Mrs. Ella Marie Gabriel

October 20, 1959 - June 13, 2020

Mrs. Ella Marie Gabriel !!!ATTENTION!!! Note: Services will follow guidance from the State of Louisiana and State Fire Marshal office for gatherings. The family recognizes the tremendous outpouring of love and support from family, friends and loved ones but are bound to adhere to guidance as dictated for respective providers for viewing and religious services consistent with Phase 2 of reopening during the continuing health emergency. For details see (Faith Gatherings): https://opensafely.la.gov/PublicLinks.aspx Funeral services will be held at 1:00 PM Saturday, June 20, 2020 at Williams Funeral Home Chapel in Opelousas, LA, for Mrs. Ella Marie Gabriel, 60, who entered eternal rest, Saturday, June 13, 2020 at her residence in Opelousas, LA. Interment will be in Serenity Memorial Park with Military Honors. Mrs. Gabriel is survived by her husband, Harry Gabriel of Opelousas, LA; her father, Walter Major of Opelousas, LA; two brothers, Xavier Major, Sr. and Nathan Barnaba (Jackie) both of Carencro, LA; an aunt, Shirley Major of Leonville, LA; an uncle, Joseph Major of Port Barre, LA; three brothers-in-law, Larry Gabriel (Jude), Pernell Gabriel and Craig Gabriel; two Godsons, Malik R.T. Dabney and Eries Jones; a Goddaughter, Af-rica Brown (Anthony) and a host of extended family members and friends. Mrs. Gabriel was preceded in death by her mother, Rita E. Major; a sister, Rita Mae M. Collins; paternal grandparents, Gustave & Amanda Major; maternal grandparents, Peter Esprit & Angelina Charles Esprit; a niece, Pamela J. Collins; two nephews, David Major and Jamaican Major. Visiting hours will be observed from 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM Friday, June 19, 2020 and 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM Saturday, June 20, 2020 at Williams Funeral Home. Share words of comfort with the family of Mrs. Ella Marie Gabriel on her Permanent Life Tribute Page at www.williamsfuneralhomes.net. Be the first to post your most treasured memory Ella. Show your support by sharing a personal message or story, meaningful photo or video, or record a video message using your webcam. On behalf of the family, we encourage you share your personal experiences and preserve the memory of Mrs. Ella Marie Garbriel for future generations to come. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to Williams Funeral Home of Opelousas, 337-942-2037.