Francine Gabel, age 62, of Massillon, it is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Francine on October 27, 2017. She was born May 2, 1955 to the late Freddie and Diana Francis. Francine graduated from Canton Central Catholic High School and had worked for Massillon City Schools. She was a devoted wife and mother. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her brother, Christopher Francis. Francine is survived by her husband, Michael Gabel; loving mother of, Erica (Anthony) Kosher; beloved grandmother of Ella Kosher; sister, Sunday (Warren) DuBois; brothers, Fred (Mary Jo), Phillip and Domnick Sr. (Cheryl) Francis; aunt, Laura Lombardi; several nieces, nephews, great nieces and nephews and cousins. A private committal service will be at Ohio Western Reserve National Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to OWRNC Beautification Fund 10175 Rawig Road, Rittman, Ohio 44270. The love and strength she gave us all will endure even after she is gone. Her life was a gift she shared with us all. Please sign the guest book.