Abramson, as tour promoter and taxi commission representative was successful on countless occasions when she traveled at her own expense to mainland U. Croix as a port of call in their itineraries. For these and other tireless efforts on behalf of St. Theirs was a bond that she will treasure for the rest of her life. She went to work every day until Hurricane Maria in , so you might say she retired on September 19, She was an avid baseball fan and a loyal supporter of her favorite team, the New York Yankees.
She also loved to unwind by playing the slots when opportunity permitted. As Rhea reminisced about the special connection she shared with the lady she would grow up to emulate, the granddaughter offered one more tidbit about their relationship. I could never say no to my grandmother. Viewing will take place from 9 to a. Log in to leave a comment. Unlike many news organizations, we haven't put up a paywall — we want to keep our journalism as accessible as we can. Our independent journalism costs time, money and hard work to keep you informed, but we do it because we believe that it matters.
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See More See Less. Croix Honors Military Veterans. Comment on Facebook. Since the Virgin Islands Source — the only online newspaper of general circulation in the U. Virgin Islands — has been providing the community with reliable, accurate and balanced local journalism. Sign in Join. Home St. Thomas Source St. Croix Business St. Thomas Business St. Governor Albert Bryan expressed condolences. Abramson was a trailblazer for Crucian women in business and politics and was indeed a pillar of the Frederiksted community," he said.
Bryan added, "Her life and her many contributions to our cultural and political fabric are a true-telling of achievement and perseverance. Her remarkable work ethic and 95 years of life prove that hard work and commitment are the keys to a long and successful life.
Senate President Novelle Francis referred to Mrs. Abramson as a trailblazer. Ann E. In life, Ann was a trailblazer- an entrepreneur who broke barriers for other women to follow. She was a staunch and proud advocate for her beloved Frederiksted and always for St. May she Rest in Peace," he said.
Even as she stood 5 feet, 2 inches in height, her presence was towering. In her heyday, Mrs. Abramson was a female standout of power that paved the way for other women in the territory to follow. Abramson Pier and Marine Facility. She was born Ann Elizabeth Christian, and married into the Abramson family. She has one son, Rudy Abramson, who runs the school bus business and other operations, and her grand daughter, Rhea Abramson, is her trustee.
Christian's father, deceased Judge Alphonso Christian, was the older brother of Mrs. Christian was regarded by Mrs. Abramson as the daughter she never had, and on Sunday morning, Dr.
Christian spoke to the Consortium about Mrs. Login to find your connection. Ann Abramson - Ann Abramson.
Daughter of Max Abramson and Necha Buchbinder. Wife of Charles Hoffman — married [date unknown] [location unknown]. Died in Deerfield Beach, Broward Co. Profile manager : Claire Levy [ send private message ].
She was preceded in death by her parents. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the charity of your choice. Services entrusted to Salyer Funeral Home, Inc. Condolences may be made online at www. To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of Melissa Ann Abramson, please visit our floral store.
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