Leona Keever McAbee

Gastonia – Leona Keever McAbee, 101, passed away November 9, 2022 surrounded by her loving family.

Leona was born in Lincoln County on March 15, 1921 to the late Ernest and Susan Keever. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her beloved husband, Carl Vernon McAbee, Sr.; her son, Robert David McAbee; and her brothers and sisters.

Leona was a life-long member of Bradley Memorial United Methodist Church. She was an avid Nascar fan and knew the sport and drivers inside and out. Leona also enjoyed reading the newspaper, watching soaps, baking, and most of all she loved her family. She leaves many happy memories her family will cherish forever.

She is survived by her son, Carl V. McAbee, Jr. and his wife Carolyn; daughter Susan McAbee Johnson; daughter-in-law, Elisabeth Moon McAbee; nine grandchildren, twenty great-grandchildren, and five great-great-grandchildren.

A graveside service will be held at 3:00 p.m. Monday, November 14, 2022 in the Matthew II Section at Gaston Memorial Park, 1200 South New Hope Road Gastonia NC, 28054 with Pastor Brian Crady officiating.  Reception will follow at Bradley Memorial UMC 1425 W. Franklin Blvd. Gastonia NC, 28052.

In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to Gaston Hospice.

Condolences may be made online at www.withersandwhisenantfuneral.com

Withers and Whisenant Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 2916 Union Road, Gastonia 704-864-5144 is serving the family.