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Obituary For Lewis Gamble, Jr.
The funeral services for the late Mr. Lewis Gamble, Jr., who departed this life on Monday, December 9, 2024, will be held on Saturday, December 21, 2024 at 11:00 a.m. from the Mt. Zion Baptist Church in Ashburn, Georgia. Reverend Gilbert Weston will deliver the Eulogy. Burial will follow in the Westview Memorial Cemetery, Ashburn, Georgia. Services may be viewed Facebook Live from the Shipp's Funeral Home Facebook page or by clicking the Video Stream link on this site's Home Page.
Lewis Gamble Jr. was born on November 12, 1961, in Ashburn, Georgia, to the late Lewis Gamble Sr. and Gertrude Cross Gamble He departed this life surrounded by loved ones in the comfort of his home.
Lewis was educated in the Turner County School System and built a 25-year career as a skilled and reliable forklift operator, earning respect for his hard work and dedication to his family.
Faith was the cornerstone of Lewis’s life. He joined Mt. Zion Baptist Church early on and remained steadfast in his spiritual journey.
Lewis found joy in life’s simple pleasures. He enjoyed music, traveling, discovering new restaurants, playing cards, and cheering for his favorite sports teams. Above all, he cherished creating lasting memories with his children, grandchildren, and friends.
On June 28, 2019, Lewis married the love of his life, Calandra Gamble. Together, they built a beautiful bond rooted in love, mutual respect, and shared experiences.
Lewis was preceded in death by his parents, Lewis Gamble Sr. and Gertrude Cross Gamble.
He leaves behind a legacy of love and cherished memories. Surviving him are his devoted wife, Calandra Gamble; his sisters, Doris Carithers (Marvin), Gwen Daniels (Solomon), and Teresa Gamble; his children, Germaine Lawson (Sabrina), Kimberly Gamble, Candice Caswell, Tekela Burgess, James Pitts (Jessica), Shaquita Smith (Martese), Dyshaeveona McCoy, and Caterra Cook; his grandchildren, great-grandchild, nieces, nephews, and a host of beloved friends.
He is also survived by his mother-in-law, Evelyn Edmondson; his fathers-in-law, Samuel Edmondson and Willie Charles Leary; his brothers-in-law, Keith Leary, Charles Johnson, David Edmondson (Kamika), Terry Edmondson (Janice), his sister-in-law, Tomicka Scott (Tony Scott Sr.); his aunt, Vivian Bateman; his special cousin, Gail Hall; and many extended family members.
Though he is no longer with us, Lewis’s love and spirit will remain “Forever in our hearts.”
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Tiffany Claiborne sent Heavenly & Harmony for Lewis Gamble, Jr. - December 19, 2024
May the Lord continue to cover and strengthen the family during this time. LOVE ALWAYS Cousin Tiffany and family.
Anne Marie Nolin sent Serene Lily Basket for Lewis Gamble, Jr. - December 19, 2024
With love, Grant and Anne-Marie Nolin and Nolin Steel family
Sorry to hear of Lewis passing. Went to school with Lewis class of 1979 prayers for all Gamble family
Praying for comfort and strength for the family during this difficult time.
-Sheldon & Shy Smith
To My Beautiful Family, Cousin Jackie always greeted me with the most brilliant smile and such a humble loving spirit. He was an amazing man loved by so many and will be missed by us all.
Love Always, Amanda McGee and Family
To my Cousin Lann and Family of Lewis, our deepest sympathy and condolences in these difficult times. May God continue to comfort and heal you. Love Susan & Maurice
May God comfort and strengthen your family🙏🏽! Pamela Pickens
Lewis was always so full of life and filled with laughter. Prayers for the family and may he rest in power.
Our condolences to the Gamble family. May God continue to strengthen and comfort you all. Sending you much love and prayers. Monique and Algenard Bryant
May God be the family strength praying for you all. Joan Mitchell, Helen White, Lezett Stafford, Genny Lawson, Beactrice Lawson
Josephine Norman, Bonnie Hill, Anthony Lawson ,Willie Lawson praying for the famoly strength
Laughter and love are the essence of the energy you blessed our family with and will truly be missed. We are forever grateful to God for allowing us time with you Cuz. LOVE ALWAYS Cousin Tiffany (Junice oldest daughter) and family.
Our deepest sympathy and condolences to the family.
Gregory and Mahalle Williams, Albany, GA.
Cuz I'm definitely going miss hearing you say "Hey Meathead" every time I saw you. You were not just a cousin but a big brother. We lived next door to each other on Jefferson Street for years. First my sister Cylia and now you. The tears are flowing but I know you both have a new body with no pain or suffering. Love you, until we meet again cousin. Dana Richardson and family.
To my family and friends. I'm sorry for your loss. Please know that you're in our thoughts and prayers, and we love you dearly ❤️
So sorry for your loss . Lewis was part of the Hall family. My mother loved him like he was her own, now they are together again. He was a nice person and we loved him but God loved him best. We're praying for the family strength during this time of bereavement. Love Reggie, Gerildine, Larry, Thajauna, Gwen and Brenda all of Hilda Hall Children .
We offer our Condolences LAN to you and your family. May God comfort and strengthen you during this painful and difficult time. You and your family are in our prayers! Abby Leggett-Tolliver
My deepest sympathy and condolences to the family.
