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Susan Gamble Obituary
Susan G. Gamble, 57, of New Braunfels, Texas went to be with her Lord on January 14, 2015. She was born August 2, 1957 in Lynchburg, Virginia to William H. and Inez Garbee. She is preceded in death by her parents.
Susan is survived by her beloved husband of 36 years, Michael K. Gamble, of New Braunfels, Texas, her two children who filled her life with joy, Jennifer Martel (Norm) of New Braunfels, Texas and Michael K. Gamble, Jr. of San Antonio, Texas, her very much loved grandchild, Mikey Hilburn, her twin sister Deborah Stanton (Steve) of Wenham, Massachusetts, and her brother, Dr. William H. Garbee, Jr. (Deborah) of Metairie, Louisiana. Her nephew, Jeffrey K. Gamble and her niece Rachael Garbee also survive her.
Susan grew up in Danville, Virginia where she graduated from George Washington High School. She received her Bachelor of Fine Arts degree from Virginia Commonwealth University in 1978, marrying Mike shortly afterwards. In 1980, Mike was commissioned in the United States Air Force and Susan began a 30-year trek around the United States with him. They had various assignments from California to Virginia and New Mexico to Alabama, before finally settling in San Antonio for Mike's final assignment. After his retirement she moved to the home of her dreams near New Braunfels and remained there until her death.
Despite the challenges of being an Air Force spouse and moving every two to three years, Susan was able to make an extremely successful career as a graphic artist and designer. In fact, she credited the challenge of moving so often with helping her develop a diversity of skills that enhanced her work through the years.
She worked in graphic design, traditional and digital illustration, web design, and animation, running her own business, Gamble Graphics. Her design work includes posters, product labels, brochures, national magazines, logos and advertising art. Her illustrations and animations are featured in books, pilot training courseware, and websites in cities all across the United States. Much of her work was done for the National Park Service and foundations that exist to preserve America's history and its natural beauty. Special projects included portraits of President Ronald Reagan, President George H.W. Bush, Secretary of Defense Caspar Weinberger, and Adm. William J. Crowe, Jr. for a book about the U.S. Navy Memorial. Three highlights of her career were working as a graphic artist for the National League of Cities in Washington, D.C. and having her work published in a series of books on Spanish missions by Pentacle Press. She also designed the Air Force Combat Action Medal.
But the artwork she will be remembered for the longest is the work she did as an award-winning master designer for the United States Mint. She was the recipient of the Mint's 2008 Artist Infusion Program Award for Excellence in Design. Her 2007 Jamestown silver dollar won the prestigious international Coin of the Year Award (COTY Award) for Historical Significance for the United States of America. Among the many coins she designed are the reverse sides of the Alaska, Oklahoma and Washington state quarters, the reverses of multiple First Spouse gold coins, several portraits for the presidential dollar series, the reverse of the 2009 Lincoln penny and many commemorative coins ranging from bald eagles to the WWII code talkers.
Susan's biggest impact was on people. To know her was to love her. Friends, coworkers and acquaintances always commented on her big smile, warm heart, and willingness to help others. A diabetic from the age of 12, she was a volunteer on line counselor for the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation. A breast cancer survivor, she shared her experiences and encouragement with many women facing that disease. She was a passionate Christian, a wonderful wife and mother, and a friend and encouragement to many, many others.
A graveside service will be held at Ft. Sam Houston National Cemetery in San Antonio, TX on Monday, January 26, 2015 at 10:00 A.M.
In lieu of flowers, contributions are suggested to the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation or the National Cancer Society.
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Memories and Condolences
for Susan Gamble
Jack Garrett
January 18, 2021
We lost a bright light six years ago. Prayers for the family.
Cathy Spain
February 11, 2016
I was surprised to see that I had not sent a message of condolence to you when I received the email about the guest book online this morning. I, too, worked with Susan at NLC and found her to be a wonderful, genuine person. She was so talented. I marveled at the work she did for NLC and her coin design work.
Nadine Freese
March 25, 2015
I'm saddened by the death of Susan. Even though we were separated by the miles, I always felt she was with me. I miss our time together at Kirtland w/ 2 small children. Susan had such a sweet & humble personality. She will definitely be missed. My love and prayers to all of you!
Nancy Brown
March 19, 2015
Mike, I am so sorry for your loss. I still remember the day you told me about Susan's work and then showed me her latest coin and gave me one to keep. I have it with my AF coins and am often reminded of what great strength you brought to the Pentagon offices with your home life secure and strong. I know her passing is a great loss and I will pray for God's healing hands to give you and your family comfort.
