George G. Gabbert Jr. of New Richmond, Ohio, born December 15, 1926, passed away February 22, 2013.

Mr. Gabbert was a WWII veteran, graduate of Ohio University, former mayor of Chilo, Oh., business owner, teacher, thirty-second degree Mason, friend, confidant, and hero to his grandchildren.

He leaves behind his loving wife of 65 years, Delores M. Snyder Gabbert, three daughters, Maryellen Gray (Randy), Linda Shinkle (Dennis), and Barbara Donohoo (Guy Montgomery), thirteen grandchildren, twenty-two great grandchildren, numerous nieces and nephews, and hundreds of church family and friends.

The Veteran’s Home conducted a red, white and blue honor ceremony for Mr. Gabbert. His remains were transported by Cahall Funeral Home to U.C. College of Medicine. George suffered from Parkinson’s disease and hoped his body donation could help students learn more about the disease. No memorial service is planned.

For information about body donation contact:

U.C. College of Medicine, Eden Avenue Sabian Way, Cincinnati, Ohio (513) 558-5612.

For information about Parkinson Disease contact:

The American Parkinson Disease Association, University of Cincinnati, 260 Stetson Street, Suite 2300, Cincinnati, OH 45267-0525

The Cahall Funeral Home, Georgetown, served the family.