Florence Marie Martin Abercia, age 92, of Houston, Texas, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, the 20th of September 2023. She was born on the 13th of July 1931, in Pelly, Texas, to her loving parents, James Clyde Martin and Ruth Rollins Martin.
Florence was one of five siblings: sisters, Loyce Phillips, Clydean Norris, and Marilyn Jehle, along with her brother, JC Martin, Jr. She is survived by her sister, Marilyn Jehle. Preceding her in death was her husband of 40 years, Johnnie Abercia; her parents, JC Martin and Ruth Martin; sisters, Loyce Phillips and Clydean Norris; her brother, JC Martin, Jr.; brothers-in-law, Richard Phillips and Norman Jehle; and nephew, Michael Phillips.
After she graduated from Robert E. Lee High School and Lee College in Baytown, Texas, she was employed as a secretary to the City Manager of Baytown. She later moved to Houston, where she was employed with the Finger Companies. During her tenure, she rose to the role of executive secretary to Hyman Finger of Finger Investments and eventually retired after a 32-year career. After her retirement, she decided to work for her husband, Johnnie Abercia, in managing his law practice.
Although Florence did not have children of her own, she held a special place in the hearts of many as "Aunt Florence." Her support and love knew no bounds, and she was always there when advice was needed.
A devout member of Houston's First Baptist Church, Florence's life was a testament to her unwavering faith. She spent many years teaching Sunday School to both children and adults. Her extensive knowledge of the Bible allowed her to share her faith and wisdom with anyoneo who crossed her path.
Florence leaves behind a legacy of generosity, faith, and love that will continue to inspire all who knew her. She will be deeply missed by family members, including numerous nieces, nephews, great nieces, great nephews, and friends.
Amidst this loss, we remember Florence not with sorrow, but with gratitude for the rich and meaningful life she lived. Her memory will forever serve as a beacon of unwavering faith, love, and compassion for all who had the privilege of knowing her.
Friends are cordially invited to a visitation with the family from six o'clock until half-past seven o'clock in the evening on Monday, the 2nd of October, in the drawing room of Geo. H. lewis & Sons, 1010 bering Drive in Houston.
A funeral service is to be conducted at eleven o'clock in the morning on Tuesday, the 3rd of October, in the Chapel of Houston's First Baptist Church, 7401 Katy Freeway in Houston, where Rev. Sam Parker will officiate.
Immediately following, all are invited to greet the family and share remembrances of Ms. Abercia during a reception in the adjacent reception room.
Interment will follow at three o'clock in the afternoon, at Wells Cemetery on County Road 323 in Cleveland, Texas.
In lieu of customary remembrances, the family kindly requests that donations in Florence's memory be directed to Boys and Girls Country (www.boysandgirlscountry.org).
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My belief regarding death is “Last breath here, first breath there.”
– Florence Abercia
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