Charlotte E. Gabler
March 1, 1941 ~ April 15, 2008
Charlotte E. Gabler, 67, of Paris, PA, passed away Tuesday, April 15, 2008 at Mercy Hospital in Pittsburgh. Born March 1, 1941 in Steubenville, OH, she was the beloved daughter of the late Charles Frank and Elizabeth Georgia Dresel Thermes.
Charlotte was an active member of the Paris Presbyterian Church, having served as the Financial Manager, Elder and Treasurer. She was the Treasurer for the Borough of Burgettstown, was past president of the Women's Creditors Association, a board member of the Hanover Park Board who founded Hanover Park and was a member of several area card clubs. She was a cherished friend to everybody, always volunteering a helping hand and always welcoming friends and family to her home. Charlotte lived a caring and active life that was always full of love and laughter. She enjoyed music and theater. As long as Charlotte was around, no one was without a friend, a warm smile and a kind word.
Charlotte is survived by her loving daughters Christine Elek and her husband Stephen of Bethel Park, PA, Linda Gabler and her husband Doug Purcell of Ramsey, NJ, Jane Bodo and her husband David of Steubenville and Tammy Cain of Weirton; brother Frank Thermes; sister Ursula Thermes both of Homestead, FL; three grandchildren Elizabeth and Elena Elek and Gabrielle Bodo; nephews Lucien and Marcus Thermes of Homestead, FL and niece Angelique Martin of Los Angeles, CA.
Friends will be received Friday 2-4 and 7-9 PM at the Greco-Hertnick Funeral Home, 3219 Main Street, Weirton where funeral services will be celebrated 1:30 PM Saturday with Reverend Christina Hosler presiding. Interment will be in Chapel Hill Memorial Gardens.
Memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Association, 5455 North High Street, Columbus, OH 43214.
Funeral Home:
Greco Hertnick Funeral Home
3219 Main Street
Weirton, WV
US 26062
Dear Chrissy, Linda, Steve, Elizabeth and Elena; We’re so sorry for your loss and for not being able to be with all of you right now. Know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. Love, Alan, Margie & Claire
Janie and family, We are so very sorry to hear about your mom. She was a great cousin to our family, so kind and loving all the time. We all will miss her deeply. God be with all of you at this sad time. love, Peggy & Joe
CHRIS, LINDA, JANIE AND GABBY: WORDS CANNONT DESCRIBE OUR SADNESS AT THIS TIME. YOUR MOM WAS SUCH A SPECIAL LADY AND WE WILL NEVER FORGET HER SMILING FACE. SHE WAS A TRUE WOMAN OF FAITH, AND LOVED HER FAMILY AND FRIENDS DEARLY. WE WILL MISS HER IN CHURCH, BUT WE CHERISH THE MEMORIES WE SHARED. YOU ARE IN OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS TODAY AND ALWAYS.
Janie & Family: We’re so sad to hear about Charlotte. She was wonderful to our family and we will all miss her very much, especialy my mother. You are in our thoughts and prayers. God Bless you all. Love, Jerry & Maria Dresel & family
To all of my mother’s friends: I would just like to say thank you for all of the ways you have touched my mother’s life. She has always considered herself such a wealthy person because of all of the blessings she has received from you. Please look back and smile every time you think of her because she would always smile, that wonderful smile, every time she has thought of each and every one of you. Remember this: they are not gone; those that live in our hearts. I really appreciate all you have done for my family.
