Obituary of Debbie Gabriel

Debra ‘Debbie’ D. Gabriel, left us to be with the Lord on Wednesday, August 18, 2004 after courageously fighting breast cancer for seven years. During this long battle Debbie never complained about her pain or the distress caused by the cancer treatment. She was always ready to help others with a big smile and a gracious heart. Debbie’s compassion for others was evident in everything she did and said. Her passion for teaching allowed her to influence the lives of children and teachers alike. Debbie will be missed and her life will continue to be an inspiration for all who loved her. Debbie is survived by her husband of 33 years Bob Gabriel, her son Bobby Gabriel, Jr of Little Rock, AR, her daughter, Nicole Gabriel of Kill Devil Hills, her mother Julia D. Manherz of Wintergreen, VA, her brother Tom Duncan of Long Beach, CA and many wonderful uncles, aunts, cousins and friends. Debbie was pre-deceased by her father Captain Jack M. Manherz, USNA; retired, infant sister, Julia E. Manherz and in-laws George and Mimi Gabriel. A Celebration of Life will be held at Saint Andrews by the Sea Episcopal Church, Monday, August 23, 2004, at 5:00 p.m. Friends may join the family at Twiford’s Funeral Home, Sunday, from 7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the American Cancer Society, Greenville Administrative Resource Center 930-B Wellness Drive, Greenville, N.C. 27834. 800-282-4914.