Alice Riser Gabrielson, 84, of Vero Beach, died Tuesday, Nov. 3, 2009 at the VNA Hospice House with her husband, Lee, at her side.
Mrs. Gabrielson was born Feb.1, 1925 in Charlotte, N.C. and she and Lee moved to Vista Royale, Vero Beach 20 years ago from her place of birth
Before relocating to Florida, she had successful modeling careers in New York City and Chicago, and was a sales executive for a major hotel in Chicago.
Survivors include her husband of 66 years, Lee Gabrielson of Vero Beach; daughter, Jamie Morris, Coral Gables and son, David Gabrielson, Scottsdale, Ariz.; a sister, Billie Price, of Charlotte, N.C., three grandchildren and two great grandchildren.She attended Our Savior Lutheran Church in Vero Beach. Private services will be held with the Reverend Jack Diehl presiding.
In lieu of flowers, contributions are suggested to the VNA/Hospice House 1110 35th Lane, Vero Beach, Florida 32960.
Arrangements are under the direction of Cox-Gifford-Seawinds Funeral Home and Crematory, Vero Beach. Condolences may be sent through www.seawindsfh.com/obit.php