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Kenneth Abrahamson Obituary

Born May 31, 1919 Passed away April 6, 2011 Preceded in death by wife of 59 and 1/2 years, Hermoine; brother, Phillip & daughter-in-law, Diane. He is survived by sons, Joel (Karen) and Douglas; grandsons, Chad and Bryan; brother, Bernard (Arlyss); many nieces and nephews and special friend, Kathy Matthews. He began his military career by enlisting in the Army Air CorpsAviation Cadet Training Program and completed instruction in 1943. He served as a fighter trainer pilot during WWII, then he transferred to the MN ANG and flew many different air craft and missions. He was promoted to the Commander of the 133rd TacticalAir Lift Group in 1971. In September 1973, Col. Abrahamson transferred to Headquarters, MN Air National Guard where he served as Senior Staff Advisor on plans andoperations. On April 8, 1988 he waspromoted to Brevit Brigadier General. Following retirement, he remained an active volunteer with the MN AirNational Guard Museum. Funeral service Monday 4/11/11, 11:00 AM at Elim Lutheran Church, 3978 West Broadway, Robbinsdale. Visitation 1 hour prior to service at church. Interment Fort Snelling National Cemetery. Washburn-McReavy Robbinsdale Chapel 763-537-2333 44239 West Broadway


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Published by Pioneer Press from Apr. 8 to Apr. 9, 2011.

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Donald Roemhildt

April 11, 2011

My sincerest condolences to the family of Col Abe. It was my privilege to have known and served under him for a long time. He was always so cool under pressure and he had the ability to make work fun. Sorry I couln't be there at this sad time as my wife and I are away from Minnesota.
Take care Joel, remember when we worked together in supply?
Don Roemhildt,

April 11, 2011

My condolences to family and friends of General Abe.
I have fond memories of him as a Gentleman and Leader.

CMSGT. Tim Buchholz, Ret. ANG

L/col Russell Jensen, Ret.

April 10, 2011

In 1955 Captain Abe Flew me in a T-33 fighter down to Lowry AFB in Denver to transfer my records from the Air Force to the Air Guard. I shall always fondly remember him for his part in my flying career.

Susan Vaughn Harris

April 9, 2011

Special condolences to Joel, Karen, Doug, Bernie and Arlyss. I will miss my special uncle and godfather Ken. I am thinking of you. Love, Susan

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