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Louis Abel Obituary
Lou is survived by his sisters, Dorothy and Ginny (Ken), his brother Charlie (Marilyn), many nieces and nephews, grandnieces and grandnephews. He was predeceased by his parents and sister, Ellen Abel Galzerano.
A memorial service will be held at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, Chiefland, FL, on Saturday, September 3, 2016 at 11 am. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to the memorial fund of Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, P.O. Box 2090, Chiefland, FL 32644.
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Karen Wallinger Perez
August 20, 2025
Lou
Many days we spent together talking and talking and talking ..... all the words, ideas and spirituality of Christ that we talked about and sang about.
You will always be in my heart
Karen W
Dorothy
August 19, 2025
Dear Lou, It´s hard to believe another year has passed since God wrapped you in His arms and took you home to Him. People at Good Shepherd still talk to me about you and I love to do it. I still miss you every day, Lou!
Dorothy Abel
April 12, 2025
Lou, it´s your birthday today, and soon it will be 9 years since our Heavenly Father scooped you up and took you home. A crown of eternal life for you, the blessing for all believers at the end of our lives. Love you and miss you every day, Lou!
Dot
August 18, 2024
Dear Lou, Today it´s 8 years since you left us, and it doesn´t get any easier. I had flowers on the altar at Good Shepherd today in your memory, and Pastor Griffin gave a beautiful prayer thanking the Lord for your ministry. I still miss you every day, Lou!
Dot
August 18, 2023
Dear Lou, Seven years ago today God decided to end your earthly journey and bring you home to heaven. It was best for you, but one of the hardest things I´ve ever had to endure. But the good news is that I am back in Homosassa, having decided that Texas was not for me. I sure wish that you and Ginny were still here with me. Love you and miss you every day, Lou!
Dorothy
April 12, 2023
Dear Lou, It´s your birthday and you´re celebrating with Mom, Dad, Ellen and Ginny in heaven for the seventh time. Your Crown of Eternal Life is your biggest gift, and you received it as soon as Jesus took you in His arms to heaven. Many of your congregation in Chiefland miss you, and so do I, every day. Love you, Lou!
Dot
December 25, 2022
Dear Lou, It´s Christmas and one of the hardest days for me since you and Ginny left me. The gift of the Baby Jesus will always be the greatest miracle of all but it makes me wish that you were still here and conducting your Christmas services in Chiefland. Ginny and I loved singing in your church and especially when you would sing with us. I have no one to sing with now. I loved our tradition of singing Happy Birthday together to all our relatives, even when it had to be over the phone. I love you and miss you every day, Lou!
Dot
November 24, 2022
Dear Lou, It´s Thanksgiving and as the family gathers together I always think about those of you who are not here any longer: Ellen, Dad, Mom, you and Ginny. I know God in His wisdom had His plans for all of you but it is still so difficult for me. I love you and miss you every day, Lou!
Dot
August 18, 2022
Oh Lou, Today is such a hard day every year. I know that our Lord took you home to Him in His grace and mercy, to end your suffering and give you your crown of eternal life in Him. But since I am only human, I wish that He had chosen instead to give you the miracle of full healing so that you would still be here with us. The world as I know it would be so different. I would not have moved to Texas, for sure. In a perfect world, Ginny would still be here as well. The three of us would be growing older together as we had always planned. But wishing does not make it so. Love you and miss you every day, Lou!
evelyn fuller
February 14, 2022
Today I found an old Christmas card that pastor Abel had written to my mother in 2008. He did not know that she was struggling with a brain tumor at the time and they never were in touch with each again before her death in 2010. My parents, Heinz and Ursula Booch, were good friends of Pastor Abel when he lived in Decatur, GA. He was a frequent visitor in their home, traveled to Germany with my father in 1990, and preached the funeral service for my father in 1999. I checked the internet today to see if I could contact him and sadly saw that he passed away in 2016. I am sorry that I was not able to catch up with him. From reading the entries here, I see his sister Dorothy still misses him terribly. Please know that my family loved your brother very much. I remember his wonderful laugh, his excellent sermons, and how he loved my Mom's cooking! Maybe my Mom is still inviting him to dinner in heaven and they are all sitting together enjoying her fabulous German cooking and laughing like they did when he came to their house in Tucker.
