Mary Frances Abram's Obituary
Mary Frances Abram of Bentonville, Arkansas passed away March 15, 2026. Born November 7, 1934, Mary was the youngest of four children born to William Ramey Towell and Esther Margaret Murphy in Enid, Oklahoma. In 1954, Mary married her high school sweetheart, Gerald (Jerry) Dwayne Abram. The family lived on several U.S. Air Force bases during Jerry’s 20 years of service before settling in Northwest Arkansas in 1973. She was a devoted mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother who found her greatest happiness in time spent with her family of four children (Blake, Wade, Rochelle, Rhonda), nine grandchildren, and two great-grandchildren. Mary was a woman of incredible light and joy, known for her warm smile and her ability to make everyone feel welcome, blessing all in her circle of influence. She will be remembered for her deep faith in Jesus Christ, her genuine love for others, and a lifetime of quiet, faithful service. Her kindness, strength, and unwavering faith will continue to live on in all who knew and loved her. Surrounded by her family, Mary passed peacefully and reunited with loved ones preceding her in death, including her parents; three brothers; husband, Jerry; and daughter, Rhonda.
Services for Mary will be held on March 28 at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints located at 1 Lambeth Drive, Bella Vista, Arkansas. There will be a visitation beginning at 9:30 am, followed by a funeral service at 11 am. All are welcome to attend.
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