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Robert Abrahamson Obituary
of Westford, MA,
former WWII POW
WESTFORD -- Mr. Robert Manfred Abrahamson, of Westford, MA, died peacefully Tuesday morning November 23, 2010 at the Blaire House in Tewksbury, after a lingering illness.
He was happily married to Mrs. Joyce I. (Bellwood) Abrahamson with whom he had celebrated their 64th wedding anniversary on October 20, 2010.
Born in Waterford, CT on January 3, 1924, the son of the late Manfred and Caroline (Swanson) Abrahamson. He was a graduate of Chelmsford High School with the class of 1941.
Mr. Abrahamson served with the U.S. Army during WWII. He was captured after a battle in Italy and listed as a Prisoner of War held in Germany. He was liberated in March of 1944, and honorably discharged in December of 1945.
Following his service to his country Mr. Abrahamson continued working for the government as a Letter Carrier with the U.S. Postal Service in Westford until his retirement in 1984.
He was a proud member of the American Ex-Prisoners of War, V.F.W. Post 662 in Lowell, Combat Infantrymen's Association, a 59 year member the American Legion Post 437 in Westford. Mr. Abrahamson was an avid golfer and 60 year member of the Nabnasset Lake Country Club in Westford.
He will be remembered for his wonderful sense of humor, and as a kind, devoted husband and family man. He often volunteered his time to help veterans and other worthy causes.
Besides his loving wife, Joyce, he is survived by a son and daughter-in-law, Robert W. and Julie Abrahamson of Myrtle Beach, SC; a daughter and son-in-law, Gayle and Roger Jaillet of Gardner, MA; a sister-in-law, Nell Abrahamson of N. Chelmsford, MA; two cherished grandchildren, Daniel Brennan of Columbia, SC and Marisa Brennan of Myrtle Beach, SC; two nieces, nephews; and several close family friends.
He was the brother of the late Frederick Abrahamson of N. Chelmsford who died in 1990, and the late George Abrahamson of Lowell.
ABRAHAMSON -- Robert M. Abrahamson, of Westford, MA, died November 23, 2010. A private Memorial Service will be held at a later date. Memorials may be made in his name to the American Ex-Prisoners of War, 3201 E. Pioneer Pkwy Suite 40, Arlington, Texas 76010-5396. ARRANGEMENTS BY DOLAN FUNERAL HOME, 978-251-4041. Guestbook at www.dolanfuneralhome.com
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Memories and Condolences
for Robert Abrahamson
Leslie McDonald
November 29, 2010
Thank you Robert for serving our country!! My prayers are with you, Joyce, Gayle and Bobby.
Sincerely,
Leslie McDonald (formerly from Westford)
November 27, 2010
Dear Joyce, Gayle & Bobby,
I'm so sorry for your loss.
I haven't seen Robert for several years but I remember him as a man of few words and great strength. He was gentle and serious. When he spoke everyone listened.
I know he'll be dearly missed.
I wish you peace and comfort in your time of loss.
Sincerely,
Carol Lindahl
November 27, 2010
Dear Joyce,
So sorry to hear of Robert's passing. Keep remembering the good times...
Louie and Bea Joy
Dave Loiselle
November 27, 2010
It was always a pleasure to see Bob saunder up the parking lot and into the store..I knew he would always have the time and would show genuine concern of my healt, business and golf game..
I'll rememeber him the rest of my life
because it seemed he was here when I needed support and a few laughs.
see you soon.
November 26, 2010
DEAR JOYCE,
We are so sorry to hear of Robert's passing. You were so lucky to spend 64 years together. God bless you and we will see you in the spring.
Carole and Carol (From Florida)
Margie Larsen
November 25, 2010
It was my good fortunate to have met Bob. He will be remembered as a fine gentleman who was proud to have served his country. I am so sorry for your loss Joyce, Gayle and Robert. I will remember the good times we shared, I will miss my friend.
November 25, 2010
Mrs. Abrahamson,
64 years together...!!! How nice. I'm so sorry you lost a dear friend. The scriptures speak of a time when life with our loves ones will be forever. It speaks of a time when we will see those we lost in death. May this bring comfort to you as we await the promise from our God to come true.
~Hunter
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