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Stephen Abrams Obituary

ABRAMS, STEPHEN DALE, 75, of Louisville, passed away on Saturday, June 14, 2014 at Hosparus Inpatient Unit at Norton Healthcare.

He was born September 1938 in Louisville, the son of the late Marvin J. Abrams and Jeanette Elder Abrams and was a Catholic by faith.

He was a graduate of Bellarmine University with a bachelor's in business administrations. Dale owned and operated Convenient Food Marts. He took pride in his business adventure, but truly relished the friends he made during his time in business.

He was a past president of the Rotary Club, and was an avid golfer in his free time.

He is preceded in death by his loving wife of 56 years, Theresa (Iavasile) Abrams and his sister, Jeanne Schollenberger.

Dale is survived by his son, Stephen D. Abrams, II (Tina); two daughters, Mary Jean Vincent and Lori Theresa Jones (Reid); brother, Douglas B. Abrams (Nancy); sister-in-law Mary Roberts Wilson; six grandchildren, Stephen D. Abrams III (Lis), Zackary and Jesse Abrams, Christopher Doty (Renee), Adam Doty, Lauren Parmer (Jonathan) and three great-grandchildren, Max, Jack and Caleb.

His funeral will be 11 a.m. Thursday at Ratterman Funeral Home, 12900 Shelbyville Road, East Louisville, with entombment in Resthaven Memorial Park. Visitation will be 2-8 p.m. Wednesday at Ratterman Funeral Home.

Memorial gifts in the form of contributions may be made to WHAS Crusade For Children.

www.RattermanS.com

Published by Courier-Journal on Jun. 17, 2014.
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Dear Lori, Mary Jean, and Steve,

I'm so very sorry to hear of the loss of your father who I remember as such a kind and caring person! I recall your dad and mom and the love they shared with each other and all their children. With prayers and much sympathy!

Gail (Nalepa) Spalding

July 23, 2014

May the memories of the wonderful times you shared with your loved one comfort you always.

C Johnson

July 15, 2014

My sympathy goes out to your family during this time. May you rely on God for comfort. Romans 15:5

June 22, 2014

Please accept our condolences from the Hosparus In Patient Care Center.

Chaplain Rita

June 21, 2014

My father Irv "Buddy" Quesenberry and Dale were long-time friends dating back to grade school. Dad was very proud to be Dale's friend; they always had so many laughs when they were together. Dale always had a big smile and a bear hug for me, to go along with his big heart. My mother and I will miss him very much but treasure the chance to have known him. Rest in peace, Dale.

Kathy Quesenberry

June 20, 2014

Pam Stone

June 19, 2014

This is a sad sad day. Mr. Abrams was a great person. I've known him since i was in the 2nd grade so i can't call him Dale, just doesn't seem right. He was always happy & smiling. He always made me feel welcome at my second home. He will truly be missed.

Becky Schagene

June 18, 2014

Like Debby, the thing I remember about Dale the most at St. X and Bellarmine was an ever-present smile. He dated one of my cousins during high school. All had a high regard for Dale. I remember his good friend Bud Quisenberry telling about what a good businessman he was. My condolences to the family.

June 17, 2014

RIP old friend...May all your par 5's be downwind...Thanks for all the great memories...

Randy and Carlyn Adams

June 17, 2014

As a fellow graduate of Our Lady of Lourdes & St.X & Bellarmine, we attended the St.X alumni luncheons and recalled our playtimes as children. All of the alumni will miss his presence at the head of the table.

Thad Watkins

June 17, 2014

Dale you still can't blow out that smug pot. What a great four years at 2nd and Broadway.

Alan Sallee

June 17, 2014

Steve and Family,
I had the honor of working with your Dad when I worked at the headquarters for Convenient Food Stores. Everytime I saw him,he had a smile on his face. He was never upset because he knew all of us where to take of his stores. He brought treats to us as well. He was a true gentleman and a GREAT role model for all of you. My prayers are with all of you.

Debby Kennedy

June 17, 2014

What a fun freshman year we had at St. Xavier High School. Rest in peace, Dale.

Bill Costello

June 17, 2014

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