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Dennis Abrams Obituary

NEWPORT NEWS - Dennis James Abrams, 49, departed this life suddenly, ending his journey here on earth on Sunday, June 22, 2003. At the time of his death, he was employed by Signature Concrete, Inc. He was a member of Bread of Life Church Christian Ministry, Newport News, Va. He was a United States Marine Corps veteran. He loved to bowl and was an avid bowler. His favorite football team was the Washington Redskins. He leaves to cherish his precious memories his loving and devoted wife, Joyce L. Abrams; his parents, Gussie and Ruby Abrams of Lackey; his children, Shawn N. Abrams and Andra D. Abrams, both of Jacksonville, Fla.; his stepchildren, Charles T. “C.T.” Wood and his wife, Anna, Tiffany Ogle and Joshua Ogle, all of Newport News; his sisters, Francine A. Taliaferro of Yorktown and Lakala Abrams of Atlanta, Ga.; his five grandchildren; his niece; his nephew; and a host of other loving relatives and many caring friends. A funeral service will be held on 11 a.m. on Thursday, June 26, in Bread of Life Christian Ministry, with Elder Lindsay officiating. Interment will follow in Hampton National Cemetery, Hampton University Section. Family and friends will assemble by 10 a.m. on Thursday at Rising Sun Baptist Church, Lackey. Mr. Abrams may be viewed from 6 to 8 p.m. on Wednesday in Rising Sun Baptist Church, Lackey. Professional service entrusted to the staff of Whiting’s Funeral Home, Williamsburg.

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Published by Daily Press from Jun. 24 to Jun. 25, 2003.

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Joyce Abrams

June 30, 2003

I would like to thank everyone of Dennis's family and friends who showed there love and support during this time of our lives. I would like everyone to know that he loved each and everyone of you. He had a special love for his 5 children, especially for Shawn and Andra. He regreted very much, that he did not get to know them or his grand-children. But, God forgave him and gave him a second chance. He was a very loving and caring father, grandfather,and husband. He will be greatly missed by all. I thank God that I had the 8 years that I had with him. Your Loving Wife -- Joyce

Pete & Dell Swinton

June 28, 2003

To The Abrams Family,
Earth has no sorrow, that Jesus can not heal.... We send our heartfelt prayers and love to your family from our family.

Wanda Payne

June 26, 2003

Dear Francine,

I feel that anything I can say will be futile at this time. When I heard of Dennis's death, I was so shocked that I could not at first believe it. Then I starting thinking about the good times the Williamsburg gang shared with Dennis. He was such a wonderful person. My sympathy goes to you and family from the bottom of my heart.



Affectionately,

Wanda Payne

Eunice Brown

June 26, 2003

Joyce, I am sorry for the loss of your husband. When you introduced him to me the first time I could see that he loved you very much. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers and I have tried to get up with you since all of my life changes. I will try to get intouch with you in the near future and again I am extremly sorry for your loss...he is with your parents and sister now. Take care.

M. BRYANT

June 26, 2003

TO THE ABRAMS FAMILY,

MAY GOD BE WITH YOU IN YOUR TIME OF NEED.



THE BRYANT FAMILY

NEWPORT NEWS, VA. 23608

MICHELLE WASHINGTON

June 26, 2003

Francine I am so sorry for the lost of your brother. I just think back to the good times when Dennis,Madenia, Jerry and myself had so much fun. I will never forget him. We all must go this way one day and Dennis left us first. One day we will meet again. I pray for your mom and dad because I know how much they loved him. Take care of yourself to and we know that you and your family will make it through because you have each other. love Michelle

James & Sadie Green

June 25, 2003

Please accept our deepest sympathy for the loss of your son. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Alex Shoulders

June 25, 2003

Our prayers are with the family...

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