Gabriel R. Sabelko, age 16 of Eau Galle, died peacefully and unexpectedly in his sleep on Wednesday, August 4, 2021 at his home.
Gabe was born on January 19, 2005 in Eau Claire. He was the son of the Kristopher and Rebecca (Gilles) Sabelko. Gabe grew up on the family farm in Eau Galle, attended Assumption Catholic School and was currently enrolled at Durand High School. From a young age, Gabe enjoyed helping out on the family farm. He was very passionate about his sports, playing football, basketball, baseball, wrestling and shooting trap. Gabe loved spending time outdoors, spending quality time with his family and friends fishing and hunting. Coon hunting with his siblings and many friends was one of his favorites.
Gabe is survived by his parents, Kris and Becky; siblings, Brittan, Spencer, Leah, Isaac and Kayna, all at home; grandparents, Elaine Sabelko of Durand and Donald & Carleen Gilles of Waupaca; aunts and uncles, Lori (Joe) Danzinger of Mondovi, Lonnie (Karen) of Durand, Amy (Jodie) Winter of Durand, Ann (Todd) Prissel of Durand, Jill (Tony) Gruber of Meridean, Sarah (Randy) Peterson of Plum City, Paul (Jill) of Elmwood, Carl (Laura) of Eau Claire, Brad (Sarah) of Ella, Rhonda (Kris Wolsey) Gilles of Schofield, Rob Gilles of Schofield and Ryan (Melanie) Gilles of Stevens Point; special friend, Alayna Brantner of Rock Falls, cousins, other relatives and friends. He is preceded in death by his grandfather, Charles Sabelko.
Funeral Mass will be held 11:00AM Monday, August 9, 2021 at Holy Rosary Catholic Church-Lima in Durand. Rev. Timothy Reiter and Rev. Emmanuel Asamoah-Bekoe will officiate. Burial will be in the church cemetery. Visitation will be from 4:00PM-8:00PM Sunday at the Rhiel Funeral Home and one hour prior to services at the church on Monday.
Rhiel Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Durand, is serving the family.
Condolences
Tara Huebel
Your family is in my thoughts and prayers as I just learned of Gabe's passing on a sports news clip. May you find comfort and peace. Awesome kid from an awesome family.
Crystal Dow
I'm so sorry for your loss. We are all neighbors in our small communities and we all mourn for the families. I'm so sorry
Patti Blount
I'm sorry to hear about the passing of Gabe. Sympathy to the family during this difficult time.
Todd and Dana Leipnitz
Sending your entire family our sympathies, thoughts, and prayers! We did not personally know Gabriel but we are in the community and heard that he was a wonderful boy. Our hearts go out to you…may God be with you during this difficult time.
Larry and Vicki Hagness
Our hearts go out to the entire Sabelko family. Our deepest sympathy.
LuAnn and Randy Hayden
Kris, Becky and family,
My heart is breaking for your family. He was taken from you far to soon..
No parent should have to lose a child.. Gabe will surely be missed by all who knew him. We are thinking of your during this time. Hugs to you all.
LuAnn and Randy Hayden
Kevin Woolsey
April and were absolutely devastated to hear of this. Although I met Gabe once as a boy, I've continued to hear (from his Aunt Rhonda) about what a good young man Gabe was becoming.
Our condolences to Gabe's parents, his siblings, and the entire family.
Greg Fay
I was deeply saddened to hear about Gabe's passing ... My thoughts are with the entire family and all of Gabe's
many friends ...
Jim and Nancy Helmueller
Sending our sympathy to all the family on the loss of your beloved, Gabe. Heart breaking!
Nancy and Jim Helmueller
Melissa & Ally Ganz
Our hearts are breaking for you and your family. Losing a soul so young as Gabe is something no one never ever thinks will happen.
We will be thinking of you all today, tomorrow and in the days to come. We lit a candle in honor of Gabe at church this morning. Ally and I aren’t able to attend the wake or funeral but know that you all are in our thoughts and prayers every day.
