- Date Of Birth: August 9, 1951
- Date Of Death: June 6, 2023
- State: New Jersey
Thou shalt love the Lord thy God with all thy heart, and with all thy soul, and with all thy mind. This is the first and great commandment. And the second is like unto it, Thou shalt love thy neighbor as thyself. – Matthew 22:37-39
BOCA RATON; June 6, 2023 – It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved husband and father, Gabriel Shabo, who departed to his heavenly home on June 6, 2023. He was 71 years old.
Born in Beirut, Lebanon, Gabriel Shabo overcame countless challenges and adversities. Despite this hardship, he exhibited unwavering resilience and an indomitable faith instilled from his beloved parents, Lahdo Shabo and Warde Shabo (née Mirza), that would shape the rest of his life.
Gabriel possessed a heart overflowing with kindness and selflessness. He embraced every opportunity to help those in need, dedicating his life to making a positive impact on the lives of others. His empathy and compassion knew no bounds, and he constantly sought to alleviate the struggles of those around him. He was profoundly generous and self-sacrificing not only to his family but to everyone he met. He was a deacon of St. Stephen’s Syriac Orthodox Church in Miami and truly encompassed this role in every aspect of his life.
Above all, Gabriel was a godly and devoted family man. He cherished his role as a loving husband and father with his beloved wife, Alice Shabo (née Eckel). Together, they built a home filled with warmth, love, and compassion. As a father, he was a constant source of guidance and support, instilling in his children values of integrity, altruism, leadership, and gratitude. He was a pillar of strength and a source of inspiration for his family, always ready to lend a helping hand and offer sage advice.
Tragically, in the latter years of his life, Gabriel endured 9 years battling metastatic cancer.
Gabriel will be remembered for his unwavering love, his tireless dedication, and his boundless generosity. His legacy lives on through the countless lives he touched and the lessons he imparted to all who had the privilege of knowing him. His departure leaves an immense void in the lives of his family and friends, but his memory will continue to serve as a beacon of strength and inspiration.
Gabriel is survived by his loving wife, Alice Shabo (née Eckel), beloved children, Sarah, David, Leah, and Gabriella, and son-in-law, William. He is also survived by his brother Michael, two sisters, Fahima and twin Mary, and many cherished nephews and nieces. We find solace in the knowledge that Gabriel is now reunited with his parents, his late brother Father Elias, and late sister Aliza, looking down upon us from heaven above.
May Gabriel’s soul find eternal peace, and may his memory forever be a blessing to us all. Rest in peace, knowing that your love and impact will forever resonate within our hearts.
