Lois Abbey

Lois Hanna Abbey, 91 of 670 East Main Street, passed away Tuesday, June 14, 2016, at Bradford Regional Medical Center, surrounded by her four children. 

Born December 29, 1924 in Port Allegany, she was the daughter of Dr. Dwight and Florence (Finger) Hanna. 

On June 24, 1950 in Port Allegany she married Preston R. Abbey, who passed away July 10, 2014.

Lois was a graduate of Port Allegany High School and was in the first graduating class from the University of Pittsburgh School of Nursing, receiving an RN Degree.  Following graduation, she worked in Washington, DC at George Washington Hospital.  She returned home to care for her ill mother.  She married Preston and they left for their honeymoon the same day the Korean War broke out. 

Lois and Preston moved to Bradford in 1956 where she became a full time mother.  Absolutely nothing came before her family and she was a staunch supporter of her children.  

Lois inherited a love of music from her mother who was a concert pianist and organist. 

Winters in Bradford were not her favorite time, so, over the years, Lois and Preston spent many winters in Naples, FL.  While there, Lois loved the sun and going to the beach as well as fishing, where she usually caught the first and largest fish. 

Lois was a dog lover, a golfer, a top bridge player and loved shopping.  She also loved anything chocolate. 

Lois is survived by her four children, Paul (Connie) Abbey, of Cleveland, OH, Lisa (Steve) Bastedo, of Atlanta, GA, Lynne (Jim)  Gokey, of Bradford and Leslie (Randy) Yokeley, of Atlanta, GA; nine grandchildren, Lindsey (Eric) Lane, Kendall Abbey, Palmer (Kyle) Mlaker, Dru Bastedo, Wesley Bastedo, Kendra Gokey, Ryan Gokey, Hanna Yokeley and Maddie Yokeley.  In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by her brother, Dwight C. 'Pete' Hanna, III. 

There will be no public visitation.  Private graveside services will be held at Fairview Cemetery in Port Allegany.  A reception for friends will be held at 12:00 Noon, Saturday, June 18, 2016 at The First Presbyterian Church in Port Allegany. 

Memorial contributions, if desired, can be made to the Preston R. Abbey Scholarship Fund at the University of Pittsburgh at Bradford, The First Presbyterian Church in Bradford or to the charity of donor's choice. 

Arrangements are under the direction of the Hollenbeck-Cahill Funeral Homes, Inc. 

Online condolences may be made at www.hollenbeckcahill.com

 

HOLLENBECK-CAHILL Funeral Home

33 South Avenue • Bradford, PA 16701

All Condolences -

To Leslie, my classmate & after school friend in Jr. High, & to Paul, Lisa, & Lynn: May our Lord bring peace to your suffering. Leslie, I loved your mom. I saw how much she loved you everytime she looked at you. I used to wish that we were sisters BC I knew that each of your parents were special in their own right & they were a lovely parenting couple for others to witness love & family-1st commitment. I secretly wished that Lois & Preston were my parents too. I am so sorry for your loss. You must have a gazillion great memories. I pray that God blesses you with many heart felt smiles & even laughter & healing tears when they come to mind. Your family has blessed me & I thank you. God bless you all.
— Judy Grove

We are very sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with your entire family during this sad time.
— Simplimatic

Our sincere sympathy for the loss of your mother. Your parents were two of the nicest people. Our prayers are with you.
— Jack and Carla Bell

I am sincerely sorry for your loss. Your mother was so wonderful and will be missed
— Sandra McKinley

Our sincerest condolences to Paul, Lisa and all the family. May the memories of your mother bring comfort in time of loss. God Bless you all.
— Phil and Jessie Vaughn

Condolences

  • To Leslie, my classmate & after school friend in Jr. High, & to Paul, Lisa, & Lynn: May our Lord bring peace to your suffering. Leslie, I loved your mom. I saw how much she loved you everytime she looked at you. I used to wish that we were sisters BC I knew that each of your parents were special in their own right & they were a lovely parenting couple for others to witness love & family-1st commitment. I secretly wished that Lois & Preston were my parents too. I am so sorry for your loss. You must have a gazillion great memories. I pray that God blesses you with many heart felt smiles & even laughter & healing tears when they come to mind. Your family has blessed me & I thank you. God bless you all.

    — Judy Grove
  • We are very sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with your entire family during this sad time.

    — Simplimatic
  • Our sincere sympathy for the loss of your mother. Your parents were two of the nicest people. Our prayers are with you.

    — Jack and Carla Bell
  • I am sincerely sorry for your loss. Your mother was so wonderful and will be missed

    — Sandra McKinley
  • Our sincerest condolences to Paul, Lisa and all the family. May the memories of your mother bring comfort in time of loss. God Bless you all.

    — Phil and Jessie Vaughn