Robert Morris "Bob" Abernathy
Robert Morris "Bob" Abernathy
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18
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Alabama National Cemetery
3133 Hwy 119, Montevallo, AL 35115
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Robert Abernathy Obituary
Robert Morris "Bob" Abernathy, 84, of Clanton, Alabama passed away August 9, 2025, at his residence in Clanton, AL.
He was born December 19, 1940, in Alabama, son of the late Jess Abernathy and the late Ava Lou Abernathy.
He was the owner of Bob's Business Machines.
Surviving are his Wife, Mary Jo Abernathy; Daughter, Karen Mitchell; Son, Bobby (Janet) Abernathy; Brother, Richard (Sue) Abernathy; Sister, Nadean Bryant; A host of nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his Father, Jess Abernathy; Mother, Ava Lou Abernathy; Sisters, Wanda, Brenda, Gayle and Jewel; Brothers, Ed, Lenward and Clifford.
Graveside services will be held on Monday, 8/18/2025 at 10:15 am in the Alabama National Cemetery, Montevallo, Alabama. Family and friends please meet at the cemetery. In lieu of flowers please make donations to First Baptist Church, Clanton, AL
Martin Funeral Home directing.
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1300 4th Avenue North, Clanton, AL 35045
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Upcoming Events
Aug
18
Graveside service
10:15 p.m. - 1:00 a.m.
Alabama National Cemetery
3133 Hwy 119, Montevallo, AL 35115
Send FlowersServices provided by
Martin Funeral Home, Inc. - ClantonOnly 4 days left for delivery to next service.