Richard A. Gabel

Richard A. Gabel, 89, of Livingston, passed away on Sunday, February 11, 2018, in Livingston, NJ. Born in Jersey City, Richard grew up in Newark and graduated from the Newark public school system, and later moved to Lorelei Road in West Orange, before settling in Livingston in 1966. He worked as a mechanical engineer for Atlantic Design Company in Newark for 40 years, and later opened his own business, PARR Design in Livingston. He was an active volunteer with the Boy Scouts, Indian Guides, and coached Little League, and was as an avid handball player, playing in many tournaments and leagues throughout the years. Richard was a proud veteran of the US Navy, having served during WWII.

Richard was predeceased by his beloved wife, Alice, his dear son, Richard A. Gabel, Jr., and son-in-law David Veriepe. He leaves behind his loving children, Patricia Veriepe, Robert Gabel and his wife June, his adoring grandchildren Ashley, Jonathon, Caitlin, Lauren, Justin, and Brendon, his 2 great-grandchildren, and his sister Dorothy Teebo.

A memorial gathering will be held on Saturday, February 17, 2018 from 12-4 PM at the Quinn-Hopping Funeral Home, 145 E. Mt. Pleasant Avenue, Livingston, NJ. In lieu of flowers, donations in Richard’s name may be made to the West Essex YMCA.