Clarence Abner, age 79, of White Lake, died Thursday, October 29, 2020, at Huron Valley Sinai Hospital. Left to cherish his memory are his loving wife, Florence; his two children: Gary Abner, and Barry (Tammy) Abner; his seven grandchildren: Sheana Abner, Shaya (Billy) Brandenburg, Gary Abner, Barry (Bristolle) Abner, Jr., Brooklyn Abner, and Brenden Abner; his seven great-grandchildren: Teagan, Pheonyx, Kayden, Kennedy, Lincoln, Daphne, and Esme; and his two siblings: Ernestein and Irene.
Clarence was born on June 5, 1941, in Barbourville, Kentucky, the son of Mr. & Mrs. Criss and Shelly (Valentine) Abner. Growing up, Clarence lived down the road from Florence Smith. The two began dating, fell in love, and were married on August 5, 1960. Clarence worked as a plant manager at Owen and Mowrey from 1960 until his retirement in 1989. In his free time, Clarence enjoyed hunting, fishing, and being outdoors. He also bred and raised beagles in his free time and was featured in several different hunting and fishing magazine publications.
Clarence was preceded in death by his parents, Criss and Shelly; his brother, Bob; and his sister, Wilma.
A funeral service will take place at 11:00 am on Wednesday, November 4, 2020, at the Elton Black & Son Funeral Home, Highland Chapel, 3295 East Highland Road, Highland, Michigan 48356. Clarence’s family will be present at the funeral home to receive friends on Tuesday from 3:00 pm until 7:00 pm, and again on Wednesday from 10:00 am until the time of service at 11:00 am. Burial will follow at Highland Cemetery.
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