Gene Rambo

Gene Rambo, of Winnsboro, Texas passed away peacefully on February 9, 2024, with his oldest daughter by his side. He was born in Dallas, Texas on October 18, 1936, to Shields Wilson Rambo and Hazel Iva Murray, both of whom preceded him in death along with the love of his life, Allie Upchurch, his daughter, Terri Lutonsky and son-in-law, Joe Lutonsky, and a beloved dog, Katy. Growing up, it was evident that Gene had a spirit of creativity, and he was a passionate musician and songwriter, having recorded songs and records in the “Rockabilly” genre of music. Gene’s stage name was Gene Princeton and he, and his brothers, were a staple in the Dallas music scene and nightlife. Gene’s talent and songwriting skills earned him an induction into the Rockabilly Hall of Fame, commemorating his talents for story telling through songs. When he wasn’t playing or writing music, Gene displayed a gift for prose in writing original poetry of daily experiences and sharing his unique perspective of life. Gene proudly served in the US Army and was also a talented woodcarver. He always had a pocketknife and chunk of wood to whittle away to give as a gift to the ones he met. He was also an avid outdoorsman and loved to hunt and fish with a special ability for archery. Gene also enjoyed other adventures like underwater cave diving, scuba diving and exploring above ground cave labyrinths with his family and friends, making many cherished memories. A man with an incredible array of talent, Gene will be greatly missed and remembered always. He is survived by his daughters: Darla Fowler and her husband Chad, of Royse City, TX, Tracea Alvarado and her husband Gary, of Scurry, TX and he was Pappy to his beloved grandchildren: Justin and wife, Jessica, Jeremy and wife, Meghan, Kristin and wife, Amanda, Jered and wife, Sarah, Alex, and Dylan; several great grandchildren; brothers: Bobby Rambo and wife Suzy, Gary Rambo and wife Linda as well as nieces, nephews, extended family, many friends and his special and precious dog, Alley, all of whom will miss Gene dearly. Funeral services will be at 1:00pm, Friday, Feb. 16, 2024 at Max Slayton Funeral Chapel with his family receiving friends beginning at 12:00pm to service time. Interment will be at 10:30am, Monday, Feb. 19, 2024 at Laurel Land Memorial Park in Dallas, Texas.

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Gene Rambo

October 18, 1936 - February 9, 2024