Dear Friends,

It is bittersweet to share that Kathy went to be with the Lord yesterday morning at 3:30am. It's surreal how fast this has all happened, with just 35 days passing from the time of her brain bleed to her leaving this world behind, but we are grateful for that profound mercy. God did not allow her (or her loved ones) to suffer for long, and we are rejoicing that she is now forever without pain, in eternal peace, and in the arms of Love itself.

We invite any and all to join on this Saturday, November 5th, for a celebration of Kathy's life at Central Baptist Church of Jonesboro, AR. Visitation will take place from 12:00pm-2:00pm, with a service at the church from 2:00pm-3:00pm. The obituary will be in Friday's newspaper, but is already posted online here: https://www.emersonfuneralhome.com/obituary/kathy-abel

Thank you for all of the love and support that you have shared for our family throughout this. We will never forget how much our extraordinary community has wrapped their arms around us, and are grateful for each and every one of you.

In gratitude,

The Abels