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9
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Ft. Sam Houston National Cemetery
1520 Harry Wurzbach Rd, San Antonio, TX 78209
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Jeffery Len Gabbert, age 70, resided in Bergheim, Kendall County, Texas. Jeff peacefully passed away with family at his side on February 17, 2026, at ABODE Contemplative Care after a courageous battle with cancer.
Jeff faithfully served for 9 years in the United States Air Force and went on to join the United States Postal Service. Once retired, he immersed himself in family time and with friends, sharing and enjoying passions and hobbies; he was an avid deer hunter, artist, woodworker, and musician. He attended and was very involved in Kerrville Folk Fest and Woodzie music fest.
Born on December 30, 1955, at Langley AFB, Hampton, Virginia, to the late CMSgt James Roy Gabbert and Helen ‘Polly’ Herrington Gabbert. He will forever be remembered for being a loving son, brother, husband, father, and grandfather. He is predeceased by his parents, Jim and Polly; uncle Patrick Gabbert, sister-in-law Marie Iacovino; brothers at heart, Arte Muñoz, and Randall Westlund. His loyal furry companion Orion crossed the Rainbow Bridge just prior to his journey.
He is survived by his very loving wife of 48 years, Judy Ann Gabbert; son, Jeffery James Gabbert (JJ), Jessica Garza, and daughter, Juliana Gabbert. Grandchildren: Sterling Ann Clark-Gabbert, Jackson Dean Gabbert, and Princess Ailani Skye Gabbert. Sister, Jane Garrison; brothers-in-law, Robert and David Iacovino, as well as brothers at heart, Rick Rodriguez, and David Long. Family: Aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces, nephews and friends in Buffalo, NY, Rising Sun, MD, Sandersville, MS, Minneapolis, MN, San Antonio, Houston, Edna, TX, and Niceville, FL.
Jeffery’s viewing, funeral, and military honors arrangements:
Viewing and Funeral:
Schertz Funeral Home
2217 FM 3009
Schertz, Tx 78154
March 8, 4:00-6:00 p.m.
Military Honors Ceremony:
Ft. Sam Houston National Cemetery
1520 Harry Wurzbach Rd
San Antonio, Tx 78209
March 9, Honors start at 10:30 a.m. sharp.
Must be in place by 10:15 a.m.
We hope that you can join us in honor and celebration.
In lieu of flowers, we ask that friends and family donate to ABODE Contemplative Care, a nonprofit end-of-life care home in San Antonio, Tx. We are so thankful for a most compassionate and beautiful end-of-life experience in their care.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
2217 FM 3009, Schertz, TX 78154

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Mar
8
4:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Schertz Funeral Home & Crematory
2217 FM3009, Schertz, TX 78154
Send FlowersBook nearby hotelsMar
8
6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Schertz Funeral Home & Crematory
2217 FM3009, Schertz, TX 78154
Send FlowersBook nearby hotelsMar
9
10:30 a.m. - 10:45 a.m.
Ft. Sam Houston National Cemetery
1520 Harry Wurzbach Rd, San Antonio, TX 78209
Send FlowersBook nearby hotelsServices provided by
Schertz Funeral Home and Crematory - SchertzOnly 6 days left for delivery to next service.