Betty Joann Abernathy was born in Gaston County, NC on March 23, 1938 to the late Ila Mae Moore Wilson. She transitioned from her earthly home on Monday; June 16, 2025 at her residence.

No viewing at the funeral home.

Funeral on Saturday; June 28, 2025 at Pleasant Ridge AME Zion Church, Gastonia at 2:00 with visitation beginning at 1:30

Interment: Pleasant Ridge Church Cemetery, Gastonia