Thomas Gabriel passed away on Thursday, July 12, 2018. Born December 17, 1939 in Nazareth, PA, he was the son of the late Steven and Anna Gabriel. Mr. Gabriel attended Lafayette College in Easton, PA and after serving four years in the United States Marine Corps, he graduated from The University of South Carolina.

Mr. Gabriel enjoyed golf and especially duplicate bridge – achieving the Rank of Silver Life Master.

Surviving are his two sons Michael of Knoxville, TN and Jeffery of San Diego, CA; a sister, Pat Silfies of Nazareth, PA. Mr Gabriel also has four grandchildren, Marianne and Makayla of Knoxville and Colby and Cooper of San Diego.

A graveside service with military honors will be held 10 'clock, Tuesday, July 17th at Fort Jackson National Cemetery with The Rev. David H. Lauten officiating. Shives Funeral Home, Trenholm Road Chapel, is assisting the family.