Woodrow Abner
Woodrow Abner (1940-2026)
Woodrow “Woody” Abner, age 86, passed away peacefully in his sleep on September 11, 2026 in League City, Texas. He was born on May 26, 1940 in Kentucky to parents James Abner and Verna Felty.
Woody was always a real go-getter, starting work at a very young age selling newspapers outside a florist shop in Cincinnati, Ohio. The florist shop later hired him and he would notice a pretty young lady walking by every day as she went to work. He had to find out who she was, and the rest is history. Woody and Peggy married, had two children, and moved to Texas where he became a successful businessman, founding and operating businesses in the marine industry in both Texas and Washington state. He built a reputation where his companies could be relied upon to tackle even the toughest of jobs.
Life wasn’t always about work, however. Woody was an avid golfer, with a side hobby of collecting lost golf balls-boxes and boxes of them. He also loved spending summers in Washington state and Oregon, where generations of family members would join in and explore the beautiful countryside, beaches, mountains and waterfalls. His incredible work ethic, willingness to sacrifice, and appreciation of the beauty in nature are just a few of the legacies he leaves behind that his family will value and carry forward.
Woody is survived by his wife Peggy; daughter Sherri; son Richie; grandchildren Michael, Amanda, Jade, Julia; great grandchildren Quest, Beau and numerous family members and friends. He is preceded in death by parents James, Verna; sister Virgie; brothers Chester, Pearl, Johnny, Melvin, Bill and Raleigh.
On Saturday, September 19, 2026, Woody’s family will greet guests from 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm followed by a Memorial Service at 5:00 pm at Crowder Funeral Home, 111 E. Medical Center Blvd., Webster, TX 77598
Sorry for your loss. He will definitely be missed. RIP Woody. God Bless you all.
Love you grandpa. You will never be forgotten, but you will truly be missed. I appreciate all the things you taught me in life from business, life, self worth, and golf. And thank for being for me through all my surgeries. That love and support means more to me than you will ever know. Thank you for always being there.
“RIP Woody” God Bless You All.”
Rip Woody. You will be missed.
RIP Woody, Thanks for giving me a job when I was young and needed it ! You were always nice to me and Ill remember you always ! May God give you rest and I hope we will see each other again !
So sorry for your loss he was always so kind and generous and welcoming to me. A true good soul. He will be missed
Love
Lisa
“My uncle was the last of a remarkable generation of brothers and one sister, and his passing marks the end of an extraordinary era for our family. We carry forward the love, strength, and legacy that he and his siblings built together.”
May you rest in peace, knowing your bright smile touched the life of everyone you encountered.
Beautifully said. A remarkable generation indeed
Uncle Woody was always passionate about doing the right thing, and he loved his family dearly. I will always treasure my fond memories of Uncle Woody and Aunt Peggy and the wonderful times we all spent together as a family. He will be deeply missed and lovingly remembered.
Such a great neighbor and friend. We will miss Woody and his welcome smile
We know God has given you peace.
Ken and Nedra
Thinking of you Aunt Sherri, Uncle Mike, Amanda & Mike and Michael. Woody was always smiling around you all during family outings. He was a very kind and loving man. I know that he is at peace now.