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William Abernathy Obituary

ABERNATHY William Lewis Abernathy died at his home on the Piankatank River on December 30, 2006. He was seventy-four years old and enjoyed his family, friends, and an avid love of collecting. He is survived by his wife of fifty-two years, Vivian Shipley Abernathy; his daughters, Faye A. Daniel and husband, Ronnie, Matty A. Land and husband, Clarke; two granddaughters, Amy E. Daniel and Emma A. Land; and two grandsons, Jason L. Daniel and Nicholas C. Land. He also leaves a sister, Shirley A. Gilliam and husband, Bob. He is also survived by sisters-in-law, brothers-in-law, nieces and nephews. A memorial service will be conducted Wednesday, January 3, 2007 at 11 a.m. in the Mathews Chapel United Methodist Church, Cobbs Creek. Contributions may be made to the Mathews Chapel United Methodist Church Building Fund, P.O. Box 131, Cobbs Creek, Va. 23035. Foster-Faulkner Funeral Home, Mathews, is in charge of the arrangements.
Published by Richmond Times-Dispatch on Jan. 1, 2007.

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January 4, 2007

Vivian and family, So sorry to hear of Bill passing. Didn't know until Wednesday afternoon. Just tie a knot and hang on tight , time and your wonderful memories and the Lord will comfort you all. Hope to see you soon. You are all in my prayers. My Love, Kathy Diggs,(Hudgins Va)

January 4, 2007

Vivian and family, So sorry to hear of Bill passing. Didn't know until Wednesday afternoon. Just tie a knot and hang on tight , time and your wonderful memories and the Lord will comfort you all. Hope to see you soon. You are all in my prayers. My Love, Kathy Diggs

John Huff

January 2, 2007

I'll never forget the time that Billy took my friends and I fishing late one night. We had come down to stay at my father-in-law's cabin for one last hurah before heading to Coast Guard bootcamp. Billy offered to take us fishing, and we gladly accepted. We hit on a mess of flounder and were pulling them in left and right. We had a great night thanks to Billy. Also, who could forget Billy's collections!

Joanne Gayle

January 1, 2007

Vivian and family, I was sad when I saw Mr. Abernathy's passing in the paper. I know he will leave a big void, but the Lord will comfort you and give you His peace. Jody was born on the 30th some 39 years ago. That will always be a day of shared memories. You are in my prayers. Love, Joanne

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