Born 9/1/1933 in Lincoln, CA
Departed peacefully 12/14/2019, San Jose CA at the age of 86
One of Eight Brothers and Sisters, Gabe is survived by one brother and two sisters, Luis, Rosie and Cathy.
Gabe made many lifelong friends as he worked in the beverage industry for establishments such as Almaden Winery, The Ferrari Brothers, Joseph George Distributors while also bartending at the famous “George’s” and “The Red Stag”. Gabe also worked for the County Transit, driving a bus and eventually retired from the US Postal Service in 1996.
Gabe had a love for cars, golf and fishing and in his later years loved watching golf, tennis and old westerns. He cherished the time he spent with his family and friends. Gabe will be remembered most for his compassion, wisdom and sense of humor.
Survived by his wife of 63 years, Doreen and four children. Debbie Mantoan, Dianna (Johnny) Ramos-Williams Flannery, Tim Ramos and Kathleen (Jim) Vela. Gabe cherished his Grandchildren, Michael Mantoan, Kimberly (Anthony) Hayes, Michael Williams, Alyssa Vela and JJ Flannery as well as his Great-Grandchildren, Holden, Isalena, Kali, Mila and Agustus
Rosary Service on Thursday, December 26th from 6-8pm
Oak Hill Funeral Home and Memorial Park, Chapel of the Roses
300 Curtner Avenue
San Jose, CA 95125
Funeral Mass Services on Friday, December 27th from 10-11am
St. Martin of Tours Parish
300 O’Connor Drive
San Jose, CA 95128
Graveside Services following Mass
Oak Hill Funeral Home and Memorial Park, Location: Apostles
300 Curtner Avenue
San Jose, CA 95125
Reception/Celebration of Life will follow in the Hall at Oak Hill.
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