George A. Gabriel, 85, of Huntley, died peacefully August 30, 2024.
George was born May 15, 1939 the son of Edward and Mae Gabriel. George was the youngest of eleven children, seven sisters and three brothers. On September 13, 1969 he married Mary C. Flanagan. George worked as a truck driver until his retirement.
George was an avid bowler, and fisherman and also was a great dancer. He was a jokester and enjoyed eating and could make a great apple pie with ice cream of course. He was a huge Chicago Cub Fan. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather and friend who will be missed by all who knew him. He is preceded in death by his parents and by his five siblings that he joined in heaven.
He is survived by his wife, Mary Gabriel, his children, Kelli Cody (Michael), Brian Gabriel, Sr. (Stephanie), Christine Gabriel, Mary Wenzel (Robb), Grandchildren Brian Gabriel, Jr. (Jacqueline), Rebecca Wolff (Derek), Makenzie Sakumura (Joe), Colin Cody, Anthony Giraldi, Jordan Giraldi, Kaylee Palminteri, Lauren Wenzel, Samantha Palminteri, and Alex Wenzel and Great Grandchild Owen Sakumura
Uncle to many Nieces, Nephews, Great Niece and Nephews, and Great Great Nieces and Nephews
A visitation will be held on Friday, September 6, 2024 from 11am until 1:15pm at DeFiore Funeral Home -10763 Dundee Road, Huntley. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Friday, 1:30pm at St. Mary Catholic Church-10307 Dundee Road, Huntley. In lieu of flowers memorials may be directed to American Lung Association.
For further information please contact the funeral home at 847-515-8772 or online condolences may be directed to www.defiorefuneral.com
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To mary and family and Brian and kelly and family so sorry to hear of my Brothers passing. Georgie so many memories we shared , most of them lots of laughs .you will always have a place in my heart . till we meet again Dorothy
Dear Mary, Christine, and Mary - This is Diana, Mike Williamson's wife. I'm so sorry for your loss. I remember I had taken a 50+ hour bus ride from California for a wedding a quarter century ago. Your husband / dad was so sweet, joking to me about the long haul. I only met him once but still remember how he tried to make me feel at home. Deepest Condolences, Diana
I have fond memories of Uncle George. Many trips to Buffalos Ice cream, Brookfield zoo, sitting on the porch on Hamlin Ave enjoying a summer evening. His great smile and the way he could light up a room with his humor! He had a unique gift for making people laugh, and that’s a rare and beautiful thing. Please know that my thoughts are with you during this difficult time. I hope you find comfort in the many joyful memories you shared with him. His spirit will live on in the laughter and smiles of those he touched. With heartfelt sympathy, Gayle
Sad to see him go, but I have many great memories with Uncle George as a child and as an adult. Always smiling and making jokes and making me feel like I belonged. Thank you for that. Dennis Celaya Jr.
To Christine and family, so very sorry for the loss of your Dad. I will always remember his humor and friendly smile. I met your dad when we became friends in college. He always made me feel welcome, and reminded me of home and my own dad with his joking and laughter. May all your favorite memories comfort you at this time and forever. Love, Heidi and family
Our prayers are with you and your extended family at this time of sadness and loss of your Brother/ Husband / Father / Grand Father. May he be in the presence of GOD along with all who have gone before him and be there to welcome Us when we meet again.
Dear Aunt Mary, Christine, and Mary, I'm so sorry to hear about Uncle George!! He was always so funny in such a wonderfully goofy, charming, and relaxing way! I have so many fond memories of your dad, especially the *amazing* Christmas tree and village set up that he made, with the ice skaters dancing around on the frozen pond!! I'm very sorry for your loss!!
Mary I am so sorry to hear of George passing George and I had gotten close when he started working at MBM everyone love George. He always wanted to make laugh.
Dear Mary I am so sorry for your loss.but I know that he is with you always. My prayers and condolences go out to you and your family.He will be missed.🙏🙏🙏
We are so sorry to hear this sad news. Please know we are thinking of you and keeping you in our prayers at this difficult time.🙏😥🫶🏻
Mary and Family, we are so very sorry for the passing of your dear Father. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your Family. God Bless.
So very sorry
Dear Aunt Mary , Christine and Mary. Sorry to hear about the passing of Uncle George . He was a fantastic man . I think of you both on your wedding anniversary every year since you share it with my parents. He is probably talking to all the family now about you and the kids and the lives you have lived since the last time he saw them . My prayers are with your at the time of loss .