Zella Mae Gamble

Zella Mae Gamble

February 23, 1956 – October 26, 2026

Zella Mae Gamble, 70, passed away on October 26, 2026. She was born on February 23, 1956, in Natrona Heights, Pennsylvania, to Ernest and Josephine (Foster) Gamble.

Zella was a former first responder with Aurora EMS and also worked at Argosy/Hollywood Casino. She retired from her position as a preschool teacher at Sunshine Corner in Lawrenceburg, Indiana. She loved working with children and making a positive difference in their lives. One of her greatest joys was the time she spent with her children and grandchildren. She leaves behind a legacy of patience, joy, and love, not only within her family but also among the countless friends she made along the way.

Zella is survived by her children, Josephine Chase and Jason (Katie) Stewart Jr.; her grandchildren, Baleigh, Hunter, Cheyenne, Kolton, and Caleb; and her sisters, Carrie Patterson and Carol Swartz.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Ernest and Josephine Gamble; her siblings, Richard Coffman, Frank Coffman, James Coffman, Patti Longbon, and William Coffman.

Friends and family will be received on Friday, October 30, 2026, from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m., with a funeral service to follow at 7:00 p.m. All services will be held at Rullman Hunger Funeral Home, 219 Mechanic Street, Aurora, Indiana 47001.

Memorial donations may be made to Donate Life in honor of Zella, who was a two-time transplant recipient.

Online condolences may be shared at www.youngfamilyfuneralhomes.com.

Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Rullman Hunger Funeral Home, 219 Mechanic Street, Aurora, Indiana 47001, (812) 926-1450..