 I am so sad to know that Lea has passed away.  I know that she is in heaven with Jesus and is a peace and rest.  My love to you Rich, as well as the family.  She is missed.

I heard about Lea Carol's death when I was in Nashville for my mom's birthday.
I pray the you find comfort in knowing that Lea Carol is resting in Christ's arms. I will continue to pray for all her family and friends who will miss her greatly. My memories flashback to fun times on Donna Drive and the fun we had as twirlers in the band. My sincere condolences -


I first met Lea at her sister's office in WPB a few years ago.  I was immediately struck by her beauty and charm.  There was a glow that exuded, even though she was not in the best of health.

My husband was invited to pray with her and he, too, was struck by her beauty, charm, innocence and spirituality.   She never once complained about what she was going through.    He prayed with her and has continued to do so ever since.   We both read her book, "Lessons In the Dark" and have been totally inspired by it.  She wrote him a beautiful note that I have saved to this day. 
    
Lea's passing has deeply saddened us, as we had been hoping to pay her another visit, but did not want to be intrusive.  She was one of those rare gems, who has touched so many lives despite her prolonged illness.

May she rest in peace and may God grant her family members the strength and grace to cope during this difficult period.
 
Moilan Joseph
West Palm Beach, FL.


I first met Lea at her sister's office in WPB a few years ago.  I was immediately struck by her beauty and charm.  There was a glow that exuded, even though she was not in the best of health.

My husband was invited to pray with her and he, too, was struck by her beauty, charm, innocence and spirituality.   She never once complained about what she was going through.    He prayed with her and has continued to do so ever since.   We both read her book, "Lessons In the Dark" and have been totally inspired by it.  She wrote him a beautiful note that I have saved to this day.
     
Lea's passing has deeply saddened us, as we had been hoping to pay her another visit, but did not want to be intrusive.  She was one of those rare gems, who has touched so many lives despite her prolonged illness.

May she rest in peace and may God grant her family members the strength and grace to cope during this difficult period.

Moilan Joseph
West Palm Beach, FL.

Lea Carol was a very dear friend. She had such a kind heart. I will never forget the great times we had together. My thoughts and prayers are with Rich, Mrs. Graves, Brett, Joe Scott, and Pat.

With sincere condolences for those who mourn, and with sincere joy for Lea, who is now healed and whole with Jesus.

She was a beautiful child and grew up into a lovely young woman. Blessings to her mother and family. We will always remember her as a beautiful young woman.

What a joy it was to know Lea. She loved her Lord Jesus and 
she was not ashamed of the gospel! My condolences to her family
and to all that knew and loved her. May you find peace in
knowing that she is with her Lord, Savior and King, knowing no more tears or pain.
In Christian Love, Janet ~ Murfreesboro, Tn

Anyone who knew Lea,would say WoW after she walked out of the room .she just left you feeling better,stronger and more positive.....she was quite a  woman .she touched many soul's with her kindness.she will be remembered with a smile .my condolences

I offer my deepest sympathies to the family of Lea Gabel. May our loving God help you to find peace as stated at Phillipians 4:7.

I'm sorry to hear of Lea Carol's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with her family and loved ones

Even though I did not see her much lately we always tried to stay in touch through email and letters. She is and was my oldest bestest friend. My thoughts and prayers with you and all the family.

May the Lord wrap you up in His love and grace and fill you with His peace which transcends all understanding.

Gail,I am so sad from hearing of LeaCarol's death, I only heard about it today, I had known that she was quite ill and I apologize for not calling you,Andy and I always loved you and Bill and your family,prayers for all of you.

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Such a beautiful person inside and out.  I have sweet memories of her from St. John and HCC. Always smiling. May you find peace in knowing that she battled hard but was ready to meet our Lord.

Gail I was so sorry to hear of lea Carol's death  
She wAs such a sweet and talented person.    Love, Jo Carolyn

I am so sad to hear of Lea Carol's passing. I have the fondest memories of her and time spent at her house and band trips as high school friends. She will be missed my many. There was not a sweeter person around. Praying for all of you. May God wrap you all in his loving arms.

Praying for your family.  I was a roommate and sorority sister of Pat's.  My daughter is named Lee Carol- guess where the idea came from?  A sweet girl to live up to...tell Pat she's in my prayers

I will always remember you!! Good times!! Many! A beautiful woman and great person whom I will miss dearly. Wish I could have been there!

Gail, My heart aches for you and family.
My love, 
GERALDINE Whitten Billingsley

Gail, I am sorry for the loss of your sweet daughter. We remember attending Lea Carol and Richard's wedding in your beautiful back yard.  May God bless you and help you through the coming days.

Such a beautiful person!   I have only wonderful thoughts and memories of her.  Prayers to the family, the Lord has gained an angel to his flock.  Rest in peace.

I have so many great memories of her. Rest in Peace sweet girl. I've loved you always.

Jimmy and Teresa Burks send our prayers to the family. Lea Carol sang in our wedding 35 years ago. She was a sweet person and we will miss her.

A wonderful person taken too soon.  Sending love and peace

My heart aches for you Gail. Giving up a child must be the most difficult thing a mother can do. I never met Lea, but apparently she was a beautiful daughter in all ways. May God bless you and give you strength and courage to help you through this difficult time. Love, Janice

These are tough times. I hope for all, that as the days pass much of the sadness turns to pride and gratefulness for the times you had together. She was clearly a beautiful and loved soul.

These are tough times. I hope that as the days pass by that much of the sadness is replaced by pride and gratefulness for time you had with her. She was clearly a beautiful and well loved soul.

Our prayers are with all of Lea's family at this sad time.  God has called one of His precious souls Home.
Bob and Carole Gomer (Milford, Oh)

We are deeply saddened to hear of Lea's passing.  May you find comfort in knowing that she is no longer in pain and suffering and home with the Lord.
God Bless Lea's family and friends and may he bring peace during this time of loss.

My deepest sympathy to all of Lea's family and friends. I was so privileged to call her my friend. She was a amazing woman. I will miss her dearly.

The loss of a life taken too soon,
Leaves me sad and feeling doom.
Lea will be missed every single day,
A kind soul, beautiful in every way.
It is hard to break up such a strong bond, but through the love of her family, Lea lives on.
Never shall we speak of Lea in defeat,
She went toe to toe with the ugliest beast.
So go tell her tale of courage and fight, how she battled cancer with all of her might.
In the end our Lord had final word, and called home his beautiful new bird.
Soaring high above you, way past the clouds, is beautiful Lea smiling and laughing loud.
When she looks down it is YOU she see's, watching you closely with love and glee.
God Bless!

Words cannot express how our hearts are saddened and hurt for your loss.

Sending comforting thoughts and prayers to you all. What sweet memories I have of our time together as childhood friends.

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief.  May your memories bring you comfort.

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

OBITUARY

Lea Carol Gabel

July 20, 1962 – January 22, 2015

Pettus-Turnbo Funeral Home

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