Missy & Ally Ganz
Gary & Judi Bauer
Our family extends our sympathy to you Kris and Becky and your family. It is never easy to lose a loved one young or old. You have your memories that will remain with you all forever. Heaven has gained a special Angel.
Keeping you all in our prayers
Kim and Lynette Wagenbach
We will never know the pain you are feeling but we wish to express our heartfelt sympathy for your loss. May Gabe rest in peace and may God give you all comfort at this time of such sorrow.
Doug and Becky Smith
Kris and Becky and family
Our deepest sympathy goes out to you all on the loss of Gabe. He was a wonderful young man.
Angie (Dock) Anderson
Kris, Becky & family~
There are no words that can express our deepest sympathy of the unimaginable loss of Gabe. You are in our prayers and our thoughts during this difficult time.
Angie, Desiree & Drew Anderson
DANIEL Traun
Kris , Becky and family. I am so sorry for your loss and the pain that you are going through now. You are in our thoughts qand prayers.
Bob and Chris Schlosser-Brown
So sorry for your loss. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers.
Larry & Carol Bauer Prissel
Kris and Becky and Family Our Heart and Prayers go out to you all. May God Bless and watch over you all
Eric and Melissa Mikelson
So sorry for your loss you are in our prayers
Donna and Dick Karshbaum
So Sorry for Your Loss, Hugs and Prayers Sent to You All, God Bless you All ????❤️????
Paula
To. ANN AND Todd and family so sorry to here about Gabe he sounds like a wonderful person I'll keep your family in my prayers always
Allan and Pat Baier
We are so very sorry to hear about Gabe's passing. We can't imagine the pain your hearts are feeling right now. Please know that you and your family are in our prayers. We know that God is taking care of Gabe for you.
Rick & Estella Bauer
Kris, Becky and family. Our Deepest Sympathy on your loss. Gabe is a very special young man to be proud of. Our prayers are with you and all your family.
Mike, Brittnie, Austin & Allie McMahon
Sending love and prayers to all of you during this difficult time and days ahead.
Pat and Cindy Auth
Kris, Becky and family. We are sorry to hear about Gabe. Our sincere sympathy and prayers for you and all your family.
Tom, Kim, Wyatt & Caterina Wood
May god wrap his arms around your family and provide all that is needed during this difficult time. We send many thoughts, prayers and hugs! Tom, Kim, Wyatt & Caterina Wood
Judy and John Parr
Hugs to all at this tuff time prayers of help to heal are with you
Amanda and Paul Glaus and family
Our hearts are breaking for all of you. May God wrap you in his love and bring you peace and comfort at this most difficult time.
Roxie and Greg Glaus
Our deepest sympathy to all of the Sabelko family for your sudden and tragic loss of Gabe. When hearts are grieving, God comes near. We pray that He holds all of you close and comforts you .
Love and prayers,
Audrey Ryan
Kris, Becky, and family,
We are so broken-hearted to hear about Gabe. Gabe had a smile that will always be etched in our hearts. May God be with you during this difficult time.
Kathy Hutter-Messier
No words can express how sorry we are to hear of your loss of Gabe. We have known him through our grandkid and their school events. His smile will shine on forever. Prayers for you all
Patty George
Kris, Becky, and Family,
Words cannot even begin to let you know how much our family is thinking of you and praying for you. Knowing Gabe through our son Alan in sports and church, our heart aches for you. May God bring you peace.
Barb Abraham
Kris and Becky, I am so sorry to read of the loss of your son. May God hold you close and comfort you. My thoughts and prayers are with you!
Mary A Schwartz
Kris,Becky and family
Words can not say how sorry we are for your loss of Gabe you are in our thoughts and prayers at time heaven has gained another angel . Steve said whenever he would see the boys in the bottoms they always waved they always seemed to know who he was Steve and Mary Schwartz
Mary Lechner
Kris and Becky and family
I was so sorry to hear about Gab.
