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Chester, SC – Catherine “Cathy” McBrayer Abernathy, 73, passed away on Sunday, March 3, 2024 at the Wayne T. Patrick Hospice House surrounded by her husband, sisters, children, grandchildren, and best friend.
The service will be held at 2:00 pm on Friday, March 8, 2024 at First Presbyterian Church, with Reverend Lee Zehmer officiating.
Born in Rock Hill, SC, Cathy was the daughter of the late John Smith McBrayer and the late Constance Ellen Wallace. She graduated Winthrop University where she received her Bachelor’s Degree in Home Economics and Master’s Degree in Early Childhood Development. Cathy taught at East Elementary School in Monroe, NC, Ebinport Elementary School, Oakdale Elementary, and Finley Road Elementary School, all in Rock Hill. She was a member of First Presbyterian Church of Rock Hill, S.C., where she taught Sunday school- grades 1st through 3rd. Cathy was also affiliated with the Phi Kappa Phi National Honor Society, and the National MPS Society.
Cathy was proceeded in death by her baby brother John Wallace McBrayer and her granddaughter Isabel Jurado.
Surviving are her spouse, William Leslie Abernathy, III; Three Daughters, Leslie Jurado (Jimmy) Rock Hill, S.C., Elizabeth A. Hindson (Phil) Fort Mill, S.C., Jessica B. Pomeroy (Ed) Piedmont, S.C.; Son, John W. Abernathy (Jennifer) Rock Hill, S.C.; Four Granddaughters, Natalie Jurado, Sara Jurado, Sophia Hindson, Abby Pomeroy; Three Grandsons, Jay Jurado, Connor Hindson, Eddie Pomeroy; Two Sisters, Susan McBrayer Demchak (John) of Rock Hill, SC, and Juanita McBrayer Porter (Frank) of Brevard, NC.
In addition, the family would like to extend heartfelt gratitude to Lori Hoffman, Cathy’s loving companion and caregiver throughout the last several years and her devoted longtime friends Karen McDaniel and Pam Allemeier.
The family will receive friends from 5:00 pm-6:30 pm on Thursday, March 7, 2024 at Greene Funeral Home Northwest Chapel, 2133 Ebenezer Road, Rock Hill, SC.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made in Mrs. Abernathy’s name to First Presbyterian Church 234 E. Main St. Rock Hill, S.C. 29730, or Wayne T. Patrick Hospice House – Hospice and Community Care, PO Box 993 Rock Hill S.C. 29731.
Condolences may be made at www.greenefuneralhome.net.
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Jan G. Cameron
I am so sorry to hear of Cathy's passing. I have known Cathy since we were children. She has always been such a lovely and kind friend, and I admire her beautiful spirit and intelligence. Holding her precious family close in thought and prayer. May peace be with you all. Jan Cameron
Karen Rice (McDaniel)
How do we explain the loss of a lifetime friend? It's not easy, because the sweet memories are too many. She was the stronghold on many of us...always knowing her answers woould include being kind to others. The fun we had will be forever with me.
Susan Strait (Roberts)
So very sorry for the loss of our dear friend, Cathy. What a beautiful person, inside and out. She will certainly
be missed. Thoughts and prayers for the family and friends. Rest easy dear friend.
Chuck Munn
I was so sad to learn of Cathy's passing. We were in school together starting in the first grade at Belleview Elemenatry all the way through our years at RHHS. Her family lived literally diagonally across from Belleview, and there was only one house between her house and mine.I have fond memories of our years at Belleview. I also always loved catching up with her at reunions over the years. She will be missed by all.