Kenneth Ray Gabriel Obituary
The world bids farewell to Kenneth Ray Gabriel of Sherrills Ford, North Carolina, departing on January 12, 2025 at the age of 82. Kenneth Ray leaves behind memories cherished by the community. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.
In the echoes of fond remembrance, may a sense of peace be found, knowing that the memories held dear will continue to shape and inspire his loved ones, keeping Kenneth Ray's spirit alive in the hearts and actions of family and friends alike. While his presence may be gone, his impact lives on in the kindness shown to others and the joy found in the ordinary moments of life.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Clifford Ray Gabriel and Lola May Loftin Gabriel; his wife Joyce Bumgarner Gabriel; and his granddaughter Kensey Gabriel. He is survived by: his sons, Ryan Gabriel of Sherrills Ford and Rusty Gabriel (Joy) of Sherrills Ford; and his sister Myra Blackwell (Frank) of Sherrills Ford.
Visitation was held on Thursday, January 16th 2025 from 12:30 PM to 1:45 PM at the Hopewell Church (2211 Hopewell Church Rd, Sherrills Ford, NC 28673). A celebration of life was held on Thursday, January 16th 2025 at 2:00 PM at the same location.
Memorials may be made to Carolina Caring, 3975 Robinson Rd., Newton, NC 28658, Condolences may be sent to the Gabriel family at http://www.bennettfuneralservice.com.