Gabrielle "Gabbie" F. Rhoads

Gabrielle "Gabbie" Francesca Rhoads (nee Ferrara), 32, of Crofton, MD passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, June 22nd, 2017.  She died peacefully in her sleep.  Gabbie was born on October 19, 1984 in Portland, OR to Vincent Ferrara, Jr. and Elizabeth Ferrara.  She married Kevin Rhoads in 2004 and the couple had two boys.  A devoted wife and mother, Gabbie was a cancer survivor, who despite her own struggle was always positive and encouraging to others.  She was a bright light who touched so many lives and always for the better. She is survived by her husband Kevin, sons Andrew and Jacob, mother Elizabeth, sisters Sharon and Rose and their families, her auntie Carolyn and many other family members and friends.  She was preceded in death by her father Vincent.  Family will receive friends Friday, June 30, 2017, from 2 to 4pm and 6 to 8 PM at Beall Funeral Home, 6512 NW Crain Hwy (Rt 3 South), Bowie, MD.  A memorial service followed by a lunch reception will be held on Saturday, July 1, 2017, at the First Baptist Church of Crofton, 1690 Crofton Pkwy, Crofton, MD.  Pastor Robert Parsley will officiate. In lieu of flowers donations may be made at: YouCaring:  https://www.youcaring.com/kevinrhoads-857256