Age 71, passed away peacefully December 18, 2012 with her loving family by her side at the Dartmouth General Hospital. Born in Witless Bay, NL. She was the daughter of the late William and Ellen (Adams) Jackman, Bell Island, NL. Florence was a teacher, in St. Georges, NL for 37 years recognized for long-standing service from the Appalachia Branch of the Newfoundland and Labrador Teachers Association. She was an avid walker and enjoyed weekly workouts at the gym. She is survived by her daughter Teri Lynn Gabriel of Dartmouth; brother Ron (Nancy) Jackman of Grande Cache, AB; two grandchildren: Jessica Lynn Gabriel and Brandon Edward Gabriel both of Dartmouth, NS; several nieces, nephews, students and teachers. Special mention to Bob (John) Stone, Beverly (Randy) Gamble, family friends Barb Jarvis and Cindy (Gregg) White. She was predeceased by her loving husband of over 25 years Norbert Gabriel, sisters: Vera (Kevin) Stone, Margaret and Patricia; brother Willie. A Vigil will take place from 6 - 9 p.m. May 31, 2013, with a memorial mass to be held 10:30 a.m. June 1, 2013 both in St. Joseph's Roman Catholic Church, St. George's, Newfoundland. Interment will follow in the Roman Catholic Cemetery, Court House Road, St. George's. Online condolences may be viewed or sent to: www.mattatallfuneralhome.com