Chrissy, Linda & Janie: My deepest sympathy to all of you. Your mother was a very special person that always made be smile. She will be sadly missed by all. Jill Yoho Lee
Janie and family, I was deeply saddened when I learned of Charlotte’s passing. My heart goes out to you and your entire family. Your Mom was so caring and always made me feel like part of your family and she did always put a smile on my face. I know that I will cherish those memories I have for the rest of my life. My thoughts and prayers are with you, Dar Penn
Chrissie, Linda, Janie: Our families are so saddened by the news and we all send our deepest sympathy and prayers to you and your families. Your mother will always be remembered for her fantastic smile as well as the most cheerful, optomistic, fun-loving person anyone had the honor of knowing. “Charlie” left us all with such precious memories! May God continue to bless you. Love, Michele, Lisa, Lori, Mary & Tony
To Charlotte’s cheristed daughters: I’m just heartbroken at the loss of such a dear and wonderful person. Your mother was one of the kindest and most thoughtful people it has been my privilege to know, and I will treasure her memory for the rest of my life. With deepest condolences, Patty
Chrissie, Linda, Janie.. My family extends their deepest sympathy in this great loss… What a joy it was to know your mother.. Her personality always made you smile.. even when she was down.and you would try to cheer her up.. she would turn the tables and make you feel special.. God needed a special angel.. so he called your mom home..She is up in Heaven looking down and smiling.. My prayers are with each of you.. Paulette Blaine Hart and family
Janie and Family, I was saddened to learn of Charlotte’s passing. I only met her once but have never forgotten her or our conversation. Her kindness toward my brother will always be remembered. As Christians we know that death is not final and our hope is in the Lord. May His peace comfort you.
Dear Chris,Linda,Janie and family, I am so sorry to hear of your loss.Your mother was a wonderful person and a true gift from God. She had a beautiful smile and a wonderful personality. I know she touched many peoples lives with her caring and loving kindness. I will keep all of you in my thoughts and prayers.Remember this is not the end ,we will all be rejoicing together with our heavenly father some day. I know she is in his hands right now. May his loving arms surround all of you and give you peace.God bless you, Love Judy, Shawn and family
With deepest regrets for your untimely loss.
DEAREST FRIEND CHARLOTTE HOW SAD THIS WORLD WILL BE WITHOUT YOUR SMILEING FACE I WILL KEEP YOUR MEMORY IN MY HEART ALWAYS. MAY YOUR FAMILY FIND COMFORT IN KNOWING HOW YOU ARE LOVED BY EVERYONE WHO KNEW YOU & HOW YOUR LIFE GAVE JOY TO EVERY ONE MAY YOU REST IN PEACE I KNOW YOU ARE BRINGING JOY TO GOD’S HOUSE NOW GOOD-BY MY FRIEND. DEE
Dear Linda & Gabler Family, Sorry to hear about the passing of Charlotte. We never had the pleasure of meeting her but know how beloved she was and know that her Memory lives on in all who knew her. With deepest sympathy, Richard Costa & Gary Sitomer
Charlotte! You have a website! I’m so happy to be friends with your daughter, who you should be so proud of. I’m glad I got to meet you…love, Paige
Thank you to all of the Angels that have been at our side in these last few sad days. You have all been so tremendously comforting, loving and helpful. But mostly thank you for being the true riches of my mother’s life. She was so blessed by your unconditional love. I am indebted to you all.
I am so glad that God had placed Charlotte in our lives. I will miss her wonderful smile and laughter. She had a wonderful way that made you feel welcome no matter what. Heaven is a bit merrier now.
So very sorry for your family’s great loss. God is with you all.
To my Godmother I could not have had a better role model then Charlotte. My deepest sympathy to her family find comfort in your mother’s love for all of you. May GOD’S open arms hold your mother ever=so=close She will always be in our hearts.
To the Gabler Family: My heart sank when I heard the sad news of Charlotte’s passing and I extend my deepest sympathy to all who loved her. May our Lord comfort you in your great sorrow. She was a wonderful asset to our community in every way and will indeed be missed. No one was more caring and kind. We know she continues to smile now for God and all his angels.
Jane, David, and Family- I’m so sorry to hear of Charlottes passing! She was a wonderful lady! I can still remember back when she brought Mrs. Sugier to church. May you always remember the happy times. God Bless! Tiffany
We feel so blessed that Aunt Charlotte was able to come see us in February. Frank’s face lit up when he saw Aunt Charlotte. It meant the world to him. She was such a breath of fresh air. I’m grateful that our girls were able to get to know her. She will be missed. Jennifer & Marcus Thermes (Homestead, FL)
I just wanted to say that I’m so sorry for your loss. I will always remember her smile. And I thank God that she was a part of my life. Just think. She is up there with all of the other guardian angels that watch over us every day…including my dad.