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Aubray Abrams Obituary
May 15, 1939 - August 16, 2023
Aubray Iverson Abrams Jr., 84, died Wednesday, August 16, 2023, in Brookhaven, GA.
He is survived by his devoted wife of 61 years, Judith (Dudley) Abrams; daughter, Catherine Abrams; son, Charles Abrams; daughter-in-law, Susan Abrams; five grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; and many close friends.
Aubray was born in Anniston, Alabama, raised in Ohatchee, Alabama, and is the son of Aubrey and Elva Abrams. He lived all over the United States before settling in Atlanta in 1971 to raise a family.
Aubray attended Auburn University where he studied agricultural engineering. Aubray, an Auburn "farm boy," trained as an Air Force pilot. He served in the Vietnam War, supplying fresh food and supplies to U.S. Troops and the Montagnard fighters.
Aubray had a passion for flight and, after his service, he spent 30 years flying for Delta Airlines. He frequently said, "I never worked a day in my life." He just got to play...
He and his wife, Judy were married in 1962 and have been members of the First Baptist Church of Decatur for many years. They have been avid members of the community and have traveled the world. He will be missed by all who knew him.
Services will be held at the First Baptist Church of Decatur, 308 Clairemont Ave., Decatur, GA 30030, on Sunday, August 20, at 2 p.m. There will be a reception following. Memorial gifts can be made to First Baptist Church of Decatur.
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Leisa
August 23, 2023
My daddy called today and told me about his school friend passing who lived in Atlanta. It was Mr. Aubray Abrams. He told me what a good man he was and what a good family he was from. Both my daddy and I had Mr. Abrams mother as our 4th grade teacher at Alexandria. I loved her as did my dad. To the Abrams family, I am so sorry for your loss! Mr. Abrams is remembered fondly by my daddy, Shaler Whiteside.
Lt. Col. Michael H. Sarra, USA (ret.)
August 21, 2023
May God be with the family during this time of deep sorrow.
Joel & Tracy (Gardner) Lehrer
August 21, 2023
Mrs. Abrams & Catherine, We were so very sad to hear of Mr. Abrams passing. He always had such a bright, friendly smile at church. He will be dearly missed by us and you are in our prayers.
Cynthia Edwards
August 21, 2023
My deepest condolences to you and your family sending love and prayers
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Larkin and Pat Wade
August 20, 2023
Sadness gripped our souls when we learned of Aubray's passing in the Opelika-Auburn News. From the days when we attended the BSU (Baptist Student Union) State conference in Birmingham in the late 1950s and later buying their upright piano in the early days of Aubray's Air Force stint, our paths continued to cross until now. We will remember Aubray as a solid Christian and such a good man.
Gary Jones
August 19, 2023
Aubray and I were close friends at AU...knew him all through school. I will remember him for his great smile and always happy attitude. So sorry.
Rollin Jackson
August 18, 2023
I was a fellow pilot at Delta Air Lines with Aubray and my wife a friend of his wife Judith through their garden club and our retired pilot group. This fine gent was about as nice as anyone could meet. Even though we were not frequent, close friends, I know he will be missed by all the folks that knew him and especially by each member of his family. My wife and I send our utmost sympathy to "Judy" and the other survivors. May God's blessings be with Judith and each family member to ease the grief of this dear loved one.
Shirley McCarter Lambe
August 18, 2023
My fondest memory of Aubrey:
It was c. 1998 as I was on a Delta flight returning from Paris to Atlanta and heard the PA that Aubrey Abrams was the Captain. I informed a flight attendant that I was a family friend of Captain Abrams and his wife and asked her to please give him the note I had written, informing him that I was onboard his flight. So, when Aubrey had a break he came back to speak to me...striding down the aisle in full uniform hat and all, smiling at everyone, looking very handsome. So what I remember most about Aubrey are the warmth of his smile, his impeccable manners and his southern gentlemanly charm. He took the time to come speak with me for those few moments on that flight, making me feel important in front of a cabin full of passengers. Aubrey will be missed by all of us who knew him. I send my heartfelt condolences to Judy and all of the Abrams family. In deepest sympathy, Shirley McCarter Lambe
Allen Shanahan
August 18, 2023
A real "Southern Gentleman" who will be surely missed. He was a comrade, true friend and a veteran patriot. Have a good flight West. Allen and Karen
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