Gabriel Vasquez Jr.'s Obituary
Gabriel Vasquez Jr., age 49, passed away peacefully on Thursday, June 6, 2024, at the Cleveland Clinic after a lengthy illness. Gabriel was born on October 24, 1974, in New York City, New York, to Gabriel and Diane (nee Colon) Vasquez Sr. His family relocated to Lorain when he was just three months old, where he grew up and built a life filled with love, family, and community.
Gabriel was a proud graduate of Admiral King High School, class of 1993. As a teenager, he worked at Fligner's Market, where he developed a strong work ethic that would define his career. For three decades, Gabriel dedicated himself to his profession working on the line at Ford Motor Company. In 2019, he started the apprenticeship program at Ford to become a pipefitter. He was still finishing the program when he became sick. He retired on June 1, 2024, after 30 years of distinguished service.
A member of St. Joseph Catholic Church in Amherst, Gabriel's faith was an important part of his life. He was also a passionate Cleveland Browns fan, known for his unwavering support of the team through thick and thin. Gabriel found joy in fishing, golfing, and above all, spending time with his family. He was a devoted father, deeply involved in his children's activities, never missing his daughter's soccer games or his son’s football and basketball games. Gabriel was an amazing friend and neighbor.
Gabriel's memory will be cherished by his loving wife, Christina (nee Guerrero) Vasquez; his daughter, Gabrielle Vasquez; son, Xavier Vasquez; his parents, Gabriel Vasquez Sr. and Diane Vasquez; sister, Lisa (Dorian) Rosemark; niece, Mirabelle Rosemark; sisters- in law, Lisa Antic, and Brandy (Chris) Kelly; several other nieces and nephews; and his beloved Chocolate Lab, Kylo. He is preceded in death by his maternal grandparents, Joe and Dora Colon, and his paternal grandparents, Anna Sandoval and Luciano Vasquez.
Family and friends will gather to celebrate Gabriel's life on Wednesday, June 12, 2024, from 4:00 to 8:00 p.m. at the Dovin and Reber Jones Funeral & Cremation Center, 1110 Cooper Foster Park Road, Amherst. Funeral services will be held on Thursday, June 13, 2024, at 11:00 a.m. in the funeral center, with Rev. Father Timothy O'Connor, Pastor of St. Joseph Church, officiating. Interment will follow at Ridge Hill Memorial Park.
In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in Gabriel's memory to the Amherst Jr. Comets. Online condolences can be left for the family at www.dovinreberjones.com.
Gabriel Vasquez Jr. will be remembered for his dedication to his family, his community, and his unwavering spirit. He will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved him.
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