"June 12, 2012 To the family: I send my sincere condolences to you in the loss of your mother, grandmother and sister. May God give you the support, love and "wonderful" memories of your life together. She graduated two years before me at Keokuk High School and Tot was the first of the group to obtain her driver's license and was able to use Aunt Katherine's car to take us across the bridge to eat at Maid-Rite on a Sunday afternoon. One day, I asked her if she was frighten when she had to pass the semi-trucks. She looked at me and said no, because she closed her eyes. That was my last Sunday ride to Maid-Rite. This and other funny memories will keep her forever in my heart. Love you and God bless you. Mari "
In loving memory of
Maria "Tot" A. Abbey
November 3, 1945 - June 4, 2012
Maria A. "Tot" Abbey, 66, of Keokuk died at 7:30 pm on Monday, June 4, 2012 at her home.
She was born on November 3, 1945 in Keokuk, a daughter to Leland & Doris Thomas Robinson Sr. Maria married Walter Johnson Sr. in Ottawa, IL in 1966 and later married John Robert Abbey Jr. and he preceded her in death in 2001.
She worked at Shellor-Globe in Keokuk and also for the Headstart Program. Maria was president of the Parents Group at the Montessori School in Ft. Wayne, IN. She also worked in many nursing homes and as a youth worker at the Anne Wittenmeyer in Davenport.
She is survived by five children: Walter Johnson Jr. and his wife Annetta of Champaign, IL, Robin Wells of Rock Island, IL, Michelle Watson of Rock Island, IL, Vickie Johnson of Quincy, IL and Katrina Ballard and her husband Jerry of Davenport, IA; two step children: Aaron and Taylena Norfolk both of MO; eleven grandchildren: Katonna Johnson, Marquane Watson, Crystal Wells, Ezekiel Johnson, Olise Watson, Shaquille Watson, Tierre Johnson, Tyrese Ballard, Omarion Ballard, Brandon Johnson, and Ironic Johnson; six step grandchildren; six great grandchildren; two brothers: Leland Robinson Jr. and Mark Robinson both of Keokuk; and four sisters: June Walker, Lelia McCaine, Marjorie Robinson, and Merri Wells and her husband Daryl all of Keokuk. Many nieces and nephews also survive.
Besides her husband, she was preceded in death by her parents and one brother: Carlton Robinson.
Funeral services will be at 1:00 pm on Thursday, June 7 at DeJong-Greaves Celebration of Life Centers located at 1212 Concert St. in Keokuk with Rev. Al Sparks officiating.
Burial will be in Oakland Cemetery in Keokuk.
Visitation will be from 11:00 am till the time of service on Thursday.
Memorials may be made to the family.
Tributes
"So sorry to hear of the loss of your Sister. Prayers are with you. Susan"
"my name is Duane well God bless the family amen. "
"Please accept my condolences for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you."
"Aunt Maria: I know that we will all miss you here with us as the curtains of your life has closed, and the gates of Heaven has welcomed you! With knowing that....I am at peace, because I know surely that Our Father will keep you safe in His loving embrace always! I LOVE YOU...your niece Kellie"
"God Blessings for the entire Family.. We love all of you.. we are so sorry we couldn't be there..Our prayers and hearts will be with you Love .....Uncle Benny and Family"
"I know words right now don't mean very much...your hearts are so heavy,your souls feel crushed. With so much sympathy i feel your deep pain, but your sorrowful loss, was heaven's great gain, To lose a loved one to heaven's gates...is hard for us in this human state. To say goodbye is only for a span, it's all part of God's master plan. May you find comfort in his sweet embrace...trusting in him,till your face to face. The life that is gone lives on thru the Love...that was left here for you,when her soul soared above. Though we say goodbye,it's only for awhile,and our dear loved one wears a heavenly smile. Soaring with angels...Trying out her new wings...Smiling and happy...As with them she sings. There is no more pain,and her body is new,saying goodbye is temporary for you. With Deepest Sympathy, Starla Robinson,and Family "
"TO ALL THE FAMILY, SORRY ABOUT YOUR LOSS. SHE WAS A GREAT LADY.MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS GO OUT TO ALL OF YOU. TAMMY DOBBINS,GOD BLESS ALL OF YOU."
"My condolences to the entire family of Marie..The last time I saw her was at my church in Quincy, IL..I was going through a difficult time in my life & began sobbing..the woman that was seated next to me hugged me & encouraged me throughout the service..it was Marie! Little did I know that she was going through something herself..and didn't know until much later..I want the family to know how much I appreciated her kind act of compassion toward me..I know she will be missed, but hold on to the memories & the hope that our Heavenly Father has promised those who know Him as Lord. "
"Mom...I love you and miss you SO much!! Even though I tried to prepare, but find myself still unprepared....Missing you so much!!"
"to Leland and all of the Robinson family, I am sorry to hear of the passing of your sister, it's never easy letting go, trust in the lord to help you through rough times"