Eugene “Gene” Gambrel, 80, of Wolcott, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, January 19, 2022 at IU Health Hospital of Lafayette.
He was born November 24, 1941 in Knox County, Kentucky to the late Harl and Ida (Patterson) Gambrel. His marriage was to Faye M. Minniear on May 29, 1967 in Tazwell, TN. Faye preceded him in death on August 11, 2009.
Gene worked for RCA of Monticello in the Mill Department for over 30 years until the business closed. He would later work as a custodian at Tri-County High School until his retirement in 2003.
Gene loved camping at Little Creek Campground of Rensselaer, watching westerns, and spending time with family.
He is survived by a daughter, Carol (Jack) Scott of Lafayette; grandchildren, Melissa (Ryan) Wood and Courtney (David) Hicks.; sister, Bonnie (James) Woolum of Arjay, KY. Gene is also survived by four great-grandchildren, Addison who shares the same birthday as great-grandpa, Ella, Lincoln, and Noah.
Preceding him in death along with his wife and parents are sisters, (twin sister) Allene, Lucy, and Ann. Brothers, Earl, Lester, and Arelee.
Friends may call from 12 PM (EST) until the time of Funeral Service 1 PM (EST) Tuesday, January 25, 2022 at Foster-Clapper Funeral Home of Wolcott. Pastor Tom Bennett to officiate. Interment to follow in Palestine Cemetery of Wolcott.
Memorial contributions may be made in Gene’s name to the American Heart Association.
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