Robert “Jerry” Gabel, 76, of 1289 High St., passed away Monday (March 31, 2025) surrounded by his family.

Born May 5, 1948, in Meadville, he was a son of the late Rex and Inez (Winima) Gabel. He was a 1966 graduate of Bradford High School.

Jerry worked for Bradford Pipe and Supply, then 17 years as production supervisor at Graham Packaging until his retirement in 2010. He later did landscaping with Dom Piganelli “Always Green” Landscaping.

Jerry was a social member of the Italian Club, VFW and American Legion. He also enjoyed fishing and golf.

Surviving are one daughter, Jodie Gabel of Lewis Run; one son, Jeffrey (Cathy) Gabel of Bradford; three grandchildren, Jessica Aloi, James Aloi and Michael Aloi; and one sister, Rae Tennant of Olean, N.Y.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by one daughter, Shannon Marie Falconi Gabel.

A celebration of life will be held at a later date to be announced. Burial will be in Upper Hills Cemetery in Cambridge Springs.

Memorial contributions if desired may be made to St. Jude Children’s Hospital.

Funeral arrangements are under direction of Hollenbeck-Cahill Funeral Homes Inc. Online condolences may be expressed at hollenbeckcahill.com.