Don Gable

Don Gable obituary, Spring Grove, PA

Don Gable

Don Gable Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Beck Funeral Home & Cremation Service, Inc. - Spring Grove on Dec. 25, 2023.

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Don Gable, age 77, of York, passed away at WellSpan York Hospital on December 22, 2023. He was the loving husband of Mary (Stipe) Gable; together they shared over 51 years of marriage.
Don was born in York on October 21, 1946 and was the son of the late Ralph and Mildred (Frey) Gable. He graduated from West York Area High School Class of 1964 where he participated in football, wrestling, and the band. He later graduated from Indiana University of Pennsylvania with a B.S in Social Science in 1968. Don taught Social Studies (Economics) for over 31 years at West York Area High School. He also coached football for 10 years and was the Assistant Athletic Director for 14 years all at West York. Don volunteered in the recreation department for West Manchester Township for over 40 years. After retirement, he worked part-time in the auction and antique business for over 18 years. Don was also a member of St. Matthew Lutheran Church in York.
In addition to his loving wife Mary, Don is survived by his son Michael Gable and wife Lori; his daughter Melissa Markey and husband Chris; and his grandchildren Jackie, Henry, Mason, Garrison and Adyson. He is also survived by his brother Kevin Gable; his sister Jane Mula; and numerous nieces and nephews.
A Gathering in celebration of Don's life will be held on Saturday, January 6, 2024 from 3:00PM – 7:00PM at the Viking Athletic Association, 318 N. Adams St., York, PA 17404.
Professional services are under the direction of Beck Funeral Home & Cremation Service, Inc., of Spring Grove.
In lieu of flowers, contributions in Don's memory may be made to West Manchester Township, c/o Recreation Department, 380 East Berlin Rd., York. PA 17408.
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Esther Gibbs

December 29, 2023

Met the Gables when my grandson, Josh Gibbs was on the wrestling team at West York with their son, Mike. We had such a great time with all the wrestling parents over the years. So sorry to hear of Don's passing and know that my thoughts/prayers are with you all.

Teresa Laucks

December 28, 2023

a kind, soft spoken and gentle man. my thoughts and prayers are with his family.

Jamie Shearer

December 26, 2023

Mary and the Gable family - I am so very sorry to see of Don's passing. He will be fondly remembered and always thought of with a funny story and a laugh, and man did we laugh. Thoughts and prayers. Jamie Shearer

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