Nancy and Gene Brown
Sharon Holland
February 9, 2015
Susan was a beautiful and kind person whom everyone loved. This world will miss her smile and very kind ways. I am blessed to have known her during my lifetime. God's blessings to Susan and her family as she rests in peace.
Krista Reese
February 2, 2015
I was so sorry to hear of the loss of your wife and mother. My prayers are with you as you go through the coming days. May you find peace and comfort in your memories of a beautiful life.
Sherry Appel
February 1, 2015
I was so sorry to learn of Susan's death. She was such a very special person; so talented, so creative and such a nice, kind, thoughtful person. She and I worked together at NLC; she was responsible for many beautiful brochures and other printed materials we developed together. She was such a special person, always calm and kind, even in the middle of chaos! She loved talking about her children and her husband and living the military life. The world is diminished with her loss. My sincere condolences to her family.
William Booth
January 29, 2015
Mike,
At this difficult time try to focus on how you were blessed by the priceless gift of having Susan by you side for more than 36 years. Rebecca and I have been keeping you and your entire family in our prayers since we learned that Susan had been called home.
Bill and Rebecca Booth
Anna Langham
January 27, 2015
Mike and Family,
I considered Susan a very dear friend. I am so blessed to have known her and to have spent valuable time with her. We always enjoyed sharing stories of our children. I looked forward to her emails so that we could catch up on the latest happenings in our lives. She was a wonderful person with an infectious smile and personality. I know you will miss her and so will I, but I think we are all better for having known her. She was a beautiful angel. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Anna Langham
Dan and Teresa Merry
January 27, 2015
Mike and Family...
Please accept our deepest condolences, you will all be in our thoughts and prayers. Every time I see an AF Combat Action Medal I will think of Susan and her exceptional work that became that medal.
Jane Dohrmann
January 26, 2015
To the Gamble Famiky ~~ You don't have to meet a person face to face to call them a friend. Through my association in ODST (JDRF), Susan was my friend and we shared not only the struggles and conquests of our long lives with diabetes, but also our love for our families. My heartfelt sympathies to you all.
Jay, Joni and Tara Johnson
January 26, 2015
An amazing lady of faith whom we loved dearly. We find comfort knowing she is with our Lord and Savior, but we will miss her radiant smile.
Prayers for comfort and strength to her family.
Christine Becker
January 26, 2015
I worked with Susan at the National League of Cities. She was remarkably talented and loved by all. When I left NLC to start my own business, Susan designed my business cards and letterhead. She is with me every time I give someone a business card. My sincere condolence on the loss of this wonderful person.
Amanda Straub
January 25, 2015
Gamble Family: I worked with Susan at National League of Cities for a few years. Susan was always a ray of sunshine around the office, smiling and brightening everyone's day. I worked with her on a few graphics projects and she taught me so much about her art and showed what an excellent talent she was. I still have a few quarters she designed and will remember her fondly when I look at them. My condolences are with you all at this difficult time.
Jan and Karen McIntosh
January 25, 2015
Our deepest condolences and prayers for strength and comfort at this difficult time.
Greg/Debbie Patterson
January 23, 2015
What a beautiful angel on earth and now one of God's Angels. We will miss Susan so much. Our prayers are with you Mike.
Crystal Delk
January 23, 2015
Mr. Gamble,
My deepest condolences to you and your family. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. May God grant you peace, comfort and courage as you face the days ahead.
James Watters
January 22, 2015
It's been a while since I last spoke to Susan so it's hard to believe she is no longer with us. She was a great graphic designer and friend. It was a pleasure working with her on the Flying Training Courseware at Randolph AFB, TX. The world has lost someone very special. My thoughts are with the family at this very difficult time.
Jim Watters
Matt Bohan
January 21, 2015
I met Susan through the US Mint's Artistic Infusion Program. She was incredibly helpful to me, a newcomer. As an artist, she was incredibly talented. As a person, she was always friendly, upbeat, optimistic, kind and patient. She was a selfless mentor. Susan will be greatly missed. You are all in our prayers.
Thomas Hipschen
January 21, 2015
Dear Gamble Family
I was shocked and saddened to hear of Susan's passing. When I was brought into the Mint's Art Infusion Program several years ago, she was the first to contact me in welcome and has selflessly given me excellent advice over the years. We all appreciate that she set the highest standards in the craft and unfailingly guided friends in how to work with the process. She will be sorely missed by all of us.
