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Patrick Gabriel Obituary

Gabriel, Patrick J. Sr. ALBANY Patrick J. Gabriel, Sr., 89, succumbed at the Teresian House early Monday morning August 6, 2012 after an eight year struggle against Alz-heimer's disease. Born in Albany, Patrick was the son of the late Biagio Gabriel and Annunziata (Ruzza) Gabriel of Colonie, N.Y. He is predeceased by sisters, Virginia Nash and Mary Lorini and brothers, Raymond Gabriel Sr. and Ronald Gabriel Sr. Pat served proudly in the Army Corps of Engineers during World War II building landing strips and barracks on Okinawa for pilots flying missions in the Pacific. Following the war Pat became a member of the Albany Police Department, leaving to become a carpenter for his brother-in-law, the late John Quadrini. In 1958 he went to work for St. Anne Institute in Albany where he became the maintenance supervisor until his retirement in 1988. Pat was married to the late Carmella A. (Alvaro) Gabriel for 45 years. He is survived by his sister, Anna Quadrini; his daughter, Nancy E. Wideman and her husband, Thomas L. Frazier; his son, Patrick J. Gabriel, Jr. and his wife Theresa M. Gabriel; his grandchildren, James R. Murley, Dana L. Toles, Cara M. Gabriel and Nicholas P. Gabriel and four great-grandchildren. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 12 noon Friday at Christ the King Church, 20 Sumpter Ave., (Westmere) Albany. Calling hours will precede the Mass from 10:30 a.m. to 12 noon on Friday at the church. Interment will be held at Our Lady of Angels Cemetery in Colonie. Memorial contributions in his memory may be made to the St. Anne Institute Foundation, 160 Main Street, Albany, NY 12206. To leave a special message for the family online, visit www.NewcomerAlbany.com

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Published by Albany Times Union from Aug. 8 to Aug. 9, 2012.

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Allyson Wood-Auburn

August 9, 2012

Dear Pat and Terry - I am so very sadden to hear of Pop Gabriel passing. I have so many fond memories of him from my teenage years. In many ways, he was "Pop" to so many young teens, as we passed through the gates of Saint Ann's, he was so kind hearted - and his smile would light the room up!And he could always make me laugh - You all are in my thoughts and prayers..

Amelia G

August 9, 2012

Mr. Gabriel and Terry,
I am so sorry for your loss but grateful you knew such a fine man. The apple doesnt fall far.
Blessings and prayers to your entire family.
God Bless,

Amelia

August 9, 2012

Dear Terry and Pat, I remember your father fondly although when I first worked at Saint Anne he scared the heck out of me! No matter when the loss comes, it is still a shock. With sympathy, Wende Tedesco

Roberta Peters

August 9, 2012

He was one of the best men I have ever known (and one of the funniest). Terry and Pat, you are in my thoughts and prayers and you have my deepest sympathies.
Roberta (Romano) Peters

August 9, 2012

Dear Mr. and Mrs. Gabriel,
We are so sorry to hear of your father's death. We did not know him personaly, but know the feeling of loss. If there is anything at all you need, please do not hessitate to call us. You are all in our prayers and turn to the Lord for your comfort, He is there always!
Fondly,
Roberta and Donald Coons

August 9, 2012

Dear Nancy, Tom, Jimmy, Dana, Pat and all of the Gabriel famiy, Craig and I were saddened to learn of your father/grandfather's passing. I know that the last few years have been very difficult for all of you. At last your father has been reunited with your mother, Carmella, in heaven. Please let us know whatever we can do. Sincerely, Craig and Linda Odeen

August 9, 2012

Gabe - I'm so sorry to see that your dad passed. He was a real nice guy and I'm sure he meant the world to you and your family. I have two memories of him, one in your back yard when we graduated, guarding the beer keg, and that time at Polito's after the alumni softball game a few years ago. He was cool.

Todd Conklin

August 9, 2012

Dear Patrick and Terry,
You are in our thoughts and prayers now and always. How blessed you are to have had such a wonderful Father.
Love, Ry and Pat

Bonnie Rasmuson

August 9, 2012

Pat - Your Dad is now at peace. May you celebrate his life. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.

Robin Emanatian

August 9, 2012

Dear Pat -
You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. May your happy memories sustain you in your time of grief.

Truly,
Robin Emanation, Questar III

August 8, 2012

Nancy, Tom and Family,

We are so sorry for your loss. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.

Love,

Kathie, Pete and family

John DeJulio

August 8, 2012

Pat, Nancy and family: Sorry to hear of Uncle Pat's passing. I always enjoyed spending time at his house during family gatherings. Thoughts and prayers are with all of you.

August 8, 2012

Nancy and Pat, I am sorry you have lost your Dad. You have a treasure chest of memories, find peace in those. My thoughts are with all of you.
Sharen Dascher

August 8, 2012

Dear Nancy, Tom, & family,

Our sincere sympathies to you. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you, Deb, and all the cousins.

Much love,
Laurie, Mike, and Shelby Mazone

Kathy Hornberger '66

August 8, 2012

Pat - Your dad must have been a very special person, judging by all the wonderful comments that have been written by those who knew him. I'm so sorry for your loss.

Richard Gabriel

August 8, 2012

I'm so sorry to hear about Uncle Pat. He can now join his brothers and sisters at the table and play Tressette. Sympathy and love to you all. I remember one of my birthdays when we lived up on Central Avenue and Uncle Pat was there and he asked me if it was my birthday. I said yes, and he handed me a dollar bill. I was thrilled and never forgot that.

August 8, 2012

Dear Terry and Family.
I am sorry for your lost. My prayers are with you.
Lynne Welch

Anne Moscinski

August 8, 2012

Terry and family,
So sorry for your loss. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. I know it does not matter how old we are, losing a beloved parent is difficult. God bless!

Nick Audi

August 8, 2012

Dear Friends,
So sorry for your loss... I knew Patrick from Teresian House/Carmel Gardens when I would visit with my Mom, who also is now in Heaven... God bless you all during this difficult time.
Respectfully,

Dawn Scalisi

August 8, 2012

Thank you for trusting "Pops " to our care. While I am so sorry for your loss, I am so happy Pop is free from the grips of the terrible disease that finally took his life ! He will be missed by so many at Teresian House . Dawn Scalisi

Joe & Trish Bianchini

August 8, 2012

Pat and Terry,

Very sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

August 8, 2012

God bless him, he was a teriffic man. My Mom Joannie Michela will welcome him in heaven. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Deborah Michela Seep

Judi Van Vorse

August 8, 2012

Nancy and family Pat was the dearest friend to my sister Joni when they both worked at St. Annes in Albany, she adored him and he did her. He was quite the gentleman and you were fortunate to have him as a dad. Your loss is heavens gain and im sure he will be remembered by many as one of the true gentlemen of his day.

Tim Gaffney

August 8, 2012

To Patrick's family
I am sorry for the loss of Patrick. I knew Patrick from Carmel Gardens when I visited my Ma.
My prayers and thoughts are with you.

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