Birth date: Mar 1, 1957 Death date: Jun 11, 2024
Harry “Jim” James Gabel Jr. was born on March 1, 1957, in Greenville, MI, to Harry and Mardell Gabel. He and his older brother, Mike, grew up in Whitehall, MI across the road from a blueberry farm. Jim relished sharing his childho Read Obituary
I am adding our sympathy of the loss of Jim. He was such a nice man, always very friendly, and had a beautiful Tenor Voice. We very much missed hearing his solos at Faith Covenant Church after he and his family moved from Farmington Hills. Jim's voice was so clear, you could always understand every word he was singing! Please accept our sympathy for your loss to your entire family. Nancy, Malcolm and Bill York
Dear Beth,
I will never forget that beautiful voice! Jim was such a gift to the music program at Faith. I was so blessed to get to sing with him in several Lucia celebrations. Always kind and gentle, Jim was an unassuming presence until he began to sing! Gotta say, he was sort of funny too! He will be missed for certain. Sending our love.
Rhonda and Lars Anderson
Dear Beth and family members,
One of our memories of Jim were the times shared during Faith Covenant choir events. Several of these included a choir retreat along the shores of Lake Huron at a Methodist Church camp. The four of us shared a cabin together which was a blast of laughter, fun and singing, of course. Other choir retreats were held at our home in Rochester Hills where the fun, laughter, food and music continued. Choir rehearsals with Missy and the gang were delightful and St. Lucia events always memorable. But, the best part? Jim's remarkable tenor voice that allowed us to swoon in church! His pure tone and ability to vocalize the true message of hymns and other types of music will remain in our hearts for many years to come. We know that Jim sings with God's angels. May your hearts rejoice and find peace in God's promise of eternal life.
Denny and Nancy Sandberg