Dorothy
December 25, 2021
Dear Lou, it´s Christmas Day and I would give anything to be able to go to your church in Chiefland and hear the Christmas Gospel in Luke Chapter 2. In an ideal world we would all still be together: You, Ginny, Mom and Dad and Ellen and me. But there will be a reunion some day in heaven. I love you and miss you every day, Lou!
Dorothy
October 21, 2021
Dear Lou, My heart is breaking again today because it´s been five years since our Heavenly Father gathered Ginny into His arms and gave her her crown of eternal life. I know we are not meant to question His wisdom but losing her just two months after you almost broke me. I wish you were here to offer me your comforting words. I love you and miss you every day, Lou!
Dorothy
August 18, 2021
Dear Lou, My heart is heavy today because it was 5 years ago that Jesus wrapped you in His loving arms and took you to be with Him in heaven. I know it was the best thing for you, but that doesn´t make it any easier for me. Then only 2 months later he took Ginny away from me too, to join you, Mom, Dad and Ellen. My only consolation is that we will all be reunited in heaven some day. Love you and miss you every day, Lou!
Dorothy
May 30, 2021
Dear Lou, Here we are at Memorial Day weekend. It was always a time when Ginny would join you and me in Homosassa. But both of you are gone and it’s not getting any easier. I’d give up everything I own for the two of you to be here with me again. Love you and miss you every day, Lou!
Dorothy
December 25, 2020
Dear Lou, Christmas Day is almost over and it is so bittersweet. We rejoice in the birth of the Baby Jesus, but you and Ginny are not here anymore so any celebration falls flat for me. Because of covid, even our church services are not the same. I miss going to your Christmas Eve service so much! Singing Christmas carols, hearing the Christmas story as reported by Luke in the Bible. Holy communion and fellowship with everyone at Good Shepherd. But Mom, Ginny and you are not here so nothing is ever as joyful as it used to be for me. I’m looking forward to our reunion one day in heaven. Love you and miss you every day, Lou!
September 6, 2020
Dear Lou, It’s Labor Day weekend and you and I should be in Homosassa waiting for Ginny to arrive for the long weekend. But we’re not. You received your Crown of Eternal Life just over 4 years ago, and our sister Ginny joined you in heaven just 2 months later. That left me in Homosassa all alone. I made the move to Texas and I regret it every day. I miss you so much, Lou! I’m really alone here now because Willie crossed over the rainbow bridge. I held him as the vet gently put him to sleep, and I whispered to him to be on the lookout for you and Sophie. I love you and miss you every day, Lou! ❤
Dorothy
August 18, 2020
Dear Lou, Today it’s four years since your suffering ended and God took you home to be with Him. I still miss you very day, Lou. Did Sophie find you? I hope so. Willie has had to have surgery and may have prostate cancer. I’m taking care of him as best I can. Love you, Lou!
Dorothy Abel
July 15, 2020
Dear Lou, Sophie crossed over the rainbow bridge today and I told her to keep her eyes open for you. I cradled her in my arms as the vet put her gently to sleep. When I came home Willie kept looking toward the garage. I explained to him that its just the two of us now but hes on the sofa just looking at me. He went to the groomer alone yesterday and he didnt like it at all. Im so sad and I feel like I failed Sophie somehow. I love you and miss you every day, Lou! Love, Dot
April 12, 2020
Dear Lou, Its Easter Sunday and your birthday today! Im sure the heavens are ringing with the sound of the angelic choir, and you and Ginny are harmonizing right along with them! I miss you so much, Lou, especially on Easter and your birthday. But we will be reunited one day in heaven. He is risen! He is risen indeed, Hallelujah!