Barb Hunter
January 20, 2015
Mike and Family,
My sincerest condolences; you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
Eric & Debby Martin
January 20, 2015
Mike, Jennifer, and Mike - I am so sorry that you have lost one of the most amazing people I have ever met. Susan was truly a rare gift to us all. She could make me laugh, no matter how bad my day had been. She was one of only two people that I ever knew that never, ever had a negative thing to say about anyone. She was my friend and she will be missed, not only by me, but by everyone that ever met her. The world is dimmer without her because she brought sunshine and a smile wherever she went. She loved you guys so much and considered her family her biggest priority and also her greatest joy.
Kim Porter
January 20, 2015
Dear Gamble Family-
My most sincere condolences on your loss. I am a friend of Deborah's, and although, sadly, I never met Susan in person, she was an amazing support to me throughout my own cancer treatment. There are no kinder more compassionate people in the world than she and her twin. Heaven has gained a wonderful angel.
Rhonda and Dwight Peake
January 20, 2015
Mike: I am so sorry. Susan was the first person to welcome me to Randolph and became a great friend. I am so glad she got her dream home and her horses. So sorry I never got to go riding with her. My deepest sympathies. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Bill & Peggy Snodgrass
January 20, 2015
Mike,
We offer our deepest condolences to you and your family. Susan's legacy through her art, and more importantly, through her family, will continue. We will be praying for you and your family.
Nellie Riley
January 19, 2015
Dear Mike ... my sincerest thoughts and prayers are with you and the family. Times will be difficult but the love of family, friends and the Good Lord will help sustain you now and in the future. God bless you ... Nellie
Airman & Family Care Division
January 19, 2015
Mr. Gamble and Family, Our deepest sympathy…. Mrs. Gamble was so young, so talented. Such a loss for all. May she rest in peace.
Cyndy Hogan
January 19, 2015
Susan and I worked together at the National League of Cities. She was one of the nicest, kindest people I had ever met. She was truly a ray of sunshine, always ready with a smile and kind word. And of course, she was exceptionally talented. I remember how excited she was to work on her beautiful coins. Earth has lost and Heaven has gained a bright star. My deepest sympathies go to you, the Gamble family, and I will pray for peace for you.
Lori Marcum-DeHoyos
January 19, 2015
To the Gamble family, so saddened to hear about Susan. She was vibrant and loved by many. I'm grateful to have met her. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family for strength and most of all comfort during this difficult time. Respectfully, Marc and Lori DeHoyos (Marcum)
Jim and Diana Weimer
January 19, 2015
Mike
Our heartfelt condolences with the passing of Susan; our prayers are with you and your family. We hope you can find comfort in the words many turn to at times like this; for we know Susan is dwelling in the house of the Lord...
The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want. He maketh me to lie down in green pastures: he leadeth me beside the still waters. He restoreth my soul: he leadeth me in the paths of righteousness for his name's sake. Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil; for thou art with me; thy rod and thy staff they comfort me. Thou prepares a table before me in the presence of mine enemies; thou anointest my head with oil; my cup runneth over. Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life; and I will dwell in the house of the Lord forever.
Gary Blum
January 18, 2015
We were saddened to hear of Susan's passing. Please accept our heartfelt condolences -- our thoughts and prayers are with the Gamble family at this most difficult time. God Bless and Keep You.
Gary & Lyn Blum
Donna Frazier
January 18, 2015
Such a wonderful soul. I can only imagine what she's designing behind those pearly gates of heaven! May God's grace and mercy carry you through this difficult season.
Ed Basha
January 18, 2015
Mike, Liz and I send our deepest condolences. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Cathy Lessel
January 18, 2015
Mike (and family),
I was so sorry to hear of Susan's passing. What a sweet, sweet lady she was! I remember when you all moved in down the street from us on West Park at Randolph AFB. I would walk past your house and often see Susan working on her art in the front sun room. A visit with Susan always left me encouraged, often more educated, and impressed by her sincerity and graciousness. This world has lost a most beautiful and talented Christian woman.
May God hold you in His arms and grant you the peace that passes all understanding.
Joel Iskowitz
January 18, 2015
Dear Gamble Family,
I had the privilege to know Susan as a colleague in the U.S.Mint's artistic infusion Program
Susan was an exceptional artist and a very fine person.
Her designs were some of the best and cleanest of our group and she herself was a ray of sunshine.
We used to refer to ourselves, kiddingly, as the "Gemini Twins" because we shared a lot in common (Leos, lefties with a connection to the USAF etc.)and were often assigned the same assignments and occasionally shared mintings of our designs coin the same coin.
(the Braille silver commem, for one, comes to mind).
