Joshua Michael Abernethy

1987 - 2012

Joshua Michael Abernethy obituary, 1987-2012, Hickory, NC

BORN

1987

DIED

2012

FUNERAL HOME

Hickory Funeral Home

1031 11th Avenue Blvd SE

Hickory, North Carolina

Joshua Abernethy Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Aug. 6, 2012.

Joshua Michael Abernethy, 24, passed away August 5, 2012 at Frye Regional Medical Center following a brief illness.

Joshua was born August 28, 1987 in Burke Co. to Charlie Abernethy and Michelle Clay Townsend.

He was preceded in death by mat/great grandmother, Joyce Duncan; mat/great grandfathers, Arris Rowe and Junior Duncan; pat/great grandparents, Harrison and Allie Abernethy, Letcher Warf and Vernon Warren.

He attended Winkler's Grove Baptist Church and was a self employed painter.

Surviving are his wife, Katherine Starnes Abernethy of the home; daughter, Kalli Abernethy of the home; parents, Michelle Clay Townsend and Scottie of Hickory, Charlie Abernethy and Ginger of Hildebran; mat/grandparents, Wayne and Debi Davis of Hickory and Michael & Patsy Clay of Winston Salem; pat/grandparents, Pete and Sharon Abernethy of Valdese and Dave and Brenda Fleming of Vale; brothers, Senior Airman, Jordyn and Katie Beth Townsend of Robbins, Ga, Chase Abernethy, Kendall Abernethy and Dusty Swanson of Hildebran; mat/great grandmother, Sarah Rowe of Hickory, Kendall Abernethy of Hildebran and Dusty Swanson of Hildebran, and pat/ great grandmother, Lucille Warren of Hickory; mother & father-in-law, Jimmy and Tonia Starnes of Taylorsville; very special great aunt and uncle, John & Pat Morris of Connelly Springs and a number of aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins.

Services will be Wednesday, August 8, at 3:00 P. M. at Winkler's Grove Baptist Church with Rev. Dale Faulkenbury and Reverend Paul Deal officiating.

Burial will follow in Catawba Memorial Park.

The family will receive friends Wednesday from 1:00 until 2:45 PM at the church.

Condolences may be made online at www.hickoryfh.com.

Hickory Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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August 12, 2012

Lynn Mull

Continuing to lift you up in our prayers. God has the ultimate control and I know that He will supply the peace that you need to endure. Love all of you. Randy, Lynn, Tyler & Harley

August 10, 2012

Rickie Martinat

Michelle & Scottie,
So sorry to hear of your loss!! You are two very special people!! My thoughts and prayers go out to you & your families!
May God continue to give you the strenghth & courage that you so need at this time!
Love & Prayers
Rickie Martinat (Cubbard Express)

August 9, 2012

Candy Lazenby

Michelle and Family,
We were so shocked and saddened to hear of your great loss of your precious son. You and the family have been and will continue to be in our prayers. May God wrap His loving and comforting arms around you during this time and give you strength,courage and peace as only He can give.
Love and prayers,
Mike and Candy Lazenby

August 8, 2012

Shirley and James Moses

We are so very sorry to hear of your great loss. We pray for God in His mercy and wisdom will guide and comfort you all through the days ahead .

August 8, 2012

Billy and Robin Arney

Our prayers are with Michelle & Scottie, Jordyn & Katie, and all of Josh's family and friends during this difficult time. As humans we often ask "Why?" because we are living in the here and now, but we know God is on His throne seeing the big picture. May His grace comfort you and hold you up beyond all your imagination.

August 8, 2012

Lori Moses

Michelle I pray that God will comfort you during this time of loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

August 8, 2012

Michelle, My words can not express how sorry I am for your loss of Josh. I pray that God will give you peace, strength, and comfort today and the days ahead. Please know that we are praying for you, and will continue!!I love you, and my heart breaks for your family!! April Good

August 8, 2012

Steve Rash

Michelle you and the family are in our prayers. Steve, Jamie and Jordan

August 8, 2012

The Bowmans

Can't tell you how sorry we are about your loss of Josh. Please know that we are lifting you up daily to Jesus for His strength and grace through this time. We love each of you and will continue to pray for you all.
With love, Ed, Paula & Austin

August 8, 2012

BennyPiper Stephens

Your family is in our prayers. May God give you the peace and comfort that you need.