I know God has a hand on each one of your shoulders to help you through this. My prayers are with you all. Hugs to each of you.
Mary Jo Lechner
Gary and Rose Sabelko
Sincere condolences to Kris, Becky, and Family. Keeping all of you in thoughts and prayers. May our Lord carry you through this sorrowful time. tygy
Aaron & Lori Ellenbecker
Becky, Kris & Family,
We are so sorry to hear about Gabe and can’t even imagine what your family is going through. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. Hugs and love to all of you.
Aaron & Lori Ellenbecker
Monica and Dallas Heitman
My heart aches for you all! Gabe was such a fun loving and kind young man~ Our deepest sympathy, with many prayers and hugs!
Sheila Lewandowski (Zinkowich)
Becky, my heart aches for you and your whole family. My deepest sympathies to you. I hope you can find peace with this.
Kris Anibas
Kris, Becky and family—There are no words that can express our deepest sympathy of the unimaginable loss of Gabe. You are in our prayers and our thoughts during this difficult time. Heaven truly gained an angel.
Joel Hanson
May this bring you some peace, during this difficult time.
'I Am Standing Upon The Seashore'
I am standing upon the seashore.
A ship at my side spreads her white
sails to the morning breeze and starts for the blue ocean.
She is an object of beauty and strength.
I stand and watch her until at length
she hangs like a speck of white cloud
just where the sea and sky come
to mingle with each other.
Then, someone at my side says;
"There, she is gone!"
"Gone where?"
Gone from my sight. That is all.
She is just as large in mast and hull
and spar as she was when she left my side
and she is just as able to bear her
load of living freight to her destined port.
Her diminished size is in me, not in her.
And just at the moment when someone
at my side says, "There, she is gone!"
There are other eyes watching her coming,
and other voices ready to take up the glad shout;
"Here she comes!"
And that is dying.
Becky Bien-Jilek & family
Kris, Becky & family- my heart aches for you as you endure the sudden loss. May God hold you close and wrap you all in his arms in the hours, days and weeks ahead. Sending you love, strength and prayers for peace in your hearts.
Stacy Burr
No words can express the deep sympathy we feel for your sudden loss. May memories of Gabe help to heal your hearts. ❤️ Love and prayers to your whole family.
Jamie, Stacy, Pierce & Brody Burr
John and Patty Wayne
Our Heartfelt Sympathy goes out to you and your family. May God Bless you with the strength your family will need in the days, weeks and months ahead to get through those hard times and find peace.
Ann Oberding
Sending love, prayers and peace to Becky, Kris and the entire family for the loss of this sweet young man.
Denise Fetzer
May you feel God's arms around you in the comfort of your loved ones and friends during this difficult time. Sorry for your loss.
Ron & Gloria Lavicka
Our deepest sympathy to you and your whole family, our prayers for strength at this most difficult time.
Patricia Bauer
We are so very Sorry for your loss, we are thinking of Gabe’s whole family. There is another Angel in heaven.
Dave and Pat Bauer
Dick & Dorothy Shannon
So sorry to hear of your loss
Rose Glatczak
I am so sorry for your loss. You are all in my thoughts and prayers
Nick and Sue Sperger
We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.
Nicole Brantner
Thinking of your family during this difficult time. Deepest thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Brian Dawn Brayden Ian Havens Keane Thompson
Kris Becky and Family
We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Gabe was such an awesome young man. We Will be greatly missed.
Pat Petrie / Kurth
My condolences to the entire family!!!
Fran Fedie
So sorry for your loss thoughts and prayers to all your family
Audrey (Fedie) Jaenke
Dear Sabelko Family, my heart goes out to you and I’m offering up prayers that you find peace and comfort in your treasured memories.
Rita and Larry Gruber
Kris and Becky and family our heartful sympathy to all.
I always admired you two and your family. You will all be in our prayers.
Tom- Rita Lyon
Kris-Becky n Family
It is with heavy heart learning of the devastating news about Gabe. What a Special Angel Heaven has gained.
