John Abrams Obituary

John Theodore Abrams affectionately known as "Teddy" by his close friends, and "Mister Ted" by his faithful employees and caregivers, who he considered his extended family. Younger brother to Elliott Ames of New York. Husband of the late Barbara Aland Abrams and the late Judy Todd. Father to Amy Abrams Nathan (Todd Nathan-spouse) and Jon Bernard Abrams (Brantley Jay Abrams-spouse) Grandfather to two sets of twin boys: Jory and Jess Nathan (16), Benjamin and Joshua Abrams (11). Born in Mount Vernon, New York. Raised in Patterson, New Jersey. Graduated from East Side High, made famous in the movie "Lean on Me". Proud graduate of Johns Hopkins University And the University of Virginia Law School, where he attended with the late Ted Kennedy. Captain in the U.S. Army, stationed at Fort Benning, GA Met his wife, Barbara, in Miami, FL while she was on a family vacation, and he was at a Bar Association conference. They married on June 26th, 1966 at The Plaza Hotel in New York, a special place for them both. Rabbi Milton Graffman presided. He practiced corporate law in New York, until he moved to Birmingham, AL to assume the role of owner and operator of the Emily Shop in Five Points South, after his father in law, Julian Aland aka Mister Julian, retired. He happily worked there for over twenty years, until the store closed its doors in 1996. He enjoyed many interests including traveling the world with his family, and later with his wife, to destinations which included camping in the Amazon Jungle, Machu Pichu, the Great Wall of China, and the Great Pyramids. He always brought home souvenirs from his travels, which he jokingly referred to as his "treasures". He had a great love of animals and wildlife, in particular his beloved West Highland Terriers. He had a green thumb, and found solace in maintaining the beautiful foliage on the property of his home. His home was a great source of pride, and where many elaborate affairs and special holidays took place. Known for his love of storytelling, a hearty laugh, and an appreciation for fine food, and a good cocktail. He had a great knowledge of American history, and was a proud member of the Republican Party. He was a regular volunteer at Baptist a Memorial Hospital, later Trinity Hospital, where he gave encouragement and information to patients undergoing open heart surgery, which he had undergone himself. He was an active member of Temple Emanu-El, where he found peace at Shabbat evening services, after losing his beloved wife of 36 years, Barbara, to breast cancer. It was at these services where he met, and later married, Judy, who also lost her battle to breast cancer. He fought a long and brave battle with Alzheimer's and Leukemia. Graveside Service will be at Elmwood Cemetery, Sunday, March 16, 2014 at 4:00 pm. In lieu of flowers, donations to the American Cancer Society, The American Cancer Society-Breast Cancer Research, or the Alzheimer's Research Foundation would be welcome and appreciated.

Published by AL.com (Birmingham) from Mar. 14 to Mar. 16, 2014.
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My sympathy goes out to the family during your time of grief. May God's loving-kindness comfort you and help you through this difficult time. (Psalm 119:50,76)

March 28, 2014

Amy, my deep condolences to to on the death of your DAD.
I always enjoyed seeing your Mom & Dad when they visited Chicago.
Parents are very special people & very hard to lose.
My thoughts are with you. Fondly, Adrienne Fishman

March 25, 2014

May you find comfort through Gods' Promises @ John 6:40 & Lu 23:43 to help ease your sorrow.

March 17, 2014

Amy,
I am so sorry for your loss. You and your family are in my thoights and prayers

Laurin Whidby

March 17, 2014

May the God of Prayer assist this family during this difficult time. Psalms 65:2

McGrew

March 16, 2014

Mrs. Jack L. McSwain
Gulf Shores, Alabama

March 15, 2014

Amy,
My condolences to you and your family in the loss of your father. May you find peace from God during your grief. Rm. 15:33

Pat

March 15, 2014

So sorry for your loss. Soon there will be a time when no one will say "I am sick." Isa.33:24

March 14, 2014

May your memories of the wonderful times you shared with your loved one comfort you and your family, today and always.

American Heart Association

March 14, 2014

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