of Greenbrier, AR
March 22, 1948 - September 6, 2021
Bobby 'Bob' Charles Abrams, 73, of Greenbrier, went to be with the Lord on Monday, September 6, 2021, after a brief battle with leukemia.
He was born March 22, 1948, in Deming NM, the son of the late Willie Abrams and Carrie Abrams Cardin.
Bob was a long-time member of Springhill Baptist Church and a Retired Union Carpenter and Cattle Farmer. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, and camping. He loved spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren.
One of his greatest achievements was learning sign language to communicate with his deaf daughters and families.
He will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved him.
Bob was preceded in death by parents and one sister, Wilma Bennings.
Bob is survived by his loving wife of 52 years, Bettizelle Abrams, 2 daughters, Christie Abrams and husband, Jonathan Gay of AZ and Stacy Abrams and husband, Eddie King of MD, 4 grandchildren, Zoe Abrams-Gay, Rue Abrams-Gay, Coffey King and Mattea King, brother, B.J. Abrams and wife, Tommie of Greenbrier, 2 nieces, Betty Hamm and Jody Havens and extended family and an abundance of friends.
Graveside Service will be at 10am Saturday, September 11 at McNew Cemetery in Greenbrier, with Bro. Ed Stephenson officiating.
In lieu of flowers, Memorials may be made in Bob's memory to Arkansas School for the Deaf Foundation 2400 W. Markham St. Little Rock, AR 72205 or McNew Cemetery P.O. Box 124 Greenbrier, AR 72058.
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46 Condolence(s)
Ricky Taylor
Sunday, October 24, 2021
Bob once poked in my stomach and said, "Pillsbury" - I was amused, not offended. That's how sweet he was. Will miss his presence. Godspeed, Bob.
Mike and Suzanne Wilcox
Monday, September 13, 2021
Sincere condolences for all the family. You all will be in our thoughts and prayers.
Lynn Franquemont
Sunday, September 12, 2021
I just read about Bob’s passing in Sunday’s paper. Betty, I am so sorry for your loss. I am keeping you and your family in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
Kristin Erickson
Saturday, September 11, 2021
My condolences to you and your family. He lives a great life did great things . Even though I didn’t know him very well he came to some of the events that his daughter worked at that’s where I met him. He was such a great man to interact in everything learned to sign for his daughters and be always there if you needed anything . You will be missed and will always be in the hearts of everyone who knew you .
Kristin Erickson
Saturday, September 11, 2021
My condolences to you and your family. He lives a great life did great things . Even though I didn’t know him very well he came to some of the events that his daughter worked at that’s where I met him. He was such a great man to interact in everything learned to sign for his daughters and be always there if you needed anything . You will be missed and will always be in the hearts of everyone who knew you .
Richard and Janan Day
Friday, September 10, 2021
Our deepest sympathy to all of your family in the loss of Bob. May God comfort you with good memories and peace in the days ahead.
Kathy Felkins
Friday, September 10, 2021
Betti, your family has always had a special place in my heart, and it is breaking right now. I am so very very sorry. God has a plan, and we each have a role in His plan. It is not to question or to even understand, just to believe and to have faith. Rest in Peace Bobby Charles. You will be missed by all. With love, Kathy
Kevin Kerr
Friday, September 10, 2021
Sorry to hear of your loss. Stay strong.
John Shumate
Friday, September 10, 2021
Your marriage with Bob, like your Mom and Dads, exemplify all that is good in Christian families. Praying for peace and strength for you and the girls as you celebrate Bobs life and journey to his Heavenly Home.
Nancy Reynolds
Thursday, September 9, 2021
I am so sorry to hear of your great loss. No words can take away your pain. Just know I will be holding you all up in prayer and thought. May the God of Peace and Mercy sustain you through the difficult days.
I am grateful that the Good Lord gives us a mind that is able to hold sweet memories, that is a true blessing.
Much love to you all.
Ann cloyd
Thursday, September 9, 2021
Our deepest sympathy and heartfelt blessings to Betty, girls and families. Am remembering numerous get togethers and visits that brought out Bob's sense of humor but also remembering his extraordinary work ethic and commitment to family and farm. Bob's reunion with his heavenly family will be joyous and his earthly family can rest knowing that he is with His Father.
Ann, Dan, Bess and Lainey Cloyd
Jodee Crace
Thursday, September 9, 2021
Heartfelt condolence to the Abrams family. An admiration for Bob, as a hearing father, using ASL with her children, in-laws and grandchildren is a tribute to who he is. With love, Jodee
Donna Berry
Thursday, September 9, 2021
My heart is sadden for you Bettizelle, along with your girls and their families. I was thinking back on how long I had known Bob. Bob's family lived across the road from my Grandparents, but guess I was about 5 or 6 when I actually recall knowing the Abrams' family. I remember how BJ & Bob were workers around the place and took care of it. He's not only going to be missed terribly by his family & friends, but also the community in which he grew up. May God put His loving arms around all of you during this time. Love you Bettizelle, and so sorry on the loss of your best friend/husband. Prayers for all of you!
Charles/Janice Attebery
Wednesday, September 8, 2021
We are praying for you and your family. May God give you peace and comfort. We love you!
Laura BlIr
Wednesday, September 8, 2021
I'm so sorry for your loss. My prayers are with you and your girls. With love to all.
Rex Loftin
Wednesday, September 8, 2021
I did not know Bob that well, but you didn't have to know him well to know he was a good man. He will be missed!
Dale and Sandra Harris
Wednesday, September 8, 2021
We are sorry for your loss Husband. Prayers for you and your family.
Gene & Sandy Vaughn
Wednesday, September 8, 2021
Bett, so sorry for your loss but you will be a real winner in the end.
