Carole Gabriel, precious wife of David Gabriel and beloved mother of Paul, Shane, Shannon, Andrea, Benjamin, and Katie is now resting with her Lord and Savior. She was surrounded by her family after a week-long battle for life, in the St. Peter’s ICU against an invisible enemy.
Carole married her high school sweetheart, David, and remained faithfully in love for over 50 years. She left behind 6 children and their spouses, 14 grandkids, and a fur baby.
As an amazing artist and entrepreneur, she left her genius touch wherever she went. She was a talented potter from the renowned Archie Bray Foundation, a contributor in the Helena Quilters Guild, a benefactor of many charity groups, and could make a room sparkle with her inspiration. As the owner of the well-loved Country Barn, her creative talent is sprinkled throughout the country.
Many know Carole for her general love of people, her compassionate nature, and dedication to her family. Her kind words, heartfelt gifts, and strong beliefs were a blessing to everyone. The world lost a beautiful treasure when Carole departed this world. Her greatest legacy is the gentle, but vivacious spirit she instilled in each of her loved ones. A piece of her loving nature remains in every life she touched.
She would want those who knew her to remember that her light was from the Lord, her loving heart was her superpower, and good hugs heal many hurts.
There will be a celebration of her life on Thursday, June 24th at 3 p.m. at Anderson Stevenson and Wilke Funeral Home, 3750 N. Montana Ave. Special thanks to those who helped ease her last moments, the friends and family who continue to send their prayers and love, and those helping our family grieve at this heartbreaking loss.
Service Schedule
Memorial Service
3:00 p.m.
Thursday June 24, 2021
Anderson Stevenson Wilke Funeral Home
3750 N. Montana Ave
Helena, Montana 59602
Service Schedule
Memorial Service
3:00 p.m.
Thursday June 24, 2021
Anderson Stevenson Wilke Funeral Home
3750 N. Montana Ave
Helena, Montana 59602
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Marge says
So sorry to hear about this. I will always remember the years of hobby club sessions with Carol. And she was so talented with clay work. I have several pieces of her artwork. I certainly missed her country store when she moved on to other adventures. My deepest sympathy to her family. Thoughts and prayers for you all at this difficult time.
Connie A Jerome says
We are so saddened to hear of Carole’s passing. Our heartfelt prayers are with each and every one of her family members. The Obituary truly captured her true essence. We shall see you again someday, but not yet. Sending our love. Connie & Kelly
Doug and Cathy Kelley says
Although it has been years since we have seen Carole, we remember her with great fondness. Our thoughts and heartfelt prayers are with Dave and the rest of her family.
Lonita Lee Dalton says
I am saddened to hear we lost such a loving wife, mother and accomplished artist and entrepreneur as Carole. I will always remember her joyous smile and infectious laugh and the times we spent herding our children around together when we were young mothers. Deepest condolences to David, the children and grand children and the fur baby. A special angel is watching after you now!
Mary Pat Sias Dutton says
I went to school with Carole and remember talking and laughing with her on the bus. Years later I stopped at the newly opened Country Barn and there she was. It was wonderful to catch up and to learn of her artistic and creative successes. She was a very special person and I was blessed to know her. My condolences to her family.
Amanda costco says
I am so sorry for ur loss of such a wonderful lovely women of the Lord. I have seen the happy fruits of luv in her. The battle has already been won over the invisible enemy. She is in our saviour, Jesus Christs hands. Many prayers for u all. Blessed are those who mourn for they will be comforted!!.