A. Edward Abney age 62 died Monday July 5, 2004 from cancer at his home. He is survived by his wife Martha H. Abney of Berea, and a daughter Tracy Elaine Abney of Erlanger, KY. He is also survived by one sister Betty (JC Jr.) Burnell of Berea. He was preceded in death by his parents Arthur and Clara Hudson Abney, and parents-in-law Benn and Berta Hornbeck. Mr. Abney was a life long resident of Berea and was the retired Chief of the Army Radiation Dosimetry Center. Private funeral services will be later this week. Pallbearers are Gerald Burnell, Kevin Burnell, Charlie Spangler, Maurice Davidson, Steve Slaughter and Kevin Hash. In lieu of flowers Mr. Abney requested donations be made to Hospice Care Plus & Palliative Care 208 Kidd Dr. Berea, KY 40403.