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Edward R. "Gabe" Gabriel, Sr. entered into eternal rest on Monday April 30, 2018 at the age of 84. Edward was born in New Orleans, LA. to the late Hebert F. Gabriel, Sr and Agnes Albertha Gabriel. Edward served in the United States Army, ranked as a Corporal, and was Honorably discharged in 1955. Edward was employed as a letter carrier with United States Postal Service. He retired with 36 years of combined Military and Postal Service. Edward was an original member of the Young Men Orleanians Social and Pleasure Club. Edward was preceded in death by his beloved wife of 52 years, Evelyn "Cookie" Gabriel, four brothers Winston, Carl Sr., Hebert Jr. and Januarius "John" Gabriel. Edward leaves to cherish his memories his two children, Edward R. Gabriel, Jr. (Paulette) and Linda Ann Gabriel St.Cyr (Melvin), five grandchildren, Edward Raymond Gabriel III., Casey Julique St.Cyr, Raina Michelle Gabriel, Alicia St.Cyr- Roby (Damien), and Railan Anthony Gabriel; one great grandchild, Dylan Jordan Roby and his dearest nephew Deacon Brian Anthony Gabriel, Sr. Edward is survived by four sisters and two brothers; Gwendolyn Thomas, Norvel Gabriel Sr., Olympe Gabriel, Kirkland Gabriel Sr., Marion Gabriel, and Sharon Gabriel. Also survived by a host of Godchildren and other loving family members and friends. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Christian Burial Mass on Monday, May 7, 2018 at Our Lady Star of The Sea Catholic Church at 11:00 AM, 1835 St. Roch Ave., New Orleans LA. 70117. Visitation begins at 10:00 AM. Interment: Restlawn Park Cemetery 3540 Hwy 90, Avondale, LA 70094.

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