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Christopher Gabel Obituary
Christopher was employed at Giant Eagle, Montrose, Ohio. He was raised in Barberton, Ohio., relocated to South Carolina for 22 years and moved back home to Barberton three years ago. He enjoyed spending time with family, vacations at the beach (Pier 14, 2001 bread fight), and special moments with his beloved grandchildren. He was always the go to guy for car repairs and special household projects.
He will be sadly missed by his wife, Pamela; children, Christopher Gabel Jr. (Alicia), Melissa Gabel Coletti (Timothy), Joshua Gabel (Kylee), Daniel Gabel (Mary) and Haley Gabel; grandchildren, Timothy and Ariana; mother, Marguerite Gabel; siblings, Clarence Gabel Jr., Mark Gabel (Georgene), Joseph Gabel, Angelina Samples (Timothy); numerous nieces; nephews; aunts; uncles; and cousins; special friends, Sherri McDonald and Anita Brechko. He is preceded in death by his father Clarence Gabel Sr.
Funeral service will be Wednesday, September 5, 2012 at 2 p.m. at Cox Funeral Home, 222 Norton Ave., Barberton with Pastor Bobby Webb officiating. Family will receive friends one hour prior to the service. (COX, BARBERTON 330-745-3311)
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Memories and Condolences
for Christopher Gabel
March 10, 2013
a childhood love goes on forever. so very sadden to hear about chris. he was dear to my heart all these years.carol wv
Margaret Slice
November 6, 2012
You will be greatly missed
kathy
October 17, 2012
sorry chris that it took me so long to say good-bye to you. I just can't believe that you left. I only worked with you a few weeks but I felt as if we knew each other for years.Chris you were one of the "good guys", I am glad that our paths crossed. To Chris's family, I am sorry that he left to soon. May your memories be with you always. sincerely, kathy
Your memory will live on in the hearts of your children
September 8, 2012
Tanya McGinnis
September 7, 2012
Clarence, Mark and the whole Gabel family,
I wanted you to know how sorry I am to hear of your loss. Please know you are in my prayers during this very difficult time.
Chris Jr
September 7, 2012
Dad, I will miss you every second of everyday. I dont know how we will ever get over this. All i can do is remember you for who you were when times were good. I will never let Ariana forget her Papa and i will give her whatever part of you i have in me. I love you pops. I know you are with poppop now and i will see you again someday. To the rest of the family i want to thank you all for being there for me and my brothers and sisters. May God give you all the comfort you need. So long pops..my friend..my father..I love you..Rest in peace Sir.
Sally Hewitt
September 7, 2012
Chris will be sadly missed by all of us in the Chapin Bi-Lo store. He is still the topic of many of our great stories. Our sympathy and prayers to all of the family.
Angel
September 6, 2012
Today we sadly mourn the passing of Chris. It's difficult to find words to express the various emotions, thoughts, and unfortunately, the questions going through my mind. It would be fruitless to spend my time attempting to answer those questions.
I would rather spend the days ahead celebrating his life and what he meant to each of us. He cherished his two beautiful grandchildren....Timothy, whom he always referred to as papa's boy, and Ariana, which he lovingly called Rosie. It will be through our shared memories of Chris that they will know their Papa.
I had forgotten some of those memories, and the role he had played in each of our lives, until we all sat down together a few days ago. We discussed his love for the Carolina Gamecocks, sometimes just to aggravate us Ohio State fans, and we talked about his love of a great BBQ with only Maurice's BBQ sauce.
