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John Abney Obituary

With heavy hearts, G. L. Brightharp & Sons announces the transition of Mr. John H. "Bo" Abney, Jr. who entered into rest February 7, 2026.

Mr. Abney, a native of Aiken County, was a member of Mt. Transfiguration Baptist Church where he served as on the Usher, Finance and Trustee Ministries. He was also a member of the Sons of Thunder Male Chorus. He was a veteran of the United States Army.

Survivors include his son, John H. (Angela) Abney III; two sisters, Mary Wilson and Eva Martin; two brothers, Albert Abney and Larry Abney; six grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; a host of other relatives and friends.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 AM Saturday, February 14, 2026 at Mt. Transfiguration Baptist Church. Interment will follow in the church cemetery. Viewing will be held from 2:00 PM until 5:30 PM at the funeral home.

Professional Services are under the compassionate care of G. L. Brightharp & Sons Mortuary-North Augusta.

To send a flower arrangement in memory of John Henry Abney, Jr., please click here to visit our sympathy store.

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Obituary published on Legacy.com by The Aiken Standard on Feb. 11, 2026.

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13

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2:00 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.

G. L. Brightharp & Sons Mortuary-North Augusta

614 West Ave, North Augusta, SC 29841

Feb

14

Funeral

11:00 a.m.

Mt. Transfiguration Baptist Church

350 Blanchard Road, North Augusta, SC 29841

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614 West Avenue, North Augusta, SC 29841

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