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WENDY GARLAND ABBOTT
1954 - 2018
WENDY GARLAND ABBOTT
1954 - 2018
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BORN
1954
DIED
2018
WENDY ABBOTT Obituary
Wendy Garland Abbott, age 63, unexpectedly lost her life in a severe flood on the evening of Wednesday, June 20, 2018 in Upper St. Clair Township. A devout Christian, and cherished family member, Wendy is the daughter of D. Abbott Stevens, her father the late Harry E. Abbott, stepfather Robert T. Stevens, Sr., sister of Gail Abbott Fass and Ted Fass, Susan Abbott, nieces and nephews, Allison Kapelner, Jordan Kaplener, Rachel Betlyon, Andrew Betlyon and Grey "Chase" Hoff, Jr., and great-nephews Jayson Kaplener, Nolan Betlyon and Trevor Betlyon. Wendy was a bright and constant source of joy and care for her family, and her memory will be forever treasured. Wendy was born July 16, 1954 in Pittsburgh, PA, graduating from Carlynton High School in 1972, and later earning a Bachelor of Arts degree from Chatham University. Wendy later moved to Houston, Texas where she worked with Transco Energy Corp., specializing in the audio/visual and graphic arts, and was an outstanding volunteer for the Society for Technical Communication. Wendy later returned to Pittsburgh to be with her family and was the primary caretaker for her elderly parents until the time of her death. Wendy was a beloved and active member of Carnegie Presbyterian Church, where she served as a Deacon, held a position on the Finance Board, and regularly blessed her church family by teaching in vacation bible schools and other bible studies. Wendy loved Jesus deeply and would want her family and friends to know she is in heaven, where she is in perfect peace and joy now. Wendy was an active member of the St. Clair Women's Club, the Association of University People (AUP), and the American Society for the Prevention of Animal Cruelty (ASPCA), the Pittsburgh area Jitterbug Club, as well as the activities at the SNPJ Club. Wendy enjoyed bowling, movies, her special trips to Kennywood Park, and the special times she shared with her family. Visitation 6 - 8 p.m. Monday, 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Tuesday at HENNEY, BRADWELL & NIRELLA FUNERAL HOME, 524 Washington Ave., Carnegie. Funeral service will be held Wednesday morning at Carnegie Presbyterian Church, 219 Ewing Rd., (Collier Twp.) Carnegie (412-279-3223). Please refer to websites for time of service: www.henneybradwellnirella.com; carnegiepresby.org
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Susan Abbott
June 18, 2025
It´s another year without YOU !
Think of you so often ! I miss you SISTER WENDY ! 2025
Susan Abbott
June 19, 2024
I miss you WENDY !! I always will . It is now 6 years long you are gone . I will see you again one day With LOVE Susan
Susan Abbott
June 18, 2023
It is NOW 5 long years since you are gone ! We all miss you so much !! It´s still so painful. Every time I see a Redbird - I know it is you checking on us . Love you always Susan
Susan Abbott
June 21, 2021
I miss you ! SO MUCH! Sister Susan
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Susan Abbott
June 20, 2020
Its NOW 2 years that WENDY is gone !
It is so sad , but I will see her in HEAVEN!
Love sister Susan
Susan Abbott
June 19, 2019
WENDY , we all remember you DAILY,
and always will. It is 1 year now. I miss you so. Love Susan
September 26, 2018
Carlynton Class of '72, will miss you.
Susan Abbott
September 23, 2018
THINKING OF YOU, OFTEN! Your sister Susan. I miss you
Wendy and parents
Susan Abbott
July 29, 2018
I have just moved back to live here in Pittsburgh with very old Parents .... honoring Wendy ! I miss you so much ! Susan
Moved from Dallas, quit job , selling home in Dallas, selling car to get a four door car, so much to do
Kathy Weber-Foley
July 9, 2018
Thinking of Wendy... Happy with our Lord and all who've gone before! xoxo
Susan Abbott
July 7, 2018
I really miss you, Wendy !
Susan Abbott
June 27, 2018
I am Susan Abbott , WENDY is my dear Sister.
I am touched by your messages, we are beyond sad !
And the Lord does have her in the palm of His hand!!
Kim Baudry
June 27, 2018
I was very affected by Wendy's passing. We really big it off every time we were together at an AUP event. I loved her aqua sequin dress. We sat next to each other at the Christmas gala and talked non stop the whole dinner with plans for other meetings between us. To her family, I am so so sorry. I truly am sad. Blessings in every way. Kim Baudry
Birthday Celebration Olive Garden Houston 1989
Kathleen Weber-Foley
June 26, 2018
Jean Hallam
June 26, 2018
I am in Houston, and I knew Wendy from Lakewood church. She was a wonderful friend. Lots of fun, very intelligent, and I cherished her friendship. Wendy was such a warm, fun, giving person. My heart is heavy for such a great loss for your family and the community. However, what joy Wendy must be experiencing to be joined with her Lord and Savior. I also probably have some pictures, that I will look for and would like to send. What a blessing to have known Wendy and I cannot say enough about her character and the gift she was to my life and to all of us that knew her.
June 25, 2018
I recently met Wendy at an AUP event. She was a lovely person, so intelligent and full of life. This is indeed a great loss.
In deepest sympathy,
Marilyn Weber
Cynthia Covi-Griffin
June 25, 2018
Dee, Susan and Gail,
I am so sorry for your loss. You have my sincere condolences. I will be keeping you all in my thoughts and prayers. Keep your memories close to your heart.
Cindy
June 25, 2018
June 25 2018 So sorry for your loss... I knew Wendy in Houston (1980s)... Loved her much, will miss her much (we had some fun times, along with our good friend Jeanie Basciano)... I look forward to seeing Wendy again in Heaven! I have some photos I'd like to email to your family, maybe Susan could email me... kweber56 @ yahoo dot com... God bless and give you comfort!
Love, Kathy Weber Foley xxoo
June 25, 2018
My condolences to the family. May the God of comfort grant you strength during this difficult time.
Sue Young Jones
June 24, 2018
I remember Wendy always a loving and caring person. She once rescued me from a girls room brawl and took me to the gym teacher. I am so sadden by her loss but know her faith has brought her to the end of her race. She is now with her Lord and Savior. I pray for her family to find the peace and know they will one day be reunited.
June 24, 2018
What an amazing woman! May she rest in peace.
Dot Engel
June 24, 2018
So very sorry for your loss of Wendy. Such a sweet women and always smiling.I worked with her at different church functions and she was a great helper no matter what we were doing.May all the memories of Wendy get everyone thru this difficult time. RIP Wendy.
June 24, 2018
May you Rest In Peace Wendy, my condolences and deepest sympathies to the family.
June 24, 2018
My sincere condolences to the family for your loss. May the God who "binds up the broken-hearted" and "comforts all who mourn",sustain you and your family during this difficult time. Isaiah 61:1,2.
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