Nancy Elizabeth Abernathy's Obituary
Nancy Elizabeth Abernathy, 66, of New London, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, September 23, 2025, at Atrium Health Cabarrus surrounded by her loving family.
A celebration of Nancy’s life will be held on Sunday, September 28, 2025, at Kendall Baptist Church. The family will receive friends from 2:00 p.m. until 3:00 p.m., with the funeral service beginning at 3:00 p.m., officiated by Pastor Kent Little. A private burial, with family only, officiated by Pastor Dusty Laney will follow after the service.
Born on June 9, 1959, in Iredell County, Nancy was the daughter of the late Daniel Abernathy Sr. and Peggy Abernathy, who survives her. She was a woman of quiet strength and deep faith, known for her humility, artistic spirit, and boundless compassion. She found joy in the simple things; her Savior Jesus Christ, caring for others, and the companionship of her beloved dogs.
Nancy is lovingly survived by her mother, Peggy Abernathy; her siblings, Rebecca Laney, Daniel Abernathy Jr. (Mary Ann), John Abernathy (Janis), and Philip Abernathy (Tina); her sister-in-law, Meg Bowers (David); as well as many cherished nieces, nephews, great-nieces, great-nephews, and dear friends who will miss her deeply.
In addition to her father, she was preceded in death by her brother, Harold Abernathy, and brother-in-law, Rick Laney.
Nancy touched the lives of many with her thoughtfulness, creativity, and the quiet strength of her faith. She always placed others before herself, and her memory will continue to inspire kindness and love in those who knew her.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Kendall Baptist Church, 32157 Kendalls Church Rd, New London, NC 28127, or to the American Cancer Society at donate.cancer.org.
Stanly Funeral and Cremation Care of Albemarle is serving the Abernathy family.
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