Mark Blaine Gabriel
November 5, 1963 ~ February 6, 2024
Mark Blaine Gabriel, 60, of Jefferson City, passed away Tuesday, February 6, 2024, at his home surrounded by his family.
He was born November 5, 1963, in Alton, Illinois, the son of James Ernst and Nancy Lucille (Bushnell) Gabriel.
Mark was a 1981 graduate of Alton Senior High School. He also attended Lewis & Clark Community College.
Mark was united in marriage on September 11, 1982, in Alton, Illinois to Kathleen Lynn “Kathy” Belcher who survives at the home.
Mark worked for Ameren as a Gas Service Worker and retired in October 2019 after 27 years. He also worked for Pensacola Christian College for a few years as a plumber and enjoyed working with the students.
Mark was a devout Christian and faithfully studied the Bible, striving to be like Christ. He enjoyed spending time with family, fishing, time outdoors, gardening and sharing vegetables from his garden.
Survivors include his wife, Kathy; children, Luke Gabriel (Cara Dement), Jefferson City, Sarah (Thad) Beeler, Ashland, and Paul Gabriel, Jefferson City; his mother, Nancy Gabriel; two grandchildren, Ethan Gabriel, Burkburnett, TX and Avery Beeler, Ashland; and siblings, Kim (Chuck) Pierce, Gerald MO, and David (Deborah) Gabriel, Fosterburg, Il.
He was preceded in death by his father, James Gabriel and sister, Cindy Rice.
Visitation will be from 12 noon to 2 p.m. Saturday, February 10, 2024, at Trimble Funeral Homes in Jefferson City, followed by a Funeral Service at 2 p.m. with Pastor Chuck Pierce officiating.
Burial will be in Longview Cemetery.
Memorials are suggested to American Cancer Society.
Services entrusted to Trimble Funeral Homes – Jefferson City. trimblefunerals.com
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With Love, Annaliese and Steve has purchased 12″ Dishgarden for Mark Gabriel
Mark was one of the most sweet, upstanding young men I have ever know! I am deeply saddened at the news of his passing! I can I only say I rejoice with his family in knowing he is safe in the arms of Jesus with his sister and dad. He will welcome me and the remainder of his family one day, as we join him♥️
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Kim and Chuck and family,
Thoughts and Prayers for you all at this time.
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We’re so sorry to hear about Mark’s passing. He was a wonderful Christian man. Our prayers are with you, Kathy and Nancy, and all the family.
There are mo words.that will come during the great loss of Mark.
Only praying the Holy Spirit comforts the entire family and fills the empty place in your heart with God Himself.
~Love~ The Zini Family has purchased Tranquil White Lillies Basket for Mark Gabriel