August 7, 2012

Tracy Detter

Praying for your family during this time. May God give you the comfort and peace that only he can.

August 7, 2012

Larry & Yvonne Winkler

May the love and tender mercy of God surround you during this time of sorrow. Praying for you all.

August 7, 2012

John T Wilson

I am so sorry for your loss. It is always hard when a young person with what would seem to be their whole life ahead of them passes. Our prayers and love go out to you. May God keep you in the palm of his hand during this time of loss. Know that God will carry you beyond this point but for now lean on him.

August 7, 2012

Allison Hilton

Dear Michelle, Scottie and all of Josh's family,

I am so very sorry and heartbroken for the loss of Josh. There are no words that can comfort you during this tragic loss, but please know that you are in our prayers for peace, hope, comfort, healing and love. God bless you all.

Love,

Allison, Mark and Children

August 7, 2012

Lee Poulin

Sorry for your loss Michelle. You and your family are in my family prayers. Love You!

August 7, 2012

Tracy Byrd

Sorry for your loss. May God comfort all of your family. My thoughts and prayers go out to all. Love ya'll and God bless you all.

August 7, 2012

Kela McConnell Holsclaw

Charlie & family, so sorry for you loss. May God be with you at this difficult time.

August 7, 2012

Please know you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.May God Be With You. Donna Wagner (co -worker of Tonia Starnes)

August 7, 2012

Robyn & Jerry Hudson

Charlie, We are so sorry for your loss. Please know that we are praying for you and your family.

August 7, 2012

Dale & Charlene Patton

May the peace of God that passeth all understanding comfort each and every heart in this family. Praying for you Michelle and Scottie, Charlie and Ginger, Katherine and Kalli.....

August 7, 2012

Rev Thomas Brooks

Wayne & Debbie Davis ....We are sorry for your loss. Our prayers and love are with you and all the family.
Rev Thomas & Jo Anne Brooks
Daniel Boone Campground, Morganton, NC

August 7, 2012

Teresa Mahoney

I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Please know that you and your family have
lots of prayers going out for your comfort and healing. God speed your healing with his love. I am a co-worker of Tonia's. Love and comfort to you all in this most difficult time.

August 7, 2012

Michelle,Scottie I am so sorry for your loss. We are praying for you all.Love yor brother and sister in Christ. Joe and Frances Laws

August 7, 2012

Michael and Patsy Clay....So sorry to hear of your grandson's passing. Remembering you in my prayers and praying that God will give you strength and peace during this difficult time.

Faye Southern, Winston-Salem, NC

August 7, 2012

Sheron Laxton

I'm so sorry to hear about your Son, Joshua. You and your Family are in my thoughts and prayers.

August 7, 2012

Mike & Sandy Wilson

We were so sorry and saddened to hear this news. Prayers for strength and peace in the days ahead.

August 7, 2012

Vicky Williams

Michelle, Scottie, Jordyn & Katie Beth,
So very sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers go out to all of you..

Sincerely,,
Vicky & Martha Williams

August 7, 2012

Carole Isenhour

You are in my thoughts & prayers during this difficult time. May God bless and keep you in his healing power.
Carole Isenhour (co-worker of Tonia Starnes)
Lee Industries

August 7, 2012

Katherine, Tonia and family,
I am so very sorry for your loss. Please know that you and your family are in our prayers. God Bless. Angi Houston (LEE Industries)

August 7, 2012

Elaine Killian

Your family is in our thoughts and prayers. May the Lord comfort you as only He can.

August 7, 2012

Marty & Christy Everhart

August 7, 2012

teddy day

August 7, 2012

doris williams

charlie,iam so sorry for your loss,theres no words i can say for the loss of a child,iam praying for you and your family,god bless you.

August 7, 2012

doris williams

charlie,iam so sorry to hear about ur loss,theres really no words to describle the loss of a child,iam praying for you and your family.

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