April 23 1943 September 24 2022
Obituary Joseph l. Gaebelein, 79, passed away peacefully on September 24, 2022. Beloved husband of Kathie Gaebelein (nee Rygiel); loving father of Joseph (Kim), Matthew (Laura), Jeff, Todd and Drew. Adoring grandfather of Kari, Matty, Josh, Evan, Jenna, Quinn, Brock and Keira; dearest brother to Claude (Deb), Tom (Lora), Greg, and Mark (Patsy- deceased). Caring brother-in-law to Dennis Rygiel (deceased) and his wife Mary Ann. Thoughtful uncle to Steven and Robert Rygiel and Jason, Amanda (deceased), and Jennifer Gaebelein. Joe always had a smile for everyone. In recent times when asked how he was, Joe always said, “Best Ever.” Joe co-founded the I-71 BNI group. He was active in Rotary, Medina Leadership, United Way, and the North Coast Men’s Chorus. Joe was a Lector and Lay Minister. He loved to travel with family and friends. Joe’s unending sense of humor will live on in his sons. In lieu of flowers, family suggest memorial contributions be made to: Borromeo Seminary where Joe spent 6 years, Holy Family Hospice, Alzheimer’s Association, or the charity of their choice. Friends and family may call at St. Victor Church Saturday, October 8th, 2022 from 9:30 a.m. until Mass of Christian Burial at 11:00 a.m. followed by a lunch gathering. Private interment at a future date.
Our most sincere sympathies to the family and friends of Joseph I Gaebelein April 23 1943 September 24 2022.
Death notice for the town of: Cleveland, state: Ohio