Dot
December 25, 2019
Dear Lou, It's Christmas, and as we celebrate Jesus' birth, I can't help remembering your Christmas Eve services at Good Shepherd in Chiefland. Such a tiny church, but full of love from all of the parishioners who loved you so much. I miss being there and singing Christmas carols beside Ginny. I miss all three of us singing together, Lou! It just breaks my heart that both of left me so close together! There's no one left in the family to sing with me the way we used to. It will never be the same. Love you and miss you forever, Lou! ❤
Dot
November 29, 2019
Dear Lou, Another Thanksgiving has passed without you. The family was here at my house but it will never be the same without you and Ginny, and Ellen, Mom and Dad. I look forward to our reunion in heaven with the whole family. Miss you, Lou!
Dorothy Abel
August 18, 2019
Dear Lou, This afternoon marks three years since you were gathered into the arms of Jesus and taken to heaven. I remember that day as if it were yesterday. None of us wanted you to go, but we knew it would mean the end of your suffering here on earth. I miss you so much every day, Lou! I hate being here all by myself. Please remind me of your presence and hug Mom and Dad, Ellen and Ginny! Love you forever, Lou!
Dorothy Abel
July 4, 2019
Dear Lou, It's the 4th of July and our country is another year older. My question is, why weren't you and Ginny given that same opportunity? God snatched the two of you away from me only two months apart, almost three years ago and I haven't been able to deal with it yet. It's not getting any easier! I miss both of you so much, not just on holidays but every day. Love you and miss you forever, Lou! Love, Dot
Dorothy
April 21, 2019
He Is Risen! He is Risen, indeed, Alleluia! Jesus Cheist is risen from the grave and i'm holding firm to the reunion with you and Ginny, Mom, Dad and Ellen at the last day! Love always, Dot
April 12, 2019
Happy birthday in heaven to my brother who I miss so much! I wish I could call you and sing to you like we used to! Love always, Dot
Dorothy Abel
April 8, 2019
Dear Lou, Your birthday is coming up on Friday, and it will be another painful day for me. You would be turning 70, but unfortunately you didn't reach that milestone. There isn't anyone left on earth who understands me the way you and Ginny did. No one of my own generation who shares my views for me to have a conversation with. Not a day goes by that I don't wish I could pick up the phone and call you. I love you and miss you every day, Lou! xoxoxo
Dorothy
March 2, 2019
Dear Lou, I miss you so much, Lou! Your photo is right here on the table next to my chair, and I keep looking at it and wishing I could pick up the phone and call you! There just isn't any other man whose opinion counts more to me than yours did. Love you and miss you every day, Lou!
January 1, 2019
Dear Lou, Today starts 2019, yet another year for me to be without you and Ginny! I'm so miserable every day. I keep asking myself what crime did I commit to make God punish me this way! I moved all the way to Texas and it didn't help. I really wish I had stayed in Homosassa! Please help me, Lou, and remind me that I'm never really alone! I love you and miss you every day, Lou! Love always, Dot
December 25, 2018
Dear Lou, Merry Christmas in heaven to the best brother a girl ever had! I've missed you so much this Christmas, Lou! Nothing is the same without you here. Here in Texas with the young ones, it almost seems as if they have no traditions. None that resemble ours, anyway. It makes me so sad to think of how many years I have ahead of me without you and Ginny. It's very hard to carry on. I love you and miss you every day, Lou! Love, Dot
December 10, 2018
Dear Lou, Today Danielle and Robert helped get all of my Christmas decorations out of the attic. I say they're mine, but truly a lot of them were yours that I couldn't bear to part with! This is the first time I'm decorating since you and Ginny have been gone, and I had no idea how hard it was going to be. Riley keeps putting his arms around me to comfort me when I cry, but I can't help it. I'm smiling one minute and crying the next. Church on Christmas Eve will be hard too. I want so much for you and Ginny to be there with me! Please help me get through the next few weeks. Love you and miss you every day, Lou! Love, Dot
Dot
November 16, 2018
Dear Lou, Thanksgiving is almost here, and it's the third one since you and Ginny left us. It hasn't gotten any easier. In fact, it seems to be harder each year. I've had a few setbacks this year, but I'm trying to give thanks for what I do have. I wish you were still here for me to lean on! Love you and miss you every day, Lou!
