Obituary for Reverend Dr. Ralph David Abernathy, III (Guest book)

Message from Gail rumph

June 23, 2021 8:51 AM

I am a big fan of Dr. MLK junior and Dr. Ralph Abernathy in the civil rights movement. I bought some of there books. Keep God first and God bless y'all. Keep fighting on in the battle for civil rights. The civil rights movement is still alive Because king carpenter God Jesus Christ is still in control of our life. God is good and powerful. God bless your family.

A candle was lit by Gail rumph on June 23, 2021 8:47 AM

Message from mb

May 30, 2016 10:27 AM

I am sorry to hear of the loss of Dr. Ralph . I too know the pain of losing a loved one as I recently lost a parent. It is comforting that in the Bible at Revelation 21:3-4 Jehovah God promises a time when sickness and death will be no more. Also at John 5:28 & 29 the dead will live again. They will be raised from the memorial tombs here on earth. Hope this brings some comfort during this difficult time. For more information go to www.jw.org

Message from R. Sweatman

April 12, 2016 8:49 AM

I would like to express my condolences in the loss of your dear loved one. When a loved one dies it causes so much pain and sorrow. Our loving God Jehovah understands how we feel and he gives us comfort by means of his word the Bible. Psalm 34:18 says: Jehovah is close to the brokenhearted; He saves those who are crushed in spirit. May the Bible promise of no more sickness and death (Revelation 21:3,4) strengthen you in the days and weeks ahead.

Message from Jeff B. L'Ville, GA

March 29, 2016 8:52 PM

May the God of comfort be with your family during this time of bereavement. 2 Corinthians 1:3-4. Go to www.jw.org for more information on how the Bible provides hope for our dead loved ones. The following scriptures will provide you with some hope that it is possible to be reunited with our dead loved one. John 5:28-29; John 11:25; John 6:39, 40, 44, and 54.

Message from Comezell Vernard Gibbs

March 29, 2016 10:22 AM

Deeply sadden by your passing my brother, i hope you are carrying the fight on the behalf of our people. Your father would have been very proud of you as we all are. Was hoping to see you soon to tell you personally but i guess God has plans for you ! Proud to call you my family bro ! Love you ! Rest in peace ! My Condolences to all my family Love you all !

Message from The Momon Family

March 27, 2016 11:27 PM

We would like to express our heartfelt sympathy to the Abernathy family, as we were deeply sadden to learn of the homegoing of Ralph. Our families grow up together at West Hunter Street Baptist Church, under the pastorship of the late Reverend Dr. Ralph David Abernathy, Sr. We have so many fond memories of the warmth of the church family during those many years. Ralph will be remembered for his contributions to the community and his presence will surely be missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with the entire Abernathy family during this difficult time. --- Love, James T. Momon , Sr., Dianna and Lisa

Message from Rev. Earline Vaughn

March 27, 2016 12:24 PM

To the Abernathy family,
My prayers are with the entire family. May God bless you and keep you with strength and comfort.

Message from The Robertson Family

March 27, 2016 7:26 AM

On behalf of the Robertson family, we express our condolences to the Abernathy family. May the comfort from the God of all comfort and Father of tender mercies be with all of you in the days ahead (2 Corinthians 1:3-4).

A candle was lit by You are now in the arms of our father. So rest in peace. on March 26, 2016 6:32 PM

A candle was lit by The Jones Family on March 26, 2016 6:31 PM

Message from Ed Riley

March 25, 2016 11:58 AM

We shared a long friendship through high school, college and beyond. Ralph, my brother, you are missed. Rest in peace.

Message from Carl Daniel, Alice Daniel-Davis, James Daniel Mountain View, California

March 27, 2016 7:57 PM

In another home, in a happier place, in a beautiful forever, you`ll meet again. In your time of readjuistment, may God`s promise, bring you peace.

Message from J. Jones

March 24, 2016 6:36 PM

Dear Abernathy Family: I am deeply sorry to hear of the tragic passing of your beloved and precious Ralph III. At John 11:11 Jesus said Lazarus was sleeping in death. So those who have died are asleep in the grave. John 5:28-29 and Psalms 37:9-11 gives us hope of being reunited with our loved ones following a resurrection on a paradise earth. For more comfort please see www.jw.org. With Sympathy, J. Jones

Message from Mr. & Mrs.Elmer Hamilton

March 24, 2016 5:30 PM

Mrs. Abernathy and family, We wish to express our deepest sympathy to you and family. A fluid of memories come to me about the times shares in the past. We pray that the peace of God will surround you and family during this difficult time.

