Col James Franklin Gamble, Sr Obituary - Visitation & Funeral Information

Colonel James Franklin Gamble Sr. 88 of Guntersville, passed away late Tuesday evening, May 30, 2016 at his residence. Colonel Gamble was a member of VFW Post 5173 and he served as past: Commander, Vice Commander, Jr.Vice Commander, Trustee, 1,2 and 3 year terms. He was a member of the American Legion Post 114 where he served as past: Sr. Vice Commander, Jr.Vice Commander, Trustee, 1,2 and 3 year terms. He was a member 40/8 National Past Chef de Gare Club Voiture #1012, and a member of the USS LSM-LSMR Association LSM/R #247 and a Life member of the National Guard Association of Alabama and Enlisted Association. Colonel Gamble is survived by his sons; James Franklin (Frank) Gamble Jr., Steven Craig Gamble and Brain Keith Gamble, daughters; Olita Lee Gamble Yarberry and Jaydie Lynne Gamble Fay. 16 Grandchildren and 9 Great Grandchildren. Colonel Gamble is preceded in death by his wife: Doris Helen Lawler Gamble and parents: James Albert and Willie Oletta Johnson Gamble. In Lieu of Flowers, donation may be made to Diamond United Methodist Church, Guntersville Alabama, Alacare Hospice, www.alacare.com or Village Mountain Mission at www.villagemountainmission.org. A memorial service will be held, Thursday, June 9, 2016 at Diamond United Methodist Church at 10 a.m. with burial to follow at Diamond Cemetery. Guntersville Memorial Chapel Directing

Col James Franklin Gamble, Sr

September 14, 1927 - May 30, 2016