Richard Dale Abraham
April 19, 1934 ~ January 13, 2021
Richard D. Abraham of Columbus, Ind. went home to be with the Lord on Wednesday, January 13, 2021, leaving behind his devoted wife of 41 years, Julie M. Abraham. He was 86.
Born to Rev. Paul Wunder and Mary Gleda Abraham on April 19, 1934, Richard was a devoted follower of the Lord Jesus Christ. His love for God was shown through his years as a preacher with the Wesleyan Church and through his many decades of service in Jesus’ name.
Richard’s greatest gift was his voice, a talent which took him around the world as he worshipped God in song, and one which he passed down to his son, Paul Richard. One of Richard’s fondest memories in music and ministry was the years he spent directing the Top Teens choir, traveling and recording music with them. He also led a trio with his beloved wife Julie and dear friend Marvin Bettenbrock as they ministered in song as “The Expressions of New Life.”
Richard enjoyed camping with his family each summer as they played games and sat by the fire, sharing many happy memories at McCormick’s Creek. In recent years, Richard loved to commune with friends, laughing and telling stories at Bible study with those at Flintwood Wesleyan and at his local McDonalds.
Richard also worked for 24 years as the Vice President of Career Consultants, a job which he tackled each day with devotion and skill. But outside of God, Richard’s greatest devotion was his family.
Richard leaves behind his wife, Julie M. Abraham; sons Paul Richard (Tabitha) Abraham and Steve (Marcie) Abraham; daughters Janell (Robert) Mountcastle, Lora (Brett) Fathauer and Stephanie (Scott) Riley; siblings Roberta Harrison, Ronald Abraham, Roger Abraham, and Roderick Abraham; and several grandchildren (Mandy, Thomas, Jenna, Jonathan, Heather, Abby, Bryce, Scott, Kyle, Hannah, Cameron, and Tia) and 11 great-grandchildren. Richard was preceded in death by his daughter Jorretta Abraham, parents Paul W. and Gleda, and sister Rita.
The funeral will take place at 11:00 a.m. Wednesday, January 20th at the Flintwood Wesleyan Church. Visitation will be held on Tuesday, January 19th from 5:00-7:00 p.m. at Flintwood Wesleyan Church in Columbus, and one hour prior to the services Wednesday.
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Richard, to your precious Julie my heart breaks for her, to all your family im so sorry for your loss..I’ve cried and laughed, because you were such a loving Godly man and it was so contagious..You lived your life, as Julie does the way God ask us..I’m terribly sad and will miss seeing you at our home away from home( Flintwood Wesleyan Church) but I can’t help but be happy knowing Heaven’s Gates swung wide open and there stood your savior you’ve cried for, sung for and lived for..We will be praying and loving Julie as always..Thank you for all the beautiful memories..Love Darlene and Skip Morford
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Thank you so much Mary and Bernie!
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Our prayers and thoughts go out to all of the family of Richard Abraham. He was a dear friend of ours. We will remember the times of fellowship and ministry together in past years. We pray God’s presence and peace to go with his family. The Sawyers
Without question, Richard Abraham was/is one of the dearest friends and mentors I’ve ever had; and has remained an important part to my life since the very first day I met him – and as we shared a passion in ministry and music together. He was an encourager and an inspiration for so many who were fortunate enough to share a part of his life!
We sang a duet so many times based on
Romans 8:38-39.
38 For I am persuaded, that neither death, nor life, nor angels, nor principalities, nor powers, nor things present, nor things to come,
39 Nor height, nor depth, nor any other creature, shall be able to separate us from the love of God, which is in Christ Jesus our Lord.
Keep singing Richard!!
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Dear Julie, we found out about Richard’s passing this morning and were able to watch the service online. Richard was the inspiration for us moving to Indianapolis and was the first friend that Ray made. He was a great administrator at Eastlawn Christian School. He always had such a positive attitude, even during hard times. We count you and Richard as very special friends even though we have not seen each other for years. Please accept our condolences. We know that Richard is rejoicing in Heaven with our Lord and Savior, and it will not be long before we will be there with him rejoicing and singing to our Lord.
Ray, Debbie, and Lindsey Stiffler