Hazel Shelton Abernethy

Hazel was a true person of integrity and always full of life.

My coldonences to you and your family. Mrs.Abernatony lived a full vibrant life and no doubt touched all she encountered. May the God of all comfort be with you in your time of mourning. Turn to him in prayer as he will comfort you

My, how the years do fly! We remember Hazel and Francis from our mutual teaching assignments at Lamar Tech in Beaumont, back in the early 1960's. From there Hazel and Francis moved on to SFA and we moved on to Texas A & M, then to Southwest Texas State in San Marcos. We were really saddened to hear about Hazel and send Francis and the family our deepest sympathy.
She left quite a beautiful legacy. Stan and Joyce Sissom, San Marcos, Texas

Dear Abernethy family, My deepest sympathies are with you for your sad loss. But I also know that you have many wonderful memories of Hazel. What a fun and fabulous family she and Ab raised! You were all so blessed to have her as a mother. I will always answer the telephone on Christmas Day with a hearty, "Christmas Gift!" in her honor. Love, Ig

Dear Ab, Luanna, Robert, Deedy, Maggie, and Ben,

My mother, brothers, sisters, and I have been sharing stories of the wonderful Abernethy Adventures we have had over the last forty years. Hazel was a quintessential steel magnolia. Our lives are so much richer for having known her. We are deeply grateful for our families' deep friendship. We hope that your memories of love and laughter sustain you.

Melanie Barber

I would like to offer my sincerest condolences. Look to God for comfort during this difficult time. Draw close to God and he will draw close to you. James 4:8

I was so sorry to hear of Mrs. Abernethy's passing. I have so many fond memories of being in her home and how warm and welcoming she always was to her children's friends. I will never forget her standing on the bottom of the steps after the house fire and telling us that it can all be put back, but the most important thing was that her family was safe. She had a smile that could light up a room and a laugh that made you want to join in with her. My Dad and I will keep you all in our prayers during this difficult time and hope that you find peace in your memories and love.
MaryBeth Hearn
Nelvis Hearn

Deedy, I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your mother. She was such an inspiration to so many! Your parents had such a wonderful relationship--I know this is hard on your dad! Praying for all of you!
Love you.

What a celebration must be a-goin' on in Heaven! I know you will miss your wife, your mother, your sister, our friend, but I know that you will have a special time today celebrating her life and her legacy! Just wish I could be there to see all of you and share those moments with you. Know that each of you had a special place in my Mama's heart and you have one in mine! May God's loving Spirit surround you with grace today and in the following weeks.
Love, Patricia

Our most heartfelt thoughts and prayers go out to Ab and the family. We have wonderful memories of Hazel, her parents, and her grandparents. We are glad to know that she is finally at peace.
Frank and Elyndabeth Toland (Snyder, Texas)

Our deepest condolences.

In my FATHER'S house are many mansions:If it were not so,I WOULD HAVE TOLD YOU. I go to prepare a place for YOU. John 14:2
Our sympathy,Coy and Teresa Simms (Houston,TX)

Hazel, you will be missed. I have all kinds of great memories of knowing you through 30 years. Ab and Family my thoughts are with you.

Our deepest sympathies are with your family. What an incredible lady she was! May the comfort that only God can give be with you.

Hazel was a true Renaissance woman; a woman before her time, she was a true inspiration to girls and young (and not so young) women. Hazel proved that a woman could have it all, and she approached her many responsibilities with a positive spirit and a cheerful heart. All of us whom she touched through the years are better humans for having known her. She will be missed and she will be remembered. Sending love and healing energies to her family. So very sorry for your loss.

Most merciful Father, who hast been pleased to take unto thyself the soul of this thy servant; Grant to us who are still in our pilgrimage, and who walk as yet by faith, that having served thee with constancy on earth, we may be joined hereafter with thy blessed saints in glory everlasting; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.
. . . from the Book of Common Prayer

Our deepest sympathies for your loss. My mother, Fern Faulkner, is living near Dallas in a retirement center and wanted you to know how much she loved Mrs. Abernethy. She was very upset to hear of her passing. God Bless.
Mary Ann Faulkner Taylor

¦Hold tight to memories for comfort, lean on your friends for strength, and always remember how much you are cared about.