October 31, 2018
Dear Lou, it's Reformation today and I've coincidentally been unpacking boxes from your house, and came upon some of the Martin Luther items you bought when you were in Wittenberg. I'm going to display them and I love them, but it makes me miss you even more! You should have been able to enjoy these things in your home. Love you and miss you, Lou! D.
August 18, 2018
Dear Lou, Today it has been two years since you received your Crown of Eternal Life. I know that it was the best thing for you, releasing you from the pain and confusion that had become your life. But my heart still hurts that you're not here. I sometimes feel that it's selfish of me to feel this way but I can't help it. Losing you and Ginny so close together was unbearable. There is not much in my life that makes me happy anymore. Please help me to feel that you are still with me, and ask Jesus to send me comfort and healing. I love you and miss you every day, Lou! Love, Dot
August 3, 2018
Dear Lou, I miss you so so much today! Sophie and Willie went to the groomer and when I picked them up, they looked so cute! The first thing I thought was, I can't wait for Lou to see them! My heart always hurts when I realize again that you're gone. I remember when I kept them for you, when you called to say you were on the way, I'd say to them, Daddy's coming!' And they would run to the front door and jump and bark till you pulled into the driveway. I know they miss you, but not nearly as much as I do! Love you and miss you forever, Lou!
May 13, 2018
Dear Lou, Another holiday is here and I have no one to celebrate it with. Mom, Dad, Ellen, Ginny and you have all been taken away from me! We should all be together celebrating Mother's Day! I know you all are celebrating with Mom and I wish I was there too. Love you and miss you forever! D.
Dorothy
April 12, 2018
Dear Lou, Happy Birthday in heaven today! I know the family is all there with you. But I surely wish you were still here. I miss you and Ginny every day and I always will! Love, Dot
April 1, 2018
Dear Lou, He Is Risen! He Is Risen Indeed! Happy Easter in heaven to you and all of our family! I hold tightly to God's promise that we all will be reunited one day in heaven. I love you and miss you every day, Lou! Love, Dot
Dot
March 26, 2018
Dear Lou, Sophie and Willie and I are in our new home in Fort Worth. I so wish you were here to help me! I miss you and Ginny so much every single day! Still doesn't feel like home but I'm trying.
Love you forever, Lou!
February 16, 2018
Dear Lou, In a few days I'll be leaving Florida for my new home. I'm sad because you and Ginny and I were supposed to be together in our golden years but it's just me. I miss you so much every day, Lou! Please stay with me always. Love, Dot
January 31, 2018
Dear Lou, I closed on my new house today. So I'm really going. It feels like I'm leaving you and Ginny behind. I know you both are always in my heart! Love you and miss you, Lou!
January 9, 2018
Dear Lou, Dawn and Cheryl house-hunted with me and we have found my new home in Fort Worth. I'll start packing as soon as I get home. My heart is heavy because you and Ginny are not here to share this with me. We were supposed to all be in Homosassa at this stage in our lives but I'm all alone. I know I have to pick up the pieces and keep going but it's easier said than done! Stay with me, Lou, I love you and miss you so much!
December 31, 2017
Dear Lou, Here we are at the end of another year. I miss you and Ginny as much as ever. The girls are helping me house-hunt but I'm not getting any pleasure out of it, because if you and Ginny were still here I would have no reason to move. Love you and miss you forever, Lou!
December 25, 2017
Dear Lou, Christmas Eve service last night wasn't the same without you! All the songs about the angels singing made me cry. I know you and Ginny are singing with those angels now. Love you and miss you forever, Love, Dot
December 20, 2017
Dear Lou, Why aren't you and Ginny and I in Homosassa preparing for Christmas? This is the second Christmas now without both of you and it isn't any easier. It's harder, I think, because reality is setting in. No Lou and no Ginny, ever again here on earth. Why did God take you both and leave me here in misery? No matter what I try, that fact still remains. I will always love you and miss you, Lou! D.