Message from Mrs. Donna Phillips Barkley

March 24, 2016 1:57 PM

May the Blessings of the Lord be with you Abernathy Family and Friends, surely this soft spoken Man has a lot to tell as he walks the road of Heaven with his family that has met him at the front door, Surely he will be missed here on earth but memories will never be forgotten. God Bless

Message from darlene copeland

March 23, 2016 2:04 PM

DIGNITY IN WHITE PEDESTAL ARRANGEMENT was sent by Naseek Rahm Ben Yehuda .
Our Brother Our Friend, On behalf of the African Hebrew Israelites of Jerusalem, we send our heartfelt love, support and condolences to the family of Reverend Dr. Ralph D. Abernathy, III. You have continued the legacy of the perfect example of unwavering courage, tenacious strength, and servitude to your people. You are an immortal spirit that lives on forever. Eternal peace. Naseek Rahm Ben Yehuda & The African Hebrew Israelites of Jerusalem - Atlanta, GA Jurisdiction

Message from Joyce Tamplin Randle

March 22, 2016 10:51 PM

My sincere condolences to the Abernathy family. I have known you most of my life and you will surely be missed Ralph. We had many conversations and he would always say, " we are family". I pray God gives you strength during this difficult time.

Rest now, Ralph, until we meet again.

Message from Reginal H. Abernathy Jr. b k a beaver

March 22, 2016 3:46 PM

I will miss you cuz. We had some deep and enlightening talks. Love you

Message from A.Ellison

March 22, 2016 7:51 AM

May "peace from God" ease the pain of your loss. 2 Corinthians 1:2

Message from Reverend Dr. Edith Shokes

March 21, 2016 2:08 PM

Dear Family: I celebrate the life and legacy of your Beloved with you. May you find comfort in the promises of God in Christ Jesus, your faith, fond memories, family members and friends. We can rejoice knowing that your Beloved is celebrating his first Resurrection Sunday in the very presence of the Lord. Please know I am keeping you in my prayers.

Message from Faust Family

March 20, 2016 10:57 AM

Dear Abernathy Family, we are so sorry to learn of your loss. He touched many lives and will be thought of often. Mrs. Abernathy and Mother Abernathy may your many shared family memories bring you comfort during this special time. May your prayers bring you continually the peace of God to guard your hearts. Philippians 4:6,7 Our condolence to all of you.

Message from Dr. JOYCE J. Dorsey

March 19, 2016 11:48 PM

On behalf of the Dorsey family, we express our remorse to the wife, mother and offspring of our humble and soft-spoken friend.  To Ralph's siblings,  I remember our fathers working hard for the rights of our people, leading their congregations to freedom along with the rest of the nation's disenfranchised descendants of Africans.  We were quite young but these ministers' values were instilled in us, and we are trying to bear the torch.

Mother Juanita, you have been continuously leading in Atlanta, holding up as a strong tower for the family name. We are still depending on you and thank you for what you will do to make us remember how to lead. You and Mrs. Gladys, our mother were the strongest "First Ladies" we knew and must continue to emulate.

The children must take heed and keep the torch lit brightly to prevent this current generation from losing touch.  I'm hoping we can meet, for we all must keep the memories of our parents vibrant.

I speak proudly about the goodwill of Senator Abernathy and thank him for remembering the downtrodden during his service in the Georgia Senate.  He fed the hungry before it was popular, along with the Fulton Atlanta Community Action Authority.  Remembering the selflessness of this minister brings esteem to all of us who must continue to serve the least and the lost. May God Bless the family with peace and fond memories.

Message from Amanda Manigault

March 19, 2016 10:58 AM

PEDESTAL ARRANGEMENT was sent by Class of 2015 Vol Moms: D. Maddox, J. Martin, A. Smith, Q. Sapp and V. Boulware.
To the Abernathy family, We are your Vol family/Class of 2015 moms, sending our love and condolences from our families to yours. It's been with great pleasure meeting Reverend Dr. Ralph David Abernathy, III at Volnation. For we know to be absent from the body, is to be present with the Lord. He's made it to a great place! Your family will continually be in our prayers. Love, Mr. & Mrs. Aprille' Maddox (Dajour Maddox) Deanna Martin (Justin Martin) Mr. & Mrs. Tekesha Smith (Austin Smith) Angel Davis-Sapp (Quart'e Sapp) Amanda Manigault (Venzell Boulware)

Message from Dr. Harry L. Ross

March 19, 2016 6:02 AM

Ralph, you will be greatly missed from this earthly land. I am so happy I had the opportunity to visit and pray with you at the Cancer Treatment Center of America in Newnan, Georgia.

You are now in the arms of our father. Rest in peace my friend.

Message from The Robinson Family

March 18, 2016 8:17 AM

We've been neighbors since 2003 and you will be missed.

My condolences to your family and may Jesus continue to give them the strength to carry on.