| Location | Dartford, Kent, England/ Tuam, Co. Galway, Ireland |
| Age | 42 years |
| Cause of Death | Drowning |
| Date of Birth | 13/03/1965 |
| Date of Death | 30/09/2007 |
| Visitors | 641 since 22/08/2009 |
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Gabriel was tragically taken away from us on a Sunday afternoon in September 2007 after experiencing
difficulties during an organised scuba diving session with a group at Killary Harbour in Co. Galway.
He was only 42 years old. Sadly, we’ll never know what really happened during that ill-fated dive
but we pray every day that he went peacefully and that he didn’t suffer in any way. An extensive
search was carried out for him when he went missing and involved the Coastguard rescue teams,
Clifden Lifeboat (part of the Royal National Lifeboat Institution (RNLI)), the Galway Sub Aqua Unit
and the Garda Sub Aqua Unit. We’ll always be so grateful to them for finding Gabriel so we could
bring him home and lay him to rest in a place that he loved close to where he grew up in Ireland.
He’s missed so much by the whole family – his parents, brother and four sisters – all his
aunts, uncles and cousins – and his memory will always live on through each and every one of them.
He’s also sadly missed by his fiancée who will always cherish the memories of the time they
spent together.
Gabriel was such a free spirit and wasn’t afraid to travel abroad either alone or with friends. He
was always on the move! Every mode of transport was used in his eagerness to travel – motorbike,
bicycle, car, plane, boat and ship. He did it all! Music was always a passion of his and he loved
going to concerts or just seeing bands play live at various venues. He loved going out and was a
typical bloke who loved sharing a pint and having a good laugh – he had a wicked sense of humor!
Some of his chat up lines should have gone down as the ‘worst’ in history! However, they
obviously did the trick as he ended up engaged to Dagmara who he was with for four years. He was a
naturally funny guy and would say and do things that would have you in stitches or looking back in
disbelief! You never knew what he was going to come out with next! He loved wildlife and even had a
pair of binoculars to help him identify various species. He could even do an impressive imitation
of a cuckoo calling with his mouth and hands! His sense of adventure lead him to learn how to scuba
dive and he went on many trips with the Bexley Sub Aqua Club which he just loved. Photography was
also a great talent of his and he took many amazing pictures on both land and under water. He
worked hard as a health and safety manager in London and was a much valued member of staff. No stone
was left unturned when Gabriel was on the case! It’s hard to believe that such a vibrant person
with such a passion for life is no longer with us but we’re thankful he was part of our lives and
will always be grateful for the times we all spent together.
xxxxx We’ll never get over losing you Gabriel xxxxx
I thought it would get easier but the pain of missing you gets worse. I long to hug you and see your smile again. Life is not the same without you. We all miss you soo much. Mum and dad are always talking of the memories we shared, we will always remember you. We are soo thankful for the memories we had and the laughs we shared. I will neva forget ur loud laugh, your jokes and your smile. Your in my heart forever Gabes x x x x x
** Missing You **
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.............((............ A ray of sunshine came & went
.............) \........... A beautiful treasure only lent
............( , ).......... A prayer
.........._ `|'_........... A tear
...........| () ||......... A memory so dear
...........|.....||........ Each day of my life
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** A family reunion especially for you Gabriel **
The whole family met up in Ireland last weekend for a special memorial mass for you Gabriel. We had it in the Mercy Convent in a little chapel which made it really special and personal. Afterwards we went to visit your grave where your headstone has just been finished and it's really beautiful. I hope you know how much we miss you and pray that you were with us all in spirit over the weekend. It's still very hard to accept that you're gone. xxxxx
Thank You
A big thank you to Grainne, Gerry, Sophia & Stephen who are getting mass said for Gabriel this weekend at their local parish in Newcastle. And also, a big thank you for lighting candles in his memory. Love from us and all the family xxxxx
Feel no guilt in laughter, he knows how much you care
Feel no sorrow in a smile that he’s not here to share
You cannot grieve forever, he would not want you to
he’d hope that you can carry on, the way you always do
So talk about the good times and the ways you showed you cared
The days you spent together, all the happiness you shared
Let memories surround you.
A word someone may say
Will suddenly recapture a time, an hour, a day
That brings him back as clearly as though he were still here
And fills you with the feelings that he is always near
For if you keep these moments, you will never be apart
And he will live forever locked safe within your heart
To my loving family
Don't grieve for me,
for now I'm free
I'm following the path
God laid for me.
I took His hand when
I heard His call
I turned my back and left it all.
I could not stay another day,
to laugh, to love, to work or pray.
Tasks left undone
must stay that way,
I found that peace at
the close of day.
If my parting has left a void,
then fill it with remembered joy.
Perhaps my time has
seemed all too brief;
Don't lengthen it now
with undue grief.
Lift up your hearts,
and share with me
God wanted me now,
He set me Free.
I stood by your bed last night;
I came to have a peep.
I could see that you were crying you found it hard to sleep.
I spoke to you softly as you brushed away a tear,
'It's me, I haven't left you, I'm well, I'm fine, I'm here.'
I was close to you at breakfast,
I watched you pour the tea,
You were thinking of the many times, your hands reached to me.
I was with you at the shops today; your arms were getting sore.
I longed to take your parcels, I wish I could do more.
I was with you at my grave today; you tend it with such care.
I want to re-assure you, that I'm not lying there.
I flew with you towards the house, as you fumbled for your key.
I gently landed on you; I smiled and said, 'it's me.'
You looked so very tired, and sank into a chair. I tried so hard to let you know, that I was there.
It's possible for me, to be so near you everyday.
To say to you with certainty, 'I never went away.'
You sat there very quietly, then smiled, I think you knew...
in the stillness of that evening, I was very close to you.
The day is over... I smile and watch you yawning and say 'good-night, God bless, I'll see you in the morning.'
And when the time is right for you to cross the brief divide,
I'll fly across to greet you and we'll stand, side by side.
I have so many things to show you,
there is so much for you to see.
Be patient, live your journey out...
then come home to be with me.
I light a candle for you
wishing I could see you
but all I have is the candle flame
which makes me miss you all the more
So shine brightly little candle
and shine for all to see
that I'll never forget you Gabriel
till the end of time comes near
Jacque xx
Missing You
* * * (\ *** /) * . *.* Always remember how much we love you..
.* . * ( \(_)/ ) * * .* . .Always remember how much we care
.* . * (_ /|\ _) . *. *.* .Always shine bright in heaven..
.* . * . /___\ * . . * . * 'Cos you are a special Angel there
*. * . * . * . . * *.*.* . you will be missed ♥
Uncle Gabriel
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┊ ┊ ┊ ♥ Those we love don't go away
┊ ┊ ♥ They walk beside us every day,
┊ ♥ Unseen, unheard, but always near,
♥ Still loved, still missed and very dear.
With love Always
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