment at Regional Hospital of Scranton, formerly the Mercy Hospital, she developed many friendships, and was grateful for their help and support through the years. She always looked forward to being at work.
Also surviving are five children, Megan Lee Cahill and husband, Thomas, Tunkhannock; Kyle Raebel, Scranton; Matthew Raebel and companion, Corinne Milewski, Pittston; Adam Raebel, Scranton; and Eric Raebel, Scranton; a grandchild, Caitlin Mae Cahill; a sister, Christine Auriemma and husband, William, Clarks Summit; nieces, Alexandra and Alyssa Auriemma; nephew, Tyler Auriemma; aunts, uncles, cousins and many lifelong friends.
The funeral will be Thursday at 9 a.m. from the Miller Bean Funeral Home Inc., 436 Cedar Ave., Scranton, with Mass at 9:30 at Holy Name of Jesus Church, East Elm Street and Froude Avenue, Scranton. Interment will follow at Cathedral Cemetery, Scranton.
Friends may call Wednesday from 4 to 8 p.m.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Make a Wish Foundation, 1327 Pittston Ave., Scranton, PA 18505.
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Eleanor Koester
June 26, 2019
Missing you always
Sarah & Doug
July 11, 2014
You left us far too soon, dear Cousin. We remember your smile and your warm laugh, always taking pictures at every family event. We cherish the handmade gifts you lovingly made us thru the years.
We are brokenhearted.
.
Chris Dende
July 9, 2014
My heart and prayers go out to the entire Raebel family. Gretchen was a wonderful, warm hearted soul. Her legacy in life will live on forever because of her love for family, kindness to those she was cared for and the warmth that she possessed. God Bless..Chris Dende
Tim Manley
July 4, 2014
Gretchen helped to make my childhood joyful and my adult life a joy. Her joy of life and her hug made me feel so loved. My friend, you are with God. My deepest sympathies Ken to you and your family. I am so sorry for this great loss. Prayers and however I can be there for you. Love always my friend.
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July 3, 2014
Prayers for you all, I am so sorry for you,,
July 2, 2014
My deepest condolences on your loss. I worked with Gretchen many years ago and she always had that smile on her . She was a sweet and kind person. I will keep you and Gretchen in my prayers.
Ellen Cummings Eiden
Nick Patuto
July 2, 2014
Megan, Adam, and Family, I am deeply sorry for your loss.
Renee Garvey
July 2, 2014
The Raebel family are wonderful neighbors who have brought such joy over the years to Brook Street. Gretchen always extended herself to others and was known for bringing holiday smiles to all. In a world where many people do not have their priorities straight, she certainly did. She took the time to "smell the roses" and "she never sweated the small stuff." No matter how busy she was, Gretchen always took the time to stop, talk, listen and show genuine concern for her neighbors. She also took great interest in all of the neighborhood pets. Her laugh and smile were the trademarks of her unique personality. She was one of the happiest people we ever met; she loved life and especially her family.
Gretchen was a gifted soul who mastered wisdom, peace, humor, empathy for others and strength. She graduated onto heaven early with the highest of honors as a gifted soul with no more lessons to learn in the school of life here on earth. She taught everyone she encountered how to truly live life.
God Bless the Raebel Family. We are sure you will continue to make her proud until your family reunion in heaven. In the meantime, there is a special angel watching over all of you.
We are here for all of you if you need anything. We care beyond words and will miss Gretchen very much.
Love, Peace and Comfort
The Garvey Family
July 2, 2014
Megan,Adam and family,I am so sorry for your loss.My thoughts and prayers are with you. Debbie Franko
July 2, 2014
Oue sincerest sympathies at this time. I will be in touch with Jean asap. Much happening ou there Pastor Dave
George Semko
July 2, 2014
Megan, Adam, and family, I am sorry for your loss.
Tom Bubul
July 2, 2014
The entire team at ACTON Technologies extends our most sincere sympathies at your loss.
Mimi Palmere
July 2, 2014
Jean, Ken and family,
I am so sorry for your loss. I knew Gretchen from Girl Scouts and I have many great memories of her. You are all in my prayers!
Megan Heller (McHale)
July 2, 2014
So very sorry for the loss of Gretchen. I worked with her at Regional and she was always so calm and kind, even under pressure. Sending love and support to her family and friends xo
Megan Heller (McHale)
July 2, 2014
So very sorry for the loss of Gretchen. I worked with her at Regional and she was always so calm and kind, even under pressure. Sending love and support to her family and friends xo
Helena & Steven
July 1, 2014
Gretchen was the heart and soul of the 7 Gahn grandchildren, she was the leader, first to start a family, first to be a grandparent, first to bury a parent, and now first to leave this world, good bye Gretch!
Lin Williams
July 1, 2014
Sending love and prayers.
Candace Grabania
July 1, 2014
I worked with Gretchen for many years at Mercy hospital. She was a wonderful person and a terrific nurse, and I'm sure an equally terrific wife and mother.
July 1, 2014
Megan, Adam and family, I am so sorry for your loss. My prayers to you and the family. Gina Rice
jerry theobald
July 1, 2014
so sorry for your lose ken
Lynn B
July 1, 2014
Praying God's comfort and peace for Gretchen's family and friends. She will be missed.
Bill Gaughan
July 1, 2014
Kyle and family, I am very sorry on the loss of your mother. You are in my prayers.
megan cahill
July 1, 2014
You were my angel. I miss you already. Rest in peace, mom.
July 1, 2014
Deepest sympathy
Michael J Mangan
Kathy Barsigian
Marie Mangan
Ellie koester
July 1, 2014
Gretchens light will shine on in all who knew, and loved her. She is now our gaurdian angel, watching over us all.
Dorothy
July 1, 2014
rest in peace Gretchen. Prayers for the family
July 1, 2014
What will I do without you?
I love you more day each day.
And I hope you realize,
I'll always feel this way.
For it's not the things you say,
or the thoughtful things you do.
You've made my life complete,
quite simply because you're you.
Missing you terribly,
Kenny
KATHY SNYDER
July 1, 2014
SO SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT GRETCHEN PASSING. GOD MUST HAVE NEEDED AN ANGEL BECAUSE SHE WAS AN ANGEL HERE ON EARTH. ALWAYS A SMILE ON HER FACE. SHE WILL BE MISSED.
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