Susan was among the first AIP artists in 2004.
She was a strong advocate for the group and created numerous memorable designs that will live on.
I always told her that I thought her Bald Eagle gold coin design (2008) was among the most beautiful in American coinage.
There are very few artists who could understand and share exactly what it is that we do...Susan was among the very finest in this rare club.
More importantly her kind and beautiful nature will always brighten our hearts.
She will be missed greatly by all.
Melinda Rice
January 18, 2015
I will always be in great gratitude to Susan for all her kind encouraging words to me, as well as her generosity of her talents helping me in my own Rice Saddlery business. Susan designed my logo and did so probono when I was short on startup funds. I was in awe of her will and strength to finally achieve her dream of owning her own horse AFTER she beat cancer! I loved hearing her detailed stories of how she trained and trail rode ALONE on her young Arabian gelding. (I thought she was nuts and very brave!) What a wonderful lady, she will be missed by many. Keep swimming Susan, And trail riding!
My deepest sympathies and condolences to the Gamble family.
Kathleen Borland
January 18, 2015
Mike, Denny & I sent our thoughts and prayers. Meows & Hugs.
Billy and Brenda Carter
January 18, 2015
Mr. Gamble and Family, our thoughts and prayers are with you. May your memories bring you peace and may God bring you strength.
Marilon seay
January 18, 2015
I'm sorry for your lost and the Seay family is praying for peace . We got to meet Susan and I must say she had to be one of the sweeties lady I got to meet my love go out to the Gamble family And may God bless you all seay Family
Dan & Robin Guerra
January 17, 2015
Dearest Gambles,
There are no words to change what is here. However, we all can marvel in what has been and what will be hereafter in Susan. God broke her mold. We will miss her dearly. For you- our prayers the Lord sees your recovery in due time as we bear witness to her brilliance in spirit. She will be missed, but in our lives every American will carry in our hands many pieces of Susan's love, passion, creativity and compassion. All God's Blessings… Your friends,
Ginger gamble martel
January 17, 2015
I love you so much.
Margaret Martinez
January 17, 2015
Dear Mr Gamble, we were very sad to hear about Susan. We are praying for comfort, peace, and blessings upon you and your family. With deepest sympathy, Gilbert Sr, Margaret, and Gilbert Jr.
Esther Chavarria
January 17, 2015
Dear Gamble family,
I was saddened to hear of your sudden loss. Please accept my heartfelt condolences and know that my thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time.
Most Sincerely,
January 17, 2015
I've known Susan since we met in 4 th grade in Danville, Virgina. She has always been a treasured and loved friend. We have laughed and cried together many times. She has been and encouragement to me in many of my toughest days. She and Deborah have the strongest yet gentlest Faith I have ever known. I grief for myself and her Family and loved ones but we who share her faith will see her again, never to be separated from her again. May God Bless and Keep You dear Family and Friends, know that many prayers are being sent heavenward for you. Jeanette Barker Blanks
Chuck Polit
January 17, 2015
Mr Gamble and Family,
So sorry ... You are in our thoughts and prayers..
Chuck, Missy and the Polit Family.
Susy Williams
January 17, 2015
I had the privilege to know Susan and we hit it off from the beginning and we would always make a comment how we both are August Leos and Susy's. Miss you my friend!
Jack Garrett
January 17, 2015
I was in the youth group at 3rd Avenue Church with Susan and Deborah.
She was a fine person who never met a stranger.
Susan will me missed.
My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.JavaScript:void(0);
Richard Masters
January 17, 2015
I had the honor and pleasure in knowing Susan through the United States Mint's Artistic Infusion Program, of which we had been inaugural members since 2004. I always admired both her degree of professionalism and her enduring dedication to her art, in this case, her coin and medal designs. At the annual symposiums, I came to realize what a kind and friendly person Susan was. My deepest sympathy to the family.
Cathy Spain
January 17, 2015
I had the honor of working with Susan at the National League of Cities. She was a class act--talented, professional and friendly. I am so sorry for your loss.
John Pionke
January 17, 2015
I worked with Susan at the National League of Cities for a number of years. She had an infectious smile and was one of the most positive people I ever met. She never had a negative thing to say about anyone. She was always willing to stop and take a moment to encourage or help in any way she could. I have one of her drawings and will always treasure it. Susan is one of those once in a lifetime people that you always remember. I will always remember her spirit and her kindness. Rest in peace my friend.
John Simpson
January 17, 2015
Mr. Gamble and family,
So sorry to hear of your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Our deepest sympathy,
John and Donna Simpson
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