My deepest sympathy and condolences to the family.
To my loving classmate and her loving famliy, my condolences and prayers are with you all.There are no words that will take the pain that you're feeling away. Just know that our GOD is in control and he's with you all every step of the way. Love Rachel Willis
Sending our deepest sympathy and condolences to my entire family. The Thomas's will continue to pray for the family strength and comfort. We love you and may God continue to bless you all through these times. Jerome and Latresa Thomas
You're in my thoughts and prayers, and I am here for anything you need—whether it's a shoulder to cry on, someone to share memories with, or simply some quiet companionship. May you find comfort in the love surrounding you and the cherished memories you hold....From the Kee Garland and Family (your cousin).
Praying for the strength of you and your Family during these hard times. God got you and will give his angels charge over you. So Patricia Walker-Pace
Praying for the strength of you and your Family during these hard times. God got you and will give his angels charge over you. So Patricia Walker-Pace
My condolences to Calandra and the entire family. Sybil
My condolences to the entire family. I pray God continue to give you all strength. Lewis, along with his pleasant smile and personality will truly be missed. Love you all. Lynette and Elizabeth from Miami, FL.
☦️SINCERE CONDOLENCES TO YOU ALL☦️ John Waters Sr & FAMILY
Sending our deepest sympathy and condolences to you our beloved sister Calandra. We sincerely pray for your strength and understanding during this difficult time and the days ahead. My birthday twin will truly be missed by many. Love you always, Terry & Janice Edmondson
Sorry for your loss 🕊 on behalf of the Tuckes, Madison, Deshavier families
I am so sorry for the loss of your husband. With deep sympathy, Ursula
Our thoughts and prayers are with my sister/friend Calandra and the family during this very difficult time. We pray that God provides the strength and comfort needed to endure this loss. Love, Eric & Jerri Dukes
So sorry for your loss family may our God keep you, we love you Bobby and Emma
On behalf of Taquivia Joiner and family we send our condolences and prayers to the Gamble family. Rest in Peace uncle Lewis.
My sincere condolences to the Gamble family. May you find strength and peace in God durning this time of loss. The absence of his presence is felt but fond memories remain. Working with Lewis was a great joy and pleasure.
Sending our sincere condolences to you and your family. May the memories of your loved one bring you comfort during this challenging time.
Kevin & Leanita Arnold
Sending prays and love to you and your family. If there is anything or any way I can help you get through this time of need. Please let me know 🙏.
Sending our condolences and prayers for strength to the family.
Dorothy, Rhonda and Yolanda John
Many prayers may God give you all strength. The family of Germaine Lawson. THE LUCY FERGUSON CLAN
Sending my heart felt condolences to the family.
Queen Carithers
On behalf of the McCoggle family...we would like to send our sincerest condolences to the family and friends of Mr. Gamble. We pray that God comfort and strengthens you all in the days, months, and years ahead.
Love you, Nakia McCoggle
Sharing our heartfelt sorrow for the loss of a great man whose smile, generosity, and wonderful personality touched so many lives. It was a privilege to have known Lewis, his loss is felt deeply. Our sincere condolences to Calandra and the family with love, Terry & Shirley Poke
To my beautiful cousin Calandra, I'm so sorry for your loss. Sending you so much love and peace during this devastating time. To the rest of his family and friends I'm also sending you all so much love and grace. Rest in peace Mr. Lewis Gable, Jr.
Our prayers are with the wife and family. Heaven gained a beautiful soul. May God bless and strengthen each of you at this time. Love-William, Khamani, and Allison Roberson
My sincere Condolences to the family. My heart goes out to his beautiful wife. This is a tough pill to swallow. Rest well Sir.
Tonya Brown and Family.
To the family with my deepest sympathy and condolences. I'm going to continue to pray for you all may God strengthen and comfort y'all in your time of need. Love you always cousin Jackie you will be missed but never forgotten. Geraldine S. Dixon and family
We are sending our condolences to his wife and family. Lewis had a pleasant soul and he will truly be missed. We are sending healing prayers to the family. The White Family of Union City, Ga.🙏
What an amazing person and what a remarkable life. I feel so blessed that Lewis was a part of our family and he will truly be missed. My family and I offer sincere prayers and condolences. From Tim Cross and family.
We love you and we will miss you. Prayers goes out to the family. May God keep you and strengthen you is our prayers.Your neighbor.. Pastor Nathan,Janie,and Fabion and family.
So sorry for your loss,n sending my prayers n condolences out to the familys Velvet Coney n family
My heart goes out to the family with deepest sympathy and may God continue to bless the family as they go through this 🙏 from Leroy Spears and family
So sorry for y'all loss family. Lewis was a nice person and we loved him but God loved him best. We're praying for our strength during this time of bereavement. Love Min. Gloria Westbrook Mathis. And My mother Ruth Westbrook sends her condolences as well.
Sending my deepest sympathy and condolences to my sister-friend Calandra and the entire family and friends. Continued prayers of comfort during these times and the days to come. Love you- Sonya Walker
On behalf of Willie Mobley Jr. and Family. we Send out our deepest condolences to the Family and friends. Rest in peace my dear friend. We love you but God loves you more.
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