KATE ABRAHAM Obituary

ABRAHAM--Kate Hannan, age 82, of New York, NY died peacefully at home on Saturday, November 19, 2022. Mother of Jamili Abraham and Mick Abraham, grandmother of Hannan Abraham, wife for 60 years of F. Murray Abraham, she suffered for years from MS but never lost her hope and good humor despite the challenges she faced. She was extraordinarily courageous, fiercely loyal, and always honest. She was loved by a wide circle of people, some of whom knew her only briefly and many for decades. She was an inspirational woman who embodied dignity and grace throughout her life. Kate loved classic country and classic movies, and her beloved New York Yankees. Needlepoint pieces she created over 30 years ago still adorn her family's pillows, walls, and Christmas trees. She did crosswords in ink and solved Jumbles just by hearing the letters read to her. She was a Jeopardy! champion in the 70s, spoke French fluently, and was first flute in her high school orchestra. Kate was stubborn, and funny, and loving, and feisty until the end.

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Published by New York Times on Nov. 23, 2022.

Memories and Condolences
for KATE ABRAHAM

11 Entries

Karen

April 20, 2025

Many Condolences in the loss of your wife. But big congrats to a long, Hollywood marriage.
Watching Lotus, Sicily, and googled F Murray to find his long, lovely marriage among his credits!

From my college era of Scarface and later Amadeus, I have loved his acting and am so happy for his beautiful marriage.
The greatest award of all, good husband!
Sorry for your loss!

Eddie mapula

February 2, 2024

My deepest condolences on the loss of your wife May God bless you during this difficult time

Your old friend
Eddie Mapula
El Paso tx

Martha

November 28, 2023

My deepest sympathies to her children and her husband. I am in awe that she found her happily ever after, a precious gift of love and devotion so many of us seek out but will most likely never call our own. How beautiful... she sounded like a very lovely and lucky lady..so sorry again for your loss.

Evelyn Simon Fox

September 2, 2023

Condolences on the loss of your dear Kate. An inspiration just reading her obituary. I´m reaching out because we probably knew each other at El Paso High School. My beloved Lucia P Hutchins. Shakespeare, Our Town, Texas State speech and drama tournaments. I graduated in 1956 - my companion player - Arturo Islas. TWC Milton Leech and John Hardy - wonder years. I stayed in touch with Ms Hutchins for years. I hope she lived long enough to see you in Amedeaus. Stay strong. Evelyn Simon Fox

Patti Pransky

August 27, 2023

Dear F. Murray,
A fan, I saw your segment on Sunday morning today and felt I had to write to say how sorry I am for the loss of your beloved Kate. From her obituary she sounds like she was a wonderful person who was loved by many and whose spirit I am sure will live on in your hearts forever.

Marsha MacIntyre

March 18, 2023

You may leave Pittsburgh, but Pittsburgh never leaves you. You are one of us forever and we share you pain and heartache at the loss of your wife. As someone who is married 52 years , I am very aware of our limited time together until we are once again joined in our Lords loving arms as you and Kate will surely be. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Melanie

February 23, 2023

It broke my heart to read this, especially after her husbands appearance on White Lotus. She would have been so proud of his performance. May God Bless the Family during their time of grief. You have my Deepest Sympathy Sincerely, Melanie S. Phenix City, AL

Donna Centracchio

February 23, 2023

What a beautiful tribute to Mrs. Abraham. It brings many smiles reading it. I did not know her, I have always had admiration for Murray's work. My sympathy to all of you. Cherish the memories.

Kathy Rice

January 24, 2023

Mr. Abraham, I lost my beloved husband in 2021. I have never known such grief. Still soldering on as best I can.

I found this quote helpful and so true. Hope it´s helpful to you.

Oh, you know, you realize that grief is perhaps the last and final translation of love. And I think, you know, this is the last act of loving someone. And you realize that it will never end. You get to do this to translate this last act of love for the rest of your life.

Poet Ocean Vuong

Ashley D W

January 21, 2023

Beautiful tribute for Mrs. Abraham

Sharon L Griswold

January 10, 2023

I am so very sorry for your loss. Prayers for you and your family during these very difficult days.

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