Marianne Gabel died Sunday, Aug 20th unexpectedly after a lovely day of laying in the sun, talking with the kittens, and sharing love with her family and friends. Marianne embraced life, love and friendship but had an ongoing struggle with loss due to mental illness since her early adulthood. Despite this, she traveled extensively and had many good memories. She spent her last seven years living in Fremont at Pristine Senior Living. She graduated from SJCC in 1970 and went on to attend Notre Dame College in Cleveland and BGSU. She received a Bachelor of Arts Degree in English, Psychology and Education. Marianne was an accomplished artist and pianist but more than anything, loved spending time with her family. Her support and prayers meant everything to them. She loved to read and took an interest in politics and world affairs. Marianne had a wonderful sense of humor, a gentle and forgiving spirit, and a deep faith in God.
Marianne is survived by daughter, Jennifer (Dave) Fallesen; two sons given through the gift of adoption; sister, Joanne (Chris) Kosta, nieces, Kateri, Megan and Emily (Jake); sister, Clare (Dave) Bohn , nieces Rachel and Sarah; brother-in-law, Randy (Jane) Walker, nephews, Matthew and Marcus (Ashley); aunts, Millie Naderer and Martha Finsel along with many cousins, friends and caregivers.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Herb and Mary Gabel, sister, Rosanne Walker.
Visitation: Friday from 2-4 and 6-8 at Wonderly Horvath Hanes Funeral Home and Crematory, 425 E. State St, Fremont, OH with a Vigil Service at 7:30 a.m.
Mass of Christian Burial: Saturday, August 26, 2017, 10:30 am at Millersville St. Mary Catholic Church, 865 SR 635, Helena, with one hour of visitation beginning at 9:30 am at the church prior to the service.
Final resting place, St. Mary Cemetery… and Heaven.
Memorials can be made to National Alliance on Mental Illness, SJCC or charity of your choice.
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Anita Kupka
Marianne was always such a sweet person and a good friend. My condolences to her family and friends. It’s been many years since I’ve seen her, but have good memories. A sad loss.
Joan Lehmann Smith
Such sad news! I was a St. Mary’s Millersville girl with Marianne. We grew up together then on to SJHS. Stayed overnight occasionally, it was such fun to join the Gabel family. I never met more warm and loving people. Herb drove our school bus and Mary got me my job at SJHS. We remained good friends throughout high school. Peace and prayers for Marianne, Joanne and Clarianne and families.
Karen Lehmann Jordan
I went to grade school with Her. I remember a gentle soul, always generous with the sweetest smile. I thought the world of her. I know this sweet woman will be dearly missed by her family.
I pray memories of her smile bring comfort to all who loved this remarkable woman.
The Vaughn family
Family please accept my deepest condolences. May God’s promises found at Acts 24:15 and Psalms 37:29 bring you comfort during this difficult time.
Loretta (Lee) Holton
My condolences to all of Marianne’s family and friends. She was a great friend during high school, but sadly, we lost touch over the years. I will always have fond memories of our friendship.
Martha (Burkett) Mead
I went to high school with Marianne and remember her as a sweet and kind person. Classmates Charlotte and Kathy and I visited her a few years ago.
I am glad I did. She is at peace with her parents and sister. Condolences to her family and friends.
George Hoffman
I went to Saint Joe with her and remember a very sweet and kind person rest in eternal peace.
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Family of Marianne Gabel
May loving memories bring comfort to you in this time of sadness.
With Deepest Sympathy
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Edward, Sandra and Donald L. Schultz
Jane Walker
What at beautiful memorial. Loved the pictures with all the sisters. She was a beauty. Love and condolences to all.
Jane
Theresa Jankowski
Clare and Joanne, so sorry to hear of Marianne’s death. She was a sweet lady. It’s so sad that you have lost 2 of your sisters already. God bless you. Theresa (Hoffman) Jankowski
Cathy Pfefferle-Stone
I remember Marianne as a friendly smiling face at St. Joes. Always kind and willing to help. May she Rest In Peace. Cathy Pfefferle-Stone.
Sandra Kayden
So sorry to hear of your Loss of Marianne.
We never met her but Herb & Mary always talked
about their girls.
Sending Prayers & Loving Thoughts to you All.
God Bless.
Fred Patton
Prayers and Condolences to Marianna`s Family and Friends! The Lord Bless and Keep You All! I worked at Ohio Bell Telephone Company when Marianna worked there!