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Miriam Abernathy Obituary

Miriam McTeer Abernathy

ORANGEBURG -- Dr. Miriam McTeer Abernathy, 96, of 1310 Ward Lane, Orangeburg, SC, passed away Sunday, March 26, 2023, at her residence.

Arrangements are incomplete and will be announced later.

Family and friends may visit the residence, 1310 Ward Lane, or call Simmons Funeral Home and Crematory of Orangeburg, SC.

Please adhere to all COVID-19 precautions and masks are required when visiting the residence.

Online condolences may be expressed at www.simmonfuneralhome.com.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by The Times and Democrat on Mar. 28, 2023.

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R D JONES

April 4, 2023

To the Abernathy Family:
We wish to extend our deepest sympathy and condolences regarding the passing of Dr. Miriam Abernathy. She was a truly accomplished academic leader; a professional role model; and a long time friend and colleague of our aunt, Dr. Wilhelmina Funchess. May she rest in peace.

Sincerely,
Mary Louise Funchess Jones

Georgia Montgomery

April 2, 2023

My most vivid memories of Dr. Abernarhy is of her love of travel and how she shared these experiences with so many and so often. May she rest in peace.

Verlie A. Tisdale, PhD

March 30, 2023

I am from Claflin University and truly admired the beautiful person she was. May Dr. Abernathy rest in peace, prayers for the family.

Art & Yvette Abernathy

March 27, 2023

A beautiful and loving spirit that we will always carry in our heart, minds, and thoughts.

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