Walter Lewis Gabel (93) of Greenup
Published on July 23 2019 1:17 pm
Private family services will be held. The Barkley Funeral Chapel in Greenup is assisting the family. Memorials can be made to Sarah Bush Peace Meal 694 Castle Dr. Charleston, IL 61920. Memorials can be made to Sarah Bush Peace Meal 694 Castle Dr. Charleston, IL 61920. Online condolences may be left by clicking here.
Walter was born October 8, 1925 in Robinson to Harold and Irma (Green) Gabel. He married Phyllis Button June 2, 1945. Walter was a farmer and a union laborer. He enjoyed his family and was totally devoted to the love of his life, Phyllis. He possessed an admirable work ethic and was a conscientious farmer and dedicated employee, Walter enjoyed IH tractors, Ford vehicles and country music. He was a 40-plus year member of the Laborers Local 159 in Decatur.
Surviving is his wife of 74 years; four children Sheryl (Raymond) Shook, Carol Miller, Mark Gabel and Bob Gabel; one sister Luberta (Stan) Kiser of Champaign; ten grandchildren Brian Cox, Troy Cox, Amy Owens, Brandon Miller, Kelly Landrus, Ashley Gabel, Josie Gabel, Silas Gabel, Kennedy Sharp and Kodie Martin; 24 great grandchildren Jayce, Trenton, Aliyah, Camden, Zoe, Darby, Hadley, Jackson, Reed, Jude, Charlotte, Riley, Chloe, Brady, Maggie, Korbin, Kyla, Coen, Emmitt, Scotlynn, Hawkins, Swayze, Haven and Sage. Walter was preceded in death by his parents and son-in-law Roger Miller.