CELEBRATING THE LIFE OF WORLD WAR II ARMY VETERAN "MR. CLAUDE GAMBLE"
WHEREAS, one of Chicago's most distinguished soldiers's known for his years of commitment to meeting the needs of others was called home on Friday, October 22,2010. World War II Army Veteran Mr. Claude Gamble answered his Redeemer's call, "Come for I have prepared a place specifically for thee, a mansion designed with shelves that will display photographs of the lives you touched; and along the walls words embossed with bronze lettering that will say, "My Good and Faithful Servant I Am Well Pleased With Thee." As the tears fell from the eyes of World War II Army Veteran Mr. Claude Gamble he extended his hand upward and connected with his "Heavenly Father."
WHEREAS, the scriptures states, "The steps of a good man are ordered by the Lord," I must say, "World War II Army Veteran Mr. Claude Gamble fits the biblical description perfectly; he was a visionary, an advocate for righteousness and a warrior ready for battle. World War II Army Veteran Mr. Claude Gamble understood the difference between being a leader in the community and one that only chatters.
WHEREAS, Now I speak on behalf of every generation when I say, "World War II Army Veteran Mr. Claude Gamble" name was more than just an average name." Every letter in his first name stood for something. Courageous in so many different ways, Leading others down the right path was utterly important to him, Anointed to fulfill each of his assignments, Unity among nationalities and cultures was his ultimate goal, Dignified was his natural make-up and Eternally grateful for the love and compassion shown to him over the years; now, therefore
WHEREAS, he leaves to honor his legacy seven children: Willie Earl (Rosalyn), Brenda (Deloise), Sheilah, Yolanda (Keith), Keith, Kim and Brian (Ruthie); nine grandchildren: Willena, Jacquelin, Dawn, Dante, Danye, Bria. Jakobi, Kyndra and Brooke Dakota; and eight great grandchildren; two brothers, Tom, Jr., Ocie; one...
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