December 5, 2017
Dear Lou, Advent is here, and I wish I could feel the joy in my heart that I used to at this time of the year. But you and Ginny are not here and no matter what I do, I just feel empty and lost without you! None of our traditions mean anything to me. Sometimes I just want to give up. I'm struggling very hard to turn that around but I can't seem to find the strength to do it. I wish you were here to help me! Love you and miss you, D.
December 3, 2017
Just for you, Lou.
December 3, 2017
Dear Lou, Christmas is coming and it used to be such a joyful time but not any more. You and Ginny are missing and that leaves such a hole in my heart. It feels even worse than last year. Maybe I was still numb last year, but right now I feel all the pain. I hate trying to make people think I'm okay when I'm not. Please wrap your arms around me and ask Jesus to do the same. Love you and miss you always, D.
November 19, 2017
Dear Lou, In a few days it will be Thanksgiving and for the first time in 64 years, there will be no big family dinner. Last year was the first one without you and Ginny, but most of the family was there. It was hard to be in your house without you! But this year, we're all scattered and I don't like it. Paul is in Atlanta for his spinal cord rehab and will probably be there till March. I am in Homosassa by myself. I will try to find something to be thankful for but it will be hard. Love you and miss you so much! D.
Joerg Keller
October 31, 2017
Dear Louis, today is October 31, Reformation Day - 500 years after Martin Luther had posted his 95 theses on the portal of the church in Wittenberg. What would it have been to you to in person be present and to participate in all of the historic remembrance events of this occasion! German TV has today only one theme: Martin Luther. This year we would have met you in Wittenberg, now we only have the remembrance of you. Only the forgotten have died, you will live in our memory! We do know that your spirit is present in Wittenberg, in Groden at the grave of our ancestors and with us here and everywhere.
You are not where you used to be but you are anywhere we are. Generations are between us, but dear cousin thank you! The world would be a greater place if we still had you to visit.
Joerg, Marlene Jan and Anja
October 16, 2017
Dear Lou, Paul had an accident and is in the hospital in Norfolk with a spinal cord injury. He is improving but has a long road ahead of him. Please all of you wrap your arms around him and let him feel your presence. I love you so much and miss you every day! Love, Dot
September 11, 2017
Dear Lou, I'm in Texas at Dawn's because of the hurricane. It was looking a bit scary to stay at home. Good news but sad at the same time, I closed on the sale of your house last Thursday. I wish you were still here! Sophie and Willie loved the trip to Texas in the car. Love you and miss you so much! D.
Dorothy
August 18, 2017
Dear Lou, One year ago today God gathered you into His loving arms and brought you home to Him. How wonderful that was for you! No more pain, suffering or confusion, just peace and love and a joyous reunion with Ellen, Dad and Mom! Those of us who were left behind rejoiced that you received your Crown of Eternal Life but one year later, we still miss you so much! You'll always be in my heart, Lou! Love, Dot
Dorothy
August 4, 2017
Dear Lou, In a couple of weeks it will be a whole year that you've been gone. It hardly seems real, even now. It's Friday night and Ginny should have already arrived to join us. But here I sit, all alone. God's will? How can it be? What did I do that He shattered my heart into pieces by taking you and Ginny only 2 months apart??? Whatever plan He has for me, He hasn't shown me yet. My only comfort is that you and Ginny are resting in Jesus' arms. Love and miss you always, Lou! Love, Dot
June 30, 2017
Dear Lou, Your house is up for sale. It hurts so much that you're not here and I can't call you for advice or just to talk about what's going on in the world. I cried all the way through the process of going through your things. It would have been easier if Ginny had been here to help but God took her away too. My heart aches every day, missing you and Ginny. I don't know what I'd do without Sophie and Willie. They miss you too. Love you and miss you always! D.
