Billy Dean Gamble

Billy Dean Gamble June 25, 1936-March 9, 2024 Bill passed away peacefully. He was surrounded by his wife, Suzanne, as well as his sons Richard, Matthew and granddaughter Alisha. Beloved by his family and friends, he was a man of high honor and respect. Bill was born in Merigold, MS to parents Ora and Vera Gamble. He felt the calling to go into the military at an early age, enlisting in the United States Marine Corps. He was a proud Marine, attributing his success in life to his time in the military where he was selected to complete training that eventually led to his service as a NATO Instructor. The military further led to his completing his BSEE with honors at Florida Institute of Technology. While taking a full load in college, he worked full time in the space program at Cape Canaveral as an engineer. He received commendations for his design expertise in the early days of the space program. One of his favorite projects was when NASA challenged him with the task of proving that a laser beam could be used as a transmission line between the spacecraft and ground control. This was no small task, and with the perseverance of his crew, he became a pioneer in proving that with the right equipment, the laser beam could be used as a transmission line. After many years in the space program, he moved from engineering into computer management. He completed an MBA Study with Columbia University, leading to his work as Director of International Operations. Bill is survived by his beloved wife, Suzanne. Children Deborah, Richard and Matthew. Brother Jim and grandchildren Amanda, Tom, Alisha, Jackson, Julia and Noah. He is predeceased by his beloved mother, father and sister Norma. His dad had an 8th grade education, but in Bill’s mind his dad could do anything! Even designing his own television in the 50s. A funeral mass will be held on Monday, March 18, 2024, at 9:00 am, at St. Anastasia Catholic Church followed by a breakfast reception at St. Enda Formation Center adjacent to the church. A private family interment will take place at a later date in Cape Canaveral National Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials in Billy's name to St. Anastasia Catholic Church, https://saccfl.org/ or Wounded Warrior Project, https://www.woundedwarriorproject.org/ will be appreciated.

Billy Dean Gamble

June 25, 1936 - March 9, 2024