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1936

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2015

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Alyce Jones-Abson Obituary

ALYCE "BOO" JONES-ABSON was born on December 20,1936 to Q.P. and Alyce "Sweet" Jones in Atlanta, Georgia. She lived in her beloved Atlanta through her early adulthood. She was preceded in death by brothers Donald (Margaret) and Wayne and is survived by youngest brother QP (Mary) of Atlanta, Georgia. Boo was married to her high school sweetheart George Asberry and had three sons whom she cherished- Q'Vinc (Irma), Kirk (Terri), and Keith "KeKe" (Donna). Keke went home to be with the Lord in August 2008. The love of her life was her second husband Lo Abson, who went to be with the Lord in May 2014. Boo worked at California School for the Deaf and then at Vine Life Christian Fellowship Church. She is survived by five lovely granddaughters, one grandson, four great grandchildren and a host of relatives and friends. Boo joined Lo and Keke in the presence of the Lord on June 18, 2015. Viewing will be held on June 25, 2015, 3:00p.m. to 7:00p.m. at Tillman Riverside Mortuary, 2874 Tenth St. Riverside. Graveside services at Riverside National Cemetery, 22495 Van Buren Blvd., Riverside, June 26, 2015 at 10:30 a.m. In lieu of flowers, donate to Riverside African American Historical Society Inc. P.O. Box 209, Riverside, CA 92502.

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Published by The Press-Enterprise from Jun. 23 to Jun. 25, 2015.

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Donna

June 18, 2024

Thinking of you today.

Donna

December 20, 2023

Happy Birthday Boo....

December 20, 2022

Happy Birthday Boo

D

June 18, 2022

Miss you

Ms

December 20, 2021

Happy Birthday!

December 20, 2020

I miss celebrating this day with you. Happy birthday!

December 20, 2018

Thinking of you on your birthday. You are missed.

December 20, 2017

Happy Birthday Boo!

December 20, 2016

Happy Birthday! Miss you!

Donna

June 18, 2016

Thinking of you today... You are missed!!!

Donna

December 20, 2015

Happy Birthday Boo. I love and miss you so much.

Isadore Ramirez jr

September 27, 2015

ALYCE My friend you Help me many years ago when I worked for GM. For years she help me and became a great friend, After a serious accident where I thought I was never going to walk. She was a strong friend. Who suggested that I follow my heart and Go into Real Estate Career, Which I did. She was one of my biggest fans and Friends and was responsible for times in my life where she really was a Great friend and bought me and help me to become closer to God and make a decision to turn my 39 yr. career into real life dream. I had and have now. She and Lo blessed me always and always said don't look back . I know she was in pain for years with her own lost. But I will never forget Her big big heart and Beautiful support in my life. I know you are at peace now. To soon, I love you my friend and will always miss you.

Michael Gallien

July 4, 2015

Alyce, a great Church Administrator and a charismatic Church Mother all in-one. Condolences to family.
Mike Gallien and Family

Stefon Fleming

July 1, 2015

Q'Vinc, I just got the news and I am so saddened. Alyce always kept me in stitches when I was working for you guys. Just know that I'm thinking about you.

June 30, 2015

she was a great wife, a wonderful mother,and a perfect friend. one of the funniest women I knew she will be missed. God bless, Wendie Burton

June 29, 2015

Sorry for your loss. May the God of all comfort provide all of you with courage and strength during this very difficult time of grief. John 6:40

June 26, 2015

"Boo" was one of a kind! My condolences to the Asberry / Abson families. From The Norris Family

June 26, 2015

I am so sorry to hear of the passing of your sweet Mother. She was such a kind and funny woman! I remember her wearing bright yellow to Keke's viewing. Such a ray of sunshine! RIP Boo!
Helen Sylvester

Sharon Kasner

June 25, 2015

Q'Vinc,
She will be missed by everyone who ever met her. I made sure to give her a hug and speak whenever I could. You are all in my thoughts. Sharon Trujillo-Kasner

Joan and Ashley Gilpin

June 25, 2015

Boo was a wonderful funny elegant lady. I first became friends with her back in the early 80's. For all of us who were blessed to have our lives touched by hers - smile you are a lucky person. Q'Vinc, Kirk and family may God's love comfort you now and always. Rest in peace my friend.

Lynne Metzger

June 25, 2015

I worked with Alyce for a few years at CSDR..She was so funny. Loved life. Was a warm caring coworker. I also went to school with Qvinc. My heart goes out to the family. Lynne Michaka Metzger

Jackie Tai Hook, Green

June 24, 2015

My condolences to the family, Kirk and Q and the others. We were neighbors for many years and i have lots of memories of the boys looking out for my sister and I when my parents worked late. And of Boo's infectious smile. May she rest in Love!

Louis Jackson

June 23, 2015

To the Asberry family. As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends. We know Alyce is with the Lord and other family members who have passed on and we will join them in heaven forever someday.

Love, the Jackson Family

Leslie Dixon

June 23, 2015

My heart and prayers are with you family. I'm so glad I was able to see her and spend some time with her during her recent trip to Atlanta. She will truly be missed. Always in my heart, I love you Aunt Boo!!!
Leslie

June 23, 2015

So sorry and shocked to read of Alyce's death.
I liked Alyce. She was a wonderful person and
will be missed. My deepest condolences go to the family.
Melva Cooke

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