May 29, 2017
Dear Lou, It's Memorial Day and I can only grieve for you, and Ginny, and Mom. Mom always said it didn't matter what we did on a holiday, as long as we were all together. But I am alone and it hurts so much. One day I'll move from Homosassa because it is horrible here without you and Ginny. I miss you every day, Lou. Love always, Dot
Georgia 1984
Joerg Keller
April 14, 2017
I found this photo in an envelope my mother had kept. On the back side you had written "Lake Lanier Island s, Georgia - Louis Abel - Fall, 1984
Joerg
Georgia 1984
April 14, 2017
April 12, 2017
Dear Lou, It's your birthday today and I hope the family is celebrating with you in heaven. It hasn't been easy for me today. I miss you and Ginny so much I can hardly stand it. I heard from Judy Wahl that Barbara passed away last month after being hospitalized with flu on top of her asthma, but I guess you already know that. I'm trying to do my best for you but it's been quite an ordeal. I love you so much and I surely wish you were here! Please keep letting me feel your presence with me, and keep your arms around the rest of the family, you know we always depended on you for that! Love always, Dot
Karen Wallinger-Perez
March 3, 2017
Today I just found out about this loss of life .... Lou always had words of wisdom with laughter. I will never forget the words of comfort he provided when my brother, Dale, died. We all knew each other in college and continued contact in later years of life. I know you have your angel wings. Thanks for being part of my life.
Sehlmeyer...
Joerg Keller
January 8, 2017
Louis, we hadn't heard from each other so long, last mail received from you was February 2015 with a photo of you taken 1984 in Georgia you sitting in a rocking chair on the porch of a house. We had had several contacts in February 2014 via LinkedIn and then in October 2014, when you attended the Wittenberg English Ministry in Germany. We could not get together as Marlene and I had been on vacation and got your message when you were already in Wittenberg with only a few days to stay. We only had the chance to send a parcel to you at the hotel containing a pewter beer stone for your collection
I had sent a mail with Christmas greetings on December 24, 2016 and was concerned as there was no reply to the mail and no phone answer, too... Today I searched for "Pastor Louis Abel" in Google and the bad news was there.
We are so sad that you are not among us anymore.
We had been in Cuxhaven on vacation just before you died on our last day of vacation, August 17, we visited the church and graveyard in Groden where my parents are buried. Near their grave is the 73 year old Sehlmeyer grave stone with the inscription "Johann Hinrich Sehlmeyer" and "Catharina Rebecca Sehlmeyer" there our roots meet (4 generations from my side and 3 from your side or vice versa ). I always visit that stone and you pop up in my mindThe stone had some patina green and needed cleaning, I scrubbed it a bit as I mostly do.
We are so grateful, that our son Jan could stay with you in Ft. Lauderdale in 1997 to learn English. I have passed the sad news to Jan
Always yours,
Marlene and Joerg (George)
December 31, 2016
Dear Lou, Today is the last day of the worst year of my life. But the sad thing is that I have no hope that 2017 will be any better. It won't bring you or Ginny back so I can't see any improvement. I'm in the middle of 3 weeks in Texas for Christmas. It's been very nice but I can't stop crying. I still don't know how I will go on with my life. I'm praying for help and guidance but none seems to come to me. You always had the perfect words to comfort people who were grieving, maybe you could send some of them my way. I don't like to say it but my faith seems to be wavering. I feel abandoned by God; otherwise why would He take you and Ginny away from me?????? Please stay with me in spirit and send me strength in this time of heartbreak. Love always, D.
Philip Chesterman
November 7, 2016
Your family welcomed me with loving arms and I always will remember the fellowship and laughter you and your family brought to my life. So I am saddened to hear the news about you and more recently Ginny. A big hug to Dorothy, I do hope you can rebuild and continue in these hard times.
Cheryl
October 26, 2016
Dear Uncle Lou,
I miss you so very much and still can't believe you are not going to walk through the door any minute. I love you and will always be grateful you were always there for me all my life. I love you so much and wish I could have just one more day with you. I'm happy to know that since you can't be here with us that you are with grandma, grandpa, mommy, daddy and Aunt Ginny I love you and miss you and you will always be in my heart
October 26, 2016
Dear Lou, I love you so much, and miss you more than I can say. Our Lord unexpectedly called Ginny home last Friday so I hope Ellen, Dad and Mom welcomed both of you with open arms. I don't know why either of you had to go so soon, but our Lord apparently needed you both. I'm struggling to deal with the suddenness and finality of it all. I know you would have been able to help me with words of comfort and God's promises had my loss been for others so I try to think of that but it's really really hard. Please let me feel your presence with me as I put my life back together. I'll love you always,Dot
Danielle Prevatt
September 15, 2016
Uncle lou Riley & I miss you dearly. You were a very important person in our life & we will cherish the memories we have of you forever..