David Baker
Wednesday, September 8, 2021
Sorry to hear about Bob .He Will be missed May God bless Bobs Family. David Baker class mate
Amberly and Jeffery Carlton
Wednesday, September 8, 2021
Stacy, Christie, Betty and family,
We are sorry for your loss! He is in your special heart! Thank to Stacy made video of him, he is blessed and showed love! We love y’all and praying!
Amberly/Jeffery Carlton
Linda Sublett Baird
Wednesday, September 8, 2021
So sorry for your loss prayers for you and your family I know that he will be missed by so many people
Jerene Reddin
Wednesday, September 8, 2021
Our sincere condolences to Betty and all the family. I know he will be missed. It's been a long time since we've seen you, but we still love all of you. So sorry to hear of Bob's passing.
Judy McCollum Reynolds
Wednesday, September 8, 2021
Bettizelle and family
So sorry about Bob,keeping all of you in my prayers.
Peace and Love
Judy
Glenda Hall
Wednesday, September 8, 2021
It is so very true that, "Bob will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved him." One of my fondest memories is of Ronnie and Bob laughing and talking after church as we sometimes finally got in our cars to wait. I'm still not sure what all they had to talk about, but they enjoyed a long friendship. Love to all of your family.
Glenda
Donna Hawkins
Wednesday, September 8, 2021
Bob will always be remembered as a former classmate. ('66) Deepest sympathy and prayers for his family.
David A Quattlebaum
Wednesday, September 8, 2021
Bett and family, I share in your loss and send prayers to you all.
Glen Acre
Wednesday, September 8, 2021
We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Everyone is in our prayers. I have great memories of Bob at school in Greenbrier , please let us know if there is anything we can do.
David Gay
Wednesday, September 8, 2021
Betty,
So sorry to hear about Bob.
I was praying that he would beat the Leukemia! So sorry he did not . We send our prayers to you and family !
Bob was such a great guy , wish that I had know him better ! My condolences and best wishes .
Dave
PAT HOLLOWAY (LUTE)
Wednesday, September 8, 2021
I AM SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS. SORRY FOR THOSE DAYS A HEAD THAT YOU HAVE TO LEARN HOW TO BE A SINGLE PERSON. WE WERE WITH THEM SO LONG THAT YOU FORGET HOW TO BE JUST YOU. i PRAY FOR YOU AND YOUR FAMILY. ONE PIECE OF ADVISE, LET PEOPLE HELP YOU. I HAVE ALWAYS BEEN SO INDEPENDENT THAT I DIDN'T DO THAT. TAKE CARE.
Mimi
Wednesday, September 8, 2021
Bob Abrams you left a legacy of love in your wife, two beautiful and talented daughters and four amazing grandchildren. You will live on in the hearts of all those who have loved you.
Tony Bradford
Wednesday, September 8, 2021
I'm sorry that loss your loved one as good man . hug you always
Randy Nokes
Wednesday, September 8, 2021
Bett and Family,
Praying for you in this Difficult Time. Always Thought Very Highly of You and Bob. Praying God will Comfort you in the Days to Come.
Ashton
Wednesday, September 8, 2021
Sweet Pops will be greatly missed. Sending many prayers and hugs your way. â¤ï¸
Jim Atkinson
Wednesday, September 8, 2021
I am so sorry for your loss. You will all be in my prayers
May the Lord bless with comfort only He can give.
Charlsie and Jim McBride
Wednesday, September 8, 2021
We extend our deepest sympathies to all the family. With our prayers, for all.
Ricky "Pillsbury" Taylor
Wednesday, September 8, 2021
Bob, godspeed! The guy who once poked in my tummy and said, "Pillsbury!" and yet allowed me to use profane words in the Abrams House. From my heart, you'll always be missed. Thanks for embracing me as one of your own when I visited your daughters who were my closest friends at Gallaudet University as well as Betty. I was hoping that I'd see you and Betty before time does its calling but that was not to be. And I'll never forget you, Bob. We have something in common - my real name is Ricky, not Richard. Your real name is Bobby, not Rorbert. Rest easy and I'll see you someday. Bob, just look at your daughters - you did do a magnificent job as a hearing father and I salute you.
R-
Thomas W Harrington
Wednesday, September 8, 2021
So sorry for your loss. He sure was a good one
Marla Martinez
Tuesday, September 7, 2021
We love you all, sorry for your loss. â¤ï¸â¤ï¸â¤ï¸
Traci & Brett Ketchum and family
Tuesday, September 7, 2021
So sorry for your loss, our prayers are with the familyðŸ™ðŸ¼
Gabriel Rodelo and Family
Tuesday, September 7, 2021
To Betty, Christie, Stacy, and Family. I am sorry to hear about his passing. Let me know if you need anything.
Ginger Philley
Tuesday, September 7, 2021
My thoughts and prayers are with you all in your time of grief. ⤠hugs. The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit. Psalms 34:18
Cecil wilcox
Tuesday, September 7, 2021
So sorry Bett. I always thought a lot of Bob admired him for what he did for his family my condolences
bill zellner
Tuesday, September 7, 2021
I will always remember how attentive Bob was in our Sunday School class. The two of you were faithful and I will join you in missing BOB
Kristin
Tuesday, September 7, 2021
Abrams ladies, so so for yall loss I know words can’t take away the hurt yall re feeling, but I want you to know how much I care. Sending you love and strength in this time of loss.... love Kristin Redden
Janet Enoch
Tuesday, September 7, 2021
Sincere sympathy to all of Bob's wonderful family. His warmth and sense of humor will be missed. All my love and best wishes to the family during this very difficult time.
Mrs Jewel Loveless
Tuesday, September 7, 2021
Sorry for your loss, you will be in my prayers