Robert Lee Abernathy

Robert “Bob/Bobby” Lee Abernathy- DALLAS, GA- passed away at his home on December 31, 2022, having just celebrated his 80th birthday 2 weeks prior. He was born to William and Charlotte Abernathy on December 18, 1942., the second oldest of four children in Atlanta, Fulton County, GA. Robert was a graduate of Sylvan High School, Class of 1961. He retired from the United States Postal Service after 20+ years of service and was a member of the 2nd Baptist Church of Rockmart. He had an unquenchable thirst for life, having an appreciation for the time given to him over the last 80 years. He loved spending time fishing, showing off his artistic ability, and sharing his love for classic country music. He also enjoyed watching the Georgia Bulldogs and was an avid Atlanta Braves fan. Robert was also quite the family historian, storyteller, jokester and collector of antiquities. But most of all, he loved and cherished his time spent with friends and family. Robert is preceded in death by his beloved wife Elizabeth “Beth”; son William “Billy”; sister Gail Stinebring; brother Tony Abernathy, sister in laws Susan and Anita, nephew Harold (Hal), as well as his parents William E. and Charlotte Abernathy. His memory lives on and is survived by his son Mark Abernathy (Melissa); daughter Tammy Abernathy; grandchildren Kyndra, Eva, Aron, Brooke, Ashley (Phil), and Zachary; and one great-grandchild Abigail. Brother Gerald. Nieces and Nephews: Dewayne (Diane), David (Michelle), Dean (Jennifer), Tonda, Michael, Maria (Phill), Marty (Sabrina), and several great nieces and nephews. His memory will be cherished by close friends Kay and Alan Baxter, Charlene Kay, and families as well as his Godchildren Andrew and Kristin. Visitation will be held Monday, January 16, 2022, from 10:00am to 12:00pm and the funeral service will be at 12 noon at Southern Cremations Funeral Home, with graveside services to follow at Cheatham Hill Memorial Park located at 1861 Dallas Hwy, Marietta, GA. with Pastor Dave Warriner officiating.