Sending Hugs- Caring Thoughts n Prayers to all of you!
Tom n Rita Lyon
Krystal, Brad, Grayce and Gabby Wood
Kris, Becky and Family,
We are so sorry for your loss. Our heartfelt sympathies and condolences. Prayers of comfort and peace in the coming days as you mourn the loss of Gabe.
Gary and Rosey Asher
Kris, Becky, and Family,
We send our sincere sympathy and prayers. May God's love surround you all.
Gary and Rosey
Bill Clouse
My heart is broken for your loss. I didn’t know Gabe well but knew his older siblings and enjoyed getting to know them and see them grow. Your family is incredible including your extended family. If there is anything you need just let me know.
Carolyn Bob Ambuhl
Kris, Becky and Family
I am so sorry to hear about your loss of your son, My heart goes out to you all, with thoughts and prayers. Bless all your hearts.
Sincerely, Bob and Carolyn (Sabelko)
Marty & Diane Prissel
Becky, Kris & family words cannot express how truly sorry we are for your loss. Prayers and love are sent your way????????
Cyndi Gould
Kris, Becky and family- thinking of you all in this difficult time. Sending prayers and hugs.
Brad & Jill Anderson
Our Deepest Sympathy to you all. Sending love and hugs and praying for Peace and Comfort during tnis most difficult time. ????
Trinity DeLong
My condolences go out to the family and his loved ones. Difficult times, lean on your loved ones and hold them close. All of you are in my thoughts.
Peter and Cindy Schwab
God bless you all at this sad and difficult time. May you find comfort in memories and peace knowing that family and friends are here for you.
Duane & Tammy Sinz
Kris & Becky and family. we are so sorry to here of your sudden lose. be assured your whole family is in our thoughts and prayers
Doug & Donna Gruber
Kris, Becky and Family,
We are so sorry for your loss. Our heartfelt sympathies and condolences. Know that you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Michelle and Brad Olsen
So sorry for your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers...
Sue Milliren
Chris & Becky , Our deepest sympathy ! Prayers and love to you and all your family !!! Tom & Sue????
Lynn and Kathy Wittig
Our deepest sympathy to all in family. God bless. Lynn and Kathy Wittig
Jake Hurlburt Family
Words can’t describe the pain of losing a loved one, especially a child. We grieve with you and pray for the peace and comfort that only God can provide. Our deepest condolences to your entire family.
Krista, William, and Alex Albers
Kris, Becky, and family,
You are all in our thoughts and prayers. May you all know the community is here for all of you. Blessings
Tanya Risler
So sorry to hear of your sudden loss. My husband grew up in Eau Galle. My father is a cousin to Carleen Gilles. Prayers are with you all.
Corey Jariann Jacey Cayden Bauer
Kris Becky and kids
There are no words but our hearts hurt for you! Thoughts and prayers! Hold memories close! Know we are all here if you need anything! Much love!!!!!
Jeff, Lacey, Porter & Cooper Richardson
Kris, Becky & Family,
No amount of words can express how sorry we are for your families loss. We are sending you love and prayers and hope you are able to find strength during this dark time.
Tom and Allicia Pfeilsticker
Our deepest sympathies to you and your family.
LEONA BRAUN
My deepest symphony to the family and grandparents and children I'm so sorry I'll have you in my prayers gctxkjlx
Tony, Dawn, Andrew, Allison, and Abigail Pfaff
Kris, Becky and Family:
Our hearts ache for your family and we hope in Gabe’s passing, you guys are able to cherish each memory, photo and much more of Gabe. Stay strong! We are keeping your family in our thoughts and prayers.
