Evelyn Abrams, of New Paltz and Port Richey, FL, entered into rest on Monday,
May 17, 2021. She was 86.
Daughter of the late John D. and Ethel (Clark) Law, she was born on April 25, 1935
in Brooklyn, NY.
She was retired from the New Paltz School District, where she served as executive
secretary to the high school principal. She was a member of the Dutch Reformed
Church of New Paltz, the Beautification Committee of the Village of New Paltz,
and the Secretary’s Union. After retiring with her husband Russ Abrams to Port
Richey, FL, where they spent 25 years enjoying each other’s company and
traveling. Evelyn always volunteered freely of her time and talents wherever she
was needed. A sweet, loving and caring woman, family was always her focus.
Survivors include two sons, John E. Abrams and his wife Sonia of the Town of
Newburgh and Russell D. Abrams of Ypsilanti MI; and three grandchildren, John
R., Michael and Amanda.
In addition to her parents, Evelyn was predeceased by the love of her life, Russ
Abrams, in 2019, and a sister Florence Walsh.
Private cremation has taken place at Cedar Hill Crematory.
Inurnment will take place at Woodlawn Cemetery, Bronx, NY at a future date.
In lieu of flower, donations in Evelyn’s memory can be made to the Alzheimer’s
Association at www.actalz.org.
Arrangements are under the care of White, Venuto and Morrill Funeral and
Cremation Service, 188 N. Plank Road, Newburgh, NY 12550