Love Danielle and Riley
Christy Schejnin
September 10, 2016
Uncle Lou, you are very missed. Your love, caring, and stories that made us laugh until we cried will not be forgotten. -CJHK
JF
September 9, 2016
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
September 8, 2016
At times like these, drawing close to God in prayer is what will "sustain you. (Psalms 55:22) I hope this will bring the families involved a measure of comfort.
--D
September 6, 2016
Sorry to hear about the loss of Lou. May the family and friends find comfort in the memories you shared and find comfort in the hope that the bible provides.
JF
September 5, 2016
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Nia
September 4, 2016
I'm sorry to hear about your loss. We will certainly keep your family in our prayers. (2 Corinthians 3:1)
September 3, 2016
Most truly I say to you, if anyone observes my word he will never see death at all. John 8:51
September 2, 2016
Hi, I am sorry for your loss. May the God of comfort and peace be with you and your family. 2 Corinthans 1: 3 & 4
Ann
August 31, 2016
Our condolences go out to the family and friends. May our God be a secure refuge for all of you. Psalm 9:9;10
August 30, 2016
We send our heartfelt sympathy to Dorothy and Ginny and their families. Your brother was a true good shepherd to so many. We miss him, Uwe and Karola Zehme
Chuck & Loretta Auckerman
August 29, 2016
Sorry for your loss
August 27, 2016
Pastor Abel was everything to my family for many years. Not only were his sermons inspiring and uplifting, but he was there for us through confirmations, grave illnesses, divorce, death, as well as joyous weddings. He had wisdom, compassion, plus an incredible sense of humor! Now he lives forever with his Reedemer. He touched so many lives. Emily Resta
August 27, 2016
So sorry for your loss. May the God of all comfort be with you during this difficult time.
Pete and Mimi DeVito
August 25, 2016
Our condolences to the Abel family. Pastor Abel was a dear and kind man to all of us and will be missed and remembered..........
Stacie McDonough
August 23, 2016
Pastor Lou was a very influential man when I was going through confirmation and into my teen years. A big heart and very sweet man, truly one of God's precious servants.
Brenda Dryer
August 23, 2016
Pastor Abel was a dear friend and pastor to my parents. I was so grateful for his support and words of faith during the final days of my father's life in December. I can't help but smile as I think about my dad and his friend reunited, swapping stories, and hanging out with Jesus! Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you as your mourn his passing and celebrate that he has received his Crown of Life!!
Viola Hayward
August 23, 2016
Lou was a good sweet man,God knew too
Susan Schwalm
August 22, 2016
Lou was an amazing friend to me. I met him while I worked at the Hospice House. He married my husband and I on a beautiful beach several years ago.
Sadly my husband died last year. Lou was there for me and told a beautiful story that gave me peace to know my husband was the greatest love in my life.
I will never forget your friendship and support. I will miss you! I know you are celebrating with those gone ahead of you!
Marti Forman
August 22, 2016
Thank you for always being there for me. You changed the world with your grace. My prayers go out to your family.
Jeanne Caprise
August 22, 2016
You made everyone around you better people.cousin, you always made me laugh. God bless you.
Al and Sandy Linn
August 22, 2016
You were loved and will be missed. Your light may be extinguished here on earth but it is lit again in heaven.
August 22, 2016
Condolences to the Abel family. May cherished memories and prayers comfort and strengthen you.
Maria Valdes
August 22, 2016
I will miss you.
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How to support Louis's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.
The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.
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Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?
What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
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What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?
We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
Read moreResources to help you cope with loss
How to Cope With Grief
Information and advice to help you cope with the death of someone important to you.
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Estate Settlement Guide
If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
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Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast
Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
Read moreWays to honor Louis Abel's life and legacy
Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
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Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
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How Do I Write a Eulogy?
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
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