Photo courtesy of Heritage Funeral Service & Crematory - Valdese
Valdese, North Carolina
Jan 12, 1954 – Dec 13, 2018
Mr. David Norman Abee, 64, of Valdese, entered into the Lords presence on Thursday, December 13, 2018 at Carolinas Medical Center in Charlotte. David was born on January 12, 1954 in Chester County, PA and was the son of the late Thornwell Norman Abee and Ollie Estelle Suttles Abee. He was employed as a correctional officer with the N.C. Department of Public Safety at Foothills Correctional Institution; E Unit. David was also a member of the North Morganton United Methodist Church , and was an amazing husband, father and friend, who always enjoyed traveling and making people laugh. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by one brother, Joel Abee. Survivors inlcude his beloved wife, Tamera Lee Suther of the home, one son, Timothy Brian McGonagle of Gastonia, one brother Lewis Abee, and four sisters, Sherry Good, Shanna Abee, Kim Peters-Batozech and Kristy Cummins. Also surviving are a number of nieces, nephews and cousins. A Service of Remembrance will be held on Monday, December 17, 2018 at 2:00 P.M. at North Morganton United Methodist Church with Rev. Burt Williams officiating. The family will receive friends on Monday, from 1:00 until 2:00 P.M. at North Morganton United Methodist Church. In lieu of flowers memorials may be sent to North Morganton UMC, 990 Sanford Dr, Morganton, NC 28655.
My sincere condolences for your loss. May the God of all comfort be with you during this difficult time.
December 28, 2018
My condolences to family i knew david way back when he work at horton homes in morganton i hate i lost touch i tried locating him but never could he was close friend sorry i missed getting to pay respects in person
Matthew Jaynes
December 17, 2018 | Nebo, NC | Friend
Mr. Abee was a bright spot in a difficult place. He always had a kind word and enjoyed talking about difficult subjects and not get angry or offended. I always looked forward to seeing him on his rotation. He could tell a really funny story and then say, "true story" to make it even better.
He is already missed very much.
Franklin Johnson
December 17, 2018 | Morganton, NC | Coworker
Deepest sympathy Shanna and Lewis. God bless and keep you smiling, David.
Jackie Wilson
December 17, 2018 | Valdese, NC | Friend
I had the privilege of working with Mr. Abee at FCI. He was always smiling and positive and eager to help. He will be missed. Sending prayers to his family for comfort and peace during this difficult time.
Deb Fleming
December 16, 2018 | Lenoir, NC | Coworker
Abee was a good man, it was an honor to work with him, he will be missed. Prayers for the family
Jackie Huggins
December 16, 2018 | Old Fort, NC
Even though I didn't know Mr. Abee personally he is part of the family of Foothills Correctional Institution. I have heard only wonderful things about him from those that worked closely with him and knew him well. God bless ... he will be missed.
Patricia Elliott
December 15, 2018 | Valdese, NC | Coworker
Very sorry for your loss Louis and the Abee family.
Doug Sigmon
December 15, 2018 | Knoxville, TN | Family Friend
I am so sorry for your loss. Praying for you and your family. God give you strength to to find peace thru this most difficult time.
Claire Hendrix
December 15, 2018 | Classmate
