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        Charles “Cody” Abernathy, 32, of Caseyville, IL, died Friday, October 23, 2020, in Collinsville, IL.

        Cody was born at Anderson Hospital, Maryville, IL, on June 18, 1988, to James and Marianne (Nee Long) Abernathy.

        He worked for Local 100 as a Laborer. Cody was a proud dad and was very involved in his children’s activities. He coached for the Collinsville Raiders Football team. He loved to talk to everyone and was the “Life of the Party”. He was a “Clean-Freak”. He loved racing his stock cars and did just about every week in Highland. Cody had a great smile with beautiful gray eyes. He enjoyed working and stayed active all the time.

        He was preceded in death by his maternal Grandfather, Charles Long.

        He is survived by his fiancé, Stacey Rito, Caseyville, IL; children, Serenity Abernathy, Noah Abernathy; parents, James and Marianne Abernathy, Caseyville, IL; brother, Christopher Abernathy, Caseyville, IL; maternal Grandmother, Betty Long; paternal Grandparents, Walter and Jerry Ann Abernathy; best friend, Dan Rito; aunts, uncles, cousins and nephews.

        Memorials may be made to Cody’s Children’s education.

        Due to COVID-19 restrictions, everyone must wear a mask and socially distance.

        Visitation: Tuesday, October 27, 2020, from 4:00 to 8:00 pm and Wednesday, October 28, 2020, from 9:00 to 11:00 am at Herbert A. Kassly Funeral Home, Collinsville, IL.

        Funeral: Wednesday, October 28, 2020, at 11:00 am at Herbert A. Kassly Funeral Home, Collinsville, IL.

        Clergy: Rev. Ron Habermehl, Senior Pastor.

        Interment: St. John’s Cemetery, Collinsville, IL.

        Herbert A. Kassly Funeral Home, Collinsville, IL.

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      1. Kelly Fry Voorhees / October 25, 2020 at 3:23 pm

        I am so so sorry for your loss. Heaven recieved an angel. Prayers sent for you all.

      2. Jessica Schmidt / October 25, 2020 at 3:31 pm

        Cody, I will miss you. You was such a kind hearted person. I hope you watch over everyone. Tell jerry everyone says hi… let him know how much of a great job im doing as a aunt and as a mother. I wish you could of met my girls. Love you forever bro

      3. Belinda Calloway / October 25, 2020 at 3:39 pm

        I didn’t know him personally but I love the the Long family via Stephanie. My heart goes out to you ALL… Rev 21:3&4

      4. Donna Rudd / October 25, 2020 at 3:51 pm

        I am so sorry to hear of Cody’s passing Keeping your family in my thoughts and prayers.

      5. Michael Brown / October 25, 2020 at 4:33 pm

        I’m deeply sorry for all his family and friends. He helped me and my children out many times when we had car trouble. Just wanted to let his family know that he helped out my family every time I needed it. I’m deeply sorry for all close to him.

      6. Brenda Bohn / October 25, 2020 at 5:35 pm

        Aunt Brenda will forever n always love you. 💗 I will never forget your beautiful face. Your kind & loveing ❤️ was one of the things I love about you. Never a dull moment with you. RIP my Dear nephew. ❤️

      7. Janie Bailey / October 26, 2020 at 12:15 am

        My deepest condolences for your families loss. Prayers for healing and strength.RIP Cody

      8. Tommy Abernathy / October 26, 2020 at 6:55 am

        I love you Coco

      9. Alex & Matt / October 26, 2020 at 9:56 am

        Our deepest sympathies go out to Cody’s family. He always kept