Abraham William Miner

He attended Southeast High School. Abe married Mary Beth Chapman on February 2, 2018, in Albuquerque NM, recently moving to a new home in Truth or Consequences.

Abe embraced his many artistic talents including music, writing, photography and painting He found community and support in the punk music scene in the early 2000s as front person for an influential alternative band. He poured his heart and soul into his music, becoming a source of strength for many. Abe was a voracious reader, as well as a talented writer. He has numerous titles published by independent presses and self-publication. As a visual artist, he embraced the beauty in this world, even in the dark times

Abe celebrated twelve years of sobriety on May 17, 2022 and was always available to help others dealing with mental health issues or addiction. He lived a life of service through supportive work for various 12-step groups, volunteer work at the Keya House in Lincoln, NE, as a social services worker for several years, and as the facilities manager of a domestic violence shelter in Phoenix, AZ.

Abe was a kind and compassionate person. He embodied humility, grace, and sensitivity despite the challenges he faced in life. His sweet and tender heart touched family, friends, and strangers. Abe is survived by his wife, Mary Beth Chapman, of Truth or Consequences NM, and his father, Bill Miner of Lincoln NE, as well as numerous aunts, uncles, and cousins. He was preceded in death by his mother Mary Miner.

A celebration of Abe’s Life will be held 11:00 Tuesday 8/9/2022 at Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church, 1720 Lake Street. In lieu of flowers please keep Abe’s spirit alive by making a donation to the Keya House (402)261-5959, https://mha-ne.org/programs-services/keya.html