Joe Abney, 70, of Loogootee, Indiana, passed away, with his loving wife by his side, at his home, on Sunday, April 27, 2025. He was born on March 20, 1955 in Westpoint, New York to Joe Billy and Marguetha (Knauer) Abney. Joe married Theresa (Wikle) Abney on July 4, 2001.

Joe was a veteran of the US Army and the US Navy. He worked at SAIC as an Electronics Technician, then a contractor at RAYDAR, was a diesel mechanic and then worked at Crane for 9 years on the railroad. Joe was a member of the Odon VFW Post #9627.

Family left to cherish the memory of Joe include: his wife, Theresa Abney; son, Daniel K (Amy) Abney of Georgia; grandson, Corbin Abney; four sisters, Peggy (Greg) Franz, Jennene Pettree, Margot Kurschuer and Vickie Sevilla. Joe is also survived by his two fur babies, Max and Hollie, that he loved very much.

Joe was preceded in death by his parents and one brother, Steven Abney.

A gathering of family and friends will be from 4:00 ~ 6:00 PM on Thursday, May 29, 2025 at Meng Family Funeral Home in Odon. A memorial service will follow at 6:00 PM with Jerry Adam Sidebottom officiating.

Joe will be laid to rest in Burns City Cemetery at 10:00 AM on Friday, May 30. Military rites will be presented by Odon VFW Post #9627.

Arrangements and care were entrusted to Meng Family Funeral Home in Odon. Condolences and memories may be sent to the family at www.mengfuneralhome.com.