Stanley Abernathy

Stanley R. Abernathy Resident of Concord Stan Abernathy, 71, died peacefully September 16, 2009. Stan was born July 10, 1938 in Vallejo to Earl and Sophie Abernathy. A 1957 graduate of Vallejo Senior High School, Stan was drafted into the Army during the Cuban crisis and received an Honorable Discharge. Stan and Pat moved to Concord in 1967. They developed a passion for traveling and boating, including day trips to the Delta waterskiing, and cruises to Mexico, the Caribbean, the East Coast, Panama Canal, Hawaii, and Alaska. Stan retired after 35 years with Foster & Kleiser and was a proud member of the Teamsters Union. In retirement, Stan discovered golf and enjoyed meeting with his good buddies at the Buchanan Golf Club. Stan always looked forward to his next RV trip, and traveled often across the US, Canada, Mexico, and Alaska with great friends from the Concord Caravaners RV Group, Alpine Coach Association, and Alpine Coach NorCal. When not on the road, Stan was often found on the sidelines of his grandchildren's school and sporting events. He was also a 25-year member of Walnut Creek Elks Lodge #1811. Stan was preceded in death by his parents, and brothers Darrell and Gary. A beloved husband, father, and grandfather; Stan is survived by Pat his best friend and wife of 45 years; daughter Leslie Linderman (Chad); daughter Danielle Bartolomei (Scott); grandchildren: Jake and Jennifer Linderman, and Ryan Bartolomei. He is also survived by his aunt Rose Johnson; cousins Nancy and Judy; along with Pat's family: Shirley Jantzen, Carol and Vlad Langer, Tim Matson; and several nieces, nephews, and cousins. A memorial service will be held at 11am on Saturday, September 26th at Ouimet Bros. Chapel in Concord; reception to follow. Donations may be made to a charity of choice. Ouimet Bros. Chapel (925) 682-4242