Racine – Gabrielle Ward, age 70, passed away unexpectedly at her residence on September 10, 2026. She was born in St. Louis, Missouri on July 23, 1956, and spent her early years there. In 1984, Gabrielle moved to Racine and has lived here ever since. She was employed for 20 years with Bombardier in Sturtevant and loved working there.

Gabrielle will be remembered as a very social and fun person. She could make friends with anyone and was loved by all who knew her. She will be deeply missed.

She is survived by her daughter, Geri Lynn Ward; siblings, Gerald, Kathy (Cruz), Angelo, Angela, and Leslie.

Private services will be held at a later date.

The family would like to extend a special thank you to everyone cared and prayed for Gabrielle, especially her longtime friend, Della.