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Mrs. Esther Viola Abrams

Passed 03/02/2024

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Obituary For Mrs. Esther Viola Abrams

Mrs. Esther Viola Abrams was born in Wyco, WV. She was the youngest of 5 children born to the union of Floyd Lee Caldwell and Minnie Reed Caldwell.

Besides her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, an infant son, two brothers, two sisters, a grandson, and a nephew.

Sister Abrams is survived by three sons, a daughter, an adopted daughter, five grandchildren, thirteen great-grandchildren, and a host of cousins, nieces, nephews, and friends.

Sister Abrams worked and retired from a Social Services Agency where she was the Outreach Director. This job suited her tremendously because she always had a kind and giving heart. Through this agency, she was able to provide food, clothing, and utility payments to so many people in need.

As a young woman, Sister Abrams was led to the ways of Pentecostal Holiness by the late Evangelist Georgia Allen of Mullens, WV. Sister Abrams was a long-standing member of Faith Temple of Deliverance Church in Beckley where the pastor was the late Bishop Bob Tunstalle. Sister Abrams worked diligently for many years as President of the Pastor’s Aide. She was also a member of Faith Temple’s national organization, Triumphant Pentecostal Churches, Inc. where the overseer is Bishop Tony O. Carter from NC.

Sister Esther Viola Abrams’ gift from God was truly her motherhood. She not only mothered her children and grandchildren, she mothered many, many more. The young people of the church affectionately called Sister Abrams “Big Momma.” Through her vast wisdom and nurturing ways, Sister Abrams was never too busy to listen and provide an encouraging Word from the Lord.

We love you and we miss you Mother.

Funeral service will be 1:00PM Tuesday, March 12, 2024 at Faith Temple of Deliverance 119 Deegans St. Beckley with Bishop Rodney K. Hill officiating. Burial will follow in Greenwood Memorial Park, Beckley.

Friends, while wearing masks and observing social distancing, may view and visit with the family thirty minutes prior.

Email condolences to ritchiejohnsonfuneralparlor@gmail.com.

Arrangements entrusted to Ritchie & Johnson Funeral Parlor, Beckley.

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03/12/2024

Vivian R Webb Stanback

I will miss our conversations. I will miss my favorite auntie always&forever Vivian (Nae)🥰
03/12/2024

Vivian R Webb Stanback

Okay Auntie, you're all together again. The fabulous five (Lois, Lee, James, Ruby & Viola). Rest in peace. Love you ❤️ Vivian Renee Webb Stanback aka Nae
03/12/2024

S. Smith

Sending my deepest condolences to the family of Mrs. Abrams. Praying for love and peace for the family.
03/12/2024

Arnita Mitchell Branch & Family

To the Caldwell-Cook, Alexander, Abrams and Extended Families: "As a Mother comforts her child, so will I comfort you ..." Isaiah 66:13. God's love never fails. As you honor your Mother, please remember that God is near to comfort you. May God give you peace and joy in knowing that your Mother has finished the race and God has welcomed her home. Our deepest condolences. Arnita Mitchell Branch. The Mitchell Family.
03/09/2024

Camille

Big Mama I have known her since I was a baby she was was one of the sweetest ladies I knew loved her she will be missed 🧡
03/08/2024

Janice "Jan" Law-Graham

My deepest, heartfelt condolences to Jeff, Sheryl, Jarris, Ray and all the Family, 🙏🏻May GOD send the COMFORT of the HOLY SPIRIT to envelop you and provide COMFORT during this time and ALWAYS❤️ Ms. Viola was an exceptional cook and her homemade pizza should have been sold in stores. We spoke of her LOVE for her children & how they LOVED spoiling her. She was very proud of her marksmanship ability which Jeff inherited❣️ Ms. Viola's SWEET, SOOTHING voice has been silenced but HER SPIRIT REMAINS with us. Rest QUEEN for you have EARNED YOUR WINGS🙌 Yours in Christ, Janice "Jan" Law-Graham
03/08/2024

Barbara Claytor

So blessed because our paths crossed in life! Always lifted our spirits when in her presence. Oh, how she loved the Lord! Prayers for entire family & church family. Enjoyed her & Cheryl on bus trips to see Biblical plays in PA! God bless! Sending love & sympathy! CW & Barbara Claytor
03/06/2024

Evang. Leslie Allen

To the family of mother Viola Abrams ..evang. Allen and elder Perkins Johnson are sending our heartfelt condolences to Sis. Cheryl and thecrest of the family..we truly loved this beautiful angel..who was always soo sweet and loving to our family...we pray for God to strengthen and comfort you all...we both love to dress and always had a good time talking about clothes..may her beautiful light always shine......
03/06/2024

Emily Oglesby

Mrs Viola was a very sweet and loving LADY,sending our heart felt condolences to the family.With love the OGLESBY family.May GOD bless you in your time of need.
03/05/2024

Larry and Judy Patterson and Family

We remember...We Love... and We pray...♥️🙏🏾
03/04/2024

The Moore Family-Tampa, Fl

To the Caldwell-Cook, Green & Abrams Families, Viola was a sweet and charming lady admired by many. We know how great your loss is! Larry, Scott, Lori and I send our love and heartfelt condolences. ♥️

Tributes

Laurence Dwight Cox sent Beautiful Dreams for Mrs. Esther Viola Abrams - 03/11/2024

My deepest sympathy. May God continue to bless and hold you closely. To my childhood family, I love you guys. Dwight / Robin Cox and family
Leonard Alexander sent Serene Lily Basket for Mrs. Esther Viola Abrams - 03/10/2024

I just want to thank you, for being there for me, we had our little issues but we work them out.you was a very big part of my life, and always will be.I love you for ever. Leonard Alexander