Barbara Jean Abbott

1937 - 2012

Barbara Jean Abbott obituary, 1937-2012

BORN

1937

DIED

2012

FUNERAL HOME

McCarty - Evergreen Funeral Home

7426 Asheville Highway

Knoxville, Tennessee

Barbara Abbott Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Jul. 7, 2012.

ABBOTT, BARBARA JEAN (MAMMA HAT) - 75 of Knoxville, went home to be with Jesus July 7, 2012. She was a long time member and pianist at Mt. Avenue Church of God. She is survived by children, Wayne, Gene, Hotrod, Paul, David, Loretta and Pauletta and numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren and 1 great-great-grandson. Family and friends will meet Tuesday July 10, 2012 at Greenwood Cemetery for a 12:00 p.m. graveside service. Rev Gary Stiles officiating. condolences may be offered at mccartyevergreenfuneralhome.com

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July 10, 2012

Jackie Brittney & Hannah Freeman

Mamaw we will miss you SO MUCH!! You were a great lady and a wonderful woman of God!! You showed people how to be a true christian. You are in a better place now and we know you are happier than ever!!

July 10, 2012

Lisa Ward - Bettis

We are so sorry for your loss. Your family will be in our thoughts and prayers.

July 9, 2012

Sue King

To the Abbott family,so sorry to hear about Barbara passing away.I knew this lady many years ago when I worked in the knox county school system headstart program.She was such a nice and caring lady,when we would go to her home for visits.I know she will be sadly missed by all that knew her and loved her.I will keep all of you in my thoughts and prayers.

July 9, 2012

Marble Hill Church of God

Extending out deepest condolences
at this time for your family.Barbara has beena blessing to us for many years and will be missed.Praying for you all at this timeof need that God love will fill the void
until we all meet again.

July 9, 2012

terry-pat heath

when the lord calls our loved ones home he leaves a gift of memories in exchange.

July 9, 2012

Janice Tindell & Keith Yates

So sorry for your loss! May God comfort you in this time of need.

July 9, 2012

Heather Gibson

Wayne, I wish I could be there to support you and your family. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with all of you now. No, I didn't know her, but if you loved her, I'm sure she was a wonderful person. Thankfully, she leaves a good legacy. We love you!

July 9, 2012

My condolences to the family for your loss. May the God of all comfort give you the strength needed to cope during this difficult time.

July 9, 2012

Lennis Self, Jennifer, Darlene & Jeter Latham

I was so sorry to hear of your loss. Please let me know if there is anything I can do to help at this time.

July 9, 2012

Vivian Abbott

We miss you Barbara and we will remember you in our hearts.May God be with you.Love you Hotrod,Vivian,and Ashley.

July 9, 2012

Rick & Ginger Sanders

I was so sorry to hear of your loss. Please let me know if there is anything I can do to help at this time.

July 9, 2012

JONES ROBIN

(R.I.P.) BARBARA YOU WILL BE MISSED BY SO MANY !!

July 9, 2012

Ray&Sue Lee

Barb we loved you so much, always there if we needed anything, always wanted to help others, you gone to be others that have left us just temporary with our heavenly father

July 9, 2012

Timothy Burnette

I will miss you aunt Barbara, You where always there for my mother way before I was even born and you where always good to me.

July 9, 2012

Betty Hale

I love you sis. I miss you already. But I'll be seeing you in the near future, goodnight for now.

July 9, 2012

Johnnie Reed

you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Johnnie Reed and family

July 9, 2012

Charles and Beth Sheddan

Loretta and family, you have our heartfelt condolences. As we shared the other night, you have many memories to enjoy until you are together again. Think about the big reunion she is having with your dad and brothers and others that have gone before her. Love your family.

July 9, 2012

Tiffany Spires

Mamaw was a unique person. She was unwavering in her beliefs and love for God. She was an example to the rest of us. Mamaw, even though you live far away now, the role you played in my life will never go away. I know how badly you wanted to see Jesus;now you've finally crossed the gulf between the two worlds. Rest in peace and love. We'll miss you and we love you.

July 9, 2012

I'm so sorry to hear of your loss, draw close to God during this difficult time and he will draw close to you. James 4:8

July 9, 2012

Felicia Clevenger

Noah and I miss you so much mamaw. I thank God for being able to have you in our lives, and for you being able to see your only great, great grandson in your life time. I will never forget all the encouraging things you have said to me. I know you are in heaven rejoicing with Jesus, and this isn't goodbye its a see you later. we love you!

July 9, 2012

sherry humphrey

Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.

July 9, 2012

Becky Holbert

To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.

Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."

It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.

God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.

When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.

I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.

There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.

If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.

So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.

And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.

Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998

July 9, 2012

Andrea Winton

Love and prayers for this family at such a hard time. May the strength of our Lord be with you all.

July 8, 2012

wayne freeman 2nd

I love you and miss you so much already! Israel loved to go see Mamaw Abbott and I will keep your memory alive with him.

July 8, 2012

Wayne Freeman

Mamaw I love you so much and will think about you every day just like I do papaw.

July 8, 2012

Barbie Spires

My mamaw has taught me so much. She loved the Lord and shared the word and knowledge of him to everyone she met. She loved her family and her grand kids. I'm so glad I had all the time I did with her. I know she is rejoicing in Heaven. I love you and will miss you dearly until we meet again in Heaven. Love your granddaughter

July 7, 2012

sharon fine

Our loss is Heaven's gain. We were greatly blessed by her tallent and dedication to help people, and her service and faithfulness to the Lord. I loved Sis. Barbara Jean, and will miss her greatly. Another soldier has gone home. Rest in Peace dear sister till we meet again on that great getting up morning. Thoughts and especially prayers are with the family....

Posted by sharon fine

July 7, 2012

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