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Robert Gabriel Obituary
Robert P. "Bob" Gabriel, age 69. Loving father of Jennifer (Michael) Oppegard and Bobby (Tania) Gabriel. Dear grandfather of Michael Jr. and Bobby Jr. Dear brother of James (Barbara), Phyllis (late George) McEvilly and Joyce (late Earl) Weber. Beloved son of the late Edward and the late Helen Gabriel. Husband of Lynn. Fond uncle and great uncle of many. Bob was a dedicated owner/operator of Gabriel & Sons Heating & Air for over 30 years. Visitation Friday, March 7, 2025 from 3:00 – 8:00 p.m. with a Prayer Service at 7:00 p.m. at the Richard Midway Funeral Home 5749 Archer Ave. (corner of Lorel). For more information, please call 773-767-1840.
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Mar
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3:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Richard-Midway Funeral Home - Chicago5749 Archer Avenue, Chicago, IL 60638
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