Tony, Dawn, Andrew, Allison, and Abigail Pfaff
Randy & Audrey Richardson
Kris and Becky - So sorry to hear of your loss. Our hearts are breaking for you and your families. Thoughts and prayers to the Sabelko and Gilles families
Jean Fredrickson
My thoughts and prayers are with you and all the
Family keep strong God is wtth you
Terri, Mike and Savanah Dematteo
Kris, Becky, and family,
Our hearts ache for all of you. We can't imagine the void Gabe's passing leaves for all of you and everyone who knew him. We pray that you will be able to find peace as you cherish the memories. Keeping you all in our prayers, Terri, Mike and Savanah D.
Chad and Becky Mason and family
Sabelko family, we are so very sorry for your tragic loss. You raised a wonderful young man who has been and will continue to be a positive role model for my son and many others who were blessed to know him. He will be missed by many. Sending up many prayers and much love your way.
John and Beth Bauer
Kris and Becky - Family and Friends,
We will be praying for all of you. May God give you comfort and strength.
Susan Trotterchaud
Shelby Trotterchaud’s family is sending prayers we are so very sorry for your loss may GOD show his Grace on your entire family much love ????
Phil Hanson
Kris, Becky, everyone,
The unexpected passing of a loved one so young grips everyone with a heavy heart. Thank God for close families and friends to help each through the heartaches!
With prayers and memories,
Phil
Hailey Richardson
Kris, Becky, Brittan, Spencer, Leah, Isaac, & Kayna:
An unimaginable loss. I am so sorry, my heart breaks for you all. I always enjoyed talking to Gabe at the races or when he would stop at the farm. Great kid with a great family. I'm sure the fish bite really good in heaven. Hang on to the good memories I'm sure you all have. Much love to you all.
CJ & Hailey
Terry & Connie Weber
Kris & Becky, I will never forget the first time meeting Gabriel at the stockyards. I asked him his name, he said Gabriel & I said "Oh like the angel"....he just grinned. May God hold you and your family in his arms and close to His heart. Sending our love & prayers!
Chris & Sharon Pratt/Savannah Erdman
So very sorry and our deepest thoughts and prayers during this heart breaking time. We will always remember the good spirit of Gabe and the brightness he showed to others. Please know our hearts are with you.
Cheryl Traun
Our heartfelt condolences go out to the Sabelko family!!!
Kris McKenzie
Kris & Becky,
I am so saddened to hear about your son, Gabe. Praying for peace and comfort in the days ahead for your family. May the memories you hold of Gabe give you light on your darkest days. Thoughts, prayers, and love,
Kris McKenzie (Metcalf)
Dale and Laurel Gruber
Sincere sympathy and friendship for you and your family. Much love and prayers being said for you all.
Arnold Bilderback
Kris ,Becky and family, I am so sorry for your loss. 5
Gay Hurlburt
Your hearts must be breaking. Please know of my love and prayers.
Roger & Pat Claflin
Kris and Becky~ You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. The loss you are suffering is so tremendous it would be hard to see past it. May all your beautiful memories of Gabe help you through this difficult time. ????
Debbie
I am so sorry for your loss. My heart is heavy knowing your pain. May God wrap his arms around you and help you through this difficult time. Hugs and prayers.????????????
Jeremy Wagner
Your family is in the thoughts and prayers of our family. We don't know you or the rest of your family, but our son Cody knew Gabe, wrestled him, and thought quite highly of him and considered him a friend. I met Gabe and talked to him briefly when he and Cody wrestled in middle school. He was a very nice young man. You should be proud. I can't imagine the pain and emptiness you are feeling, but hopefully it helps knowing there are people praying for your family. May God ease your pain.
Nate Flanders
Many thoughts and prayers. May God provide you all comfort in this time of loss.
Mandi, Chad, Zoie & Maya Smith
Kris, Becky and Family - Thinking of you all during this very difficult time and sending many prayers.
Linda and SteveTalford family
Deepest sympathy to the Sabelko and Gilles families. May your memories carry you through the upcoming days. Prayers for you all. ????
Jerry & Sue Bauer
Chris,Becky and Family…There’s no words to express how sorry we are in hearing of Gabes passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Jerry & Sue
