Dolores F. Abrams, 77, passed away on Thursday, Jan. 17, 2019. She was a native of Mathews and resided all her life there.

All who were privileged to know her will remember her spirit and determination.

She was preceded in death by her loving husband of 53 years, Mahon Abrams; her sister, Joyce, and her brothers, Raymond and Granville.

She is survived by her son, Michael Abrams (Beba); granddaughter, Ashley Matthews (Chip); great-grandchildren, Peyton, Jordon and Lee, and a host of nieces and nephews.

Graveside services were held at 2:30 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 20 at H.C. Smither Memorial Cemetery.

Our gratitude to the nurses and aides who make a better name for Gloucester House. They also express their gratitude to the Gloucester Hospice Team. Their love, patience and devotion helped to guide every step of the way.  A special thanks as well to Faulkner Funeral Homes, Foster-Faulkner Chapel for assisting with arrangements.