Pam will always recall many loving, tender moments. Daniel and Josh were recalling the many basketball games in the back yard, while Christopher recalled the wrestling matches in the basement with his dad and Ben. Melissa talked of his love for little Timmy. Haley recalled his half shaved head when he woke up her and her girlfriend for a laugh, and that each trip to charleston he would return with a palm frond rose for her. Mommom recalled how he would stop to see her at Manor Care with his cup of coffee in hand, and lay on her bed, sometimes falling asleep. We talked about his trips home to Barberton with his sack of goodies for all the nieces and nephews...they referred to him as the Carolina Claus. He and Joe were known as the Carolina connection for many years. We remembered one trip in particular that we took to Myrtle Beach S.C. We had eight teenagers accompany us. Rather than just meet us at the beach Chris insisted on us spending a few days with him prior to going. He loved a big party, and a big party it was because he made certain. At the beach we visited pier 14, his favorite place. I believe our pictures are probably still on the wall depicting patrons that are not welcome back. Something about lots of lemon drops and a bread fight in the restaurant in which we engaged the waitresses. We were looking at pictures from a few weeks ago at a family picnic where Chris was riding his two grandchildren around on the John Deere mower, laughing and having a blast. Of course we made certain that the blades were turned off.
Chris loved to fix anything from cars to household projects. He was scheduled to fix Mark's fence, put a storm door in for me, and work on Joey's car. He loved coming to your house and helping out. He had worked for Flex Lawn upon his return from S.C. He has been lovingly known as uncle Pablo since. Ben would say that the equipment never looked so good. This spring, while he was employed at giant eagle I found him at the garage early int he morning maintenancing the equipment and asked him why he was there. He merely said, have you seen this equipment lately? That was him. Always wanting to help and be a part of things.
I personally choose to remember our many heartfelt talks on the deck, the way we were always referred to as the two little ones, (which generally meant we got in trouble together), and our afternoon lunch dates in which we'd have a beer and promise each other that we wouldn't tell mom.
Rest in peace Chris, knowing that we will keep your memories alive so that your grandchildren with know their Papa. I love you
Your Big Sis
Angela Rodgers
September 6, 2012
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Deb & Bruce Sours
September 5, 2012
Pam, Tim, Angel & the family, our condolences to all.
Vicki Spurlock
September 5, 2012
So sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers go out to your family.
Stacey Garofalo
September 5, 2012
Chris,
I will miss your laugh that lit up your whole face and you making us all feel better when we had a bad day, I only knew you a short time but you were an awesome boss and you will be missed. My prayers are with you and your loved ones.
(Coworker from Raff Road Giant Eagle)
MICHELE NOLEN
September 5, 2012
To the gable family
Im so sorry for your loss WE WILL KEEP YOU IN PRAYER LOVE YOU GUYS.
Michele Croft
September 5, 2012
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Loraine Gable
September 5, 2012
May you rest in the peace of Jesus and the Father, Chris. I am only sorry Augie and I were never able to meet you. Your legacy will live on through your beautiful children and grandchildren and a family that loved you. Uncle Augie and Loraine.
Andrea Gardner
September 5, 2012
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this difficult time. So sorry we couldn't be there with you today but you are in our thoughts & prayers. We love you! Andrea, Will & kids.
Ellen J. Russell
September 5, 2012
Clarence,Mark,and the rest of the Gabel Family.
I am so sorry for the loss of your loved one. My thoughts are with you.
Regards,
Ellen J. Russell
Cheryl & Mark Martucci
September 5, 2012
Angel, Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family.
September 5, 2012
To the family of Chris Gabel Sr. my prayers and thoughts are with all of you, and may our Lord and Savior give you the peace and love through this difficult time, that only he can do. Love and Prayers,Peggy and Ken Plumb
September 5, 2012
My prayers are with you Pam.
Anita
September 5, 2012
My dear family, my heart breaks knowing your sorrow. Take comfort in God's grace. Chris will always be close in our hearts and memories and in the smiles of his children. He is now at peace but will be missed every second of every day. He loved you all with everything he was. With time I pray our tears will dry and be replaced by a smile when we think of him. Love lasts forever, the pain and sadness doesn't. Keep good memories with your bond as a family and he will always be there with you. The strength you see in each other will pull you through. I love you all.
Christina Ceresini
September 5, 2012
Aunt Marge & Family, It will be the little things that you will remember,
the quiet moments, the smiles, the laughter. And although it may seem
hard right now,it will be the memories
of these little things that help to push away the pain and bring the smiles
back again.
Love Paul, Chrissy, Isabella & Alyssa
shirley (aunt) kacson
September 5, 2012
CHRIS, will be greatly missed..Our prayers are with the whole family.
September 4, 2012
Sheri, Chris, Melissa, and family's So sorry for your loss, our thoughts and prayers are with you. We love you,
Kathy,Vicki,Gloria, and Ann Croft
September 4, 2012
Chris, Melissa, and the Gabel family, Our thoughts and prayers are with you, during these difficult times.
Kathy,Vicki,Gloria, and Ann Croft
Betty Fleming
September 4, 2012
Clarence and Mark and all Gabel family,
So sorry to hear about the loss of your brother. Even though I didn't know Chris,I wanted to express my sympathy and to let you know we are thinking about you and the family.
linda otto
September 4, 2012
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
sally mutters
September 4, 2012
Joe, I am sorry about your brother, but I know your dad greeted him with open arms.
Sally and Monica Mutters
Jeanne
September 4, 2012
I am shocked and saddened at the news of Chris's passing.
I worked with Chris, he was always such a kind person. I will miss him.
Jo & Donny Croft
September 4, 2012
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Nora, Pat, John and Andrew Whitten
September 4, 2012
We are shocked and saddened to hear about your loss of your son and brother. I know you will comfort each other and receive God's comfort.
Laura Thomason
September 4, 2012
I am so very sorry for you loss! Chris will be dearly missed by all who knew him. May God keep you in his hands and give you strength through this difficult time. My heart goes out to all of you, keeping you in my thoughts and prayers. May you find peace.
Bob and Jamie Williams
September 4, 2012
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this difficult time.
James and Jamie Hudson
September 4, 2012
Our sympathies and prayers go out to the Gabel family. We have so many wonderful memories shared with Chris.
James and Jamie Hudson
September 4, 2012
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
September 4, 2012
Dear Angel and family
Hope this love I am sending you and your family will give you some confort. Corky
September 4, 2012
No words can express how deeply sorry I am for this family tragedy. I am a good friend of Katie, his niece, and I just want to offer my condolences to the family during this time of heartbreak.
All of my love & prayers,
Brittany Haverlick
Neighbors of 17th St
September 3, 2012
Our thoughts and prayers go out to all his family.
Denny and Paula Wiley
September 3, 2012
To all the Gabel family. We want to tell you how very sorry we are for your family's loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Chris is in the presence of The Lord now. He will be dearly missed by all who knew him. May God be with you and heal your hearts during this difficult time.
Angeline Ceresini
September 3, 2012
Marge - May the love of family and friends be with you and your dear family during you time of sadness and loss. Love, Sis Ange & Family
Kolacsky Family
September 3, 2012
An ANGEL received his WINGS...and his smile remains contagious!! He will be greatly missed.
Brenda Pudder
September 3, 2012
our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time,we will miss chris very much..
Tim and Molly Samples
September 3, 2012
We are so very sorry to hear about the loss of Chris. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Marie Gabel
September 3, 2012
Dear Gabel family,
My thoughts and prayers go out to all of you. God bless
Mary Kay Walsh
September 3, 2012
Joe and family. My deepest sympathy at the lost of your brother. My prayers are with you at this difficult time.
The Reale Family
September 3, 2012
Mrs Gabel and family
Our prayers are with you during this most difficult time. I work with Joe at Concorde Therapy and just heard the sad news. God grant you all the strength during this trying time.
God bless, The Reales
Angela (White) Burns
September 3, 2012
So sorry to hear about the loss of Chris. My prayers are with the Gabel family.
Thom Krupar
September 3, 2012
Our thoughts and prayers are with the Gabel families.
Evelyn Samples
September 3, 2012
To the Gabel Family,
I am so sorry for your the loss of Chris. May God keep you in his hands and give you strength through this difficult time. My heart goes out to all of you, keeping you in my thoughts and prayers. May you find peace.
Evelyn Samples
Bob & Karen Faber
September 3, 2012
We are very sorry for yourr loss. Our prayers are with your family during this difficult time.
September 3, 2012
To the Gabel Family, I am so sad to hear to Chris's passing. I remember all the good times him Carol and I used to have, and how much he meant to my whole family
kelley cline
September 3, 2012
he was my friend and i will miss him very much...
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