Edward A

Abraham

Obituary

Edward A. Abraham

May 20th, 1959 ~ May 10th, 2016

E dward Allan Abraham was born in the Bronx, NY on May 20th, 1959 to Edward and the late Laura C. Abraham.  His parents and relatives described Edward as a bundle of joy and a lump of brown sugar.  Edward was a lifelong resident of Teaneck, NJ.

He was a graduate of Teaneck High School and furthered his education at Georgia College.  While attending Georgia College Edward's major areas of study were biology and chemistry.  Prior to graduating from Georgia College Edward enlisted into the United States Marine Corps. He was assigned to the 0311 Rifleman Division where he served with distinction.  For his exemplary service Edward received the Sea Service Deployment ribbon, Rifle Marksman badge and Good Conduct Medal. After his honorable discharge from the Marine Corps Edward found employment in the Ink Industry.  He was employed by Sun Chemical for over 20 years as their plant manager.

On August 31st, 1991 Edward was united in marriage with the former Cerese Shelborne, and to this union 3 children were born; Rashon Shelborne, Alana R. Abraham and Allan R. Abraham. Edward was a devoted family who took his responsibilities as a parent very seriously.

Edward was a long standing member of the First Baptist Church of Teaneck, a member of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Incorporated and a founding member of the Georgia College on campus social group the Imperial Bachelors.

Edward was the oldest sibling to Darryl and Michelle Abraham.  Edward leaves to cherish his memories daughter; Alana R. Abraham, devoted sons Rashon (Tiffany) Shelborne and Allan R. Abraham; devoted father Edward Abraham, Sr., devoted brother Darryl Abraham, devoted and loving sister Michelle Abraham, best friend and companion Cerese Abraham, special nephew Darryl A. Abraham, special cousin Desiree Martin, 4 grandchildren: Rashon  K. Shelborne Jr., Elijah Shelborne, Jordan Shelborne and Trinity Shelborne; 2 nephews, 4 nieces; lifelong friends Randle Brazil, Norris Browne and John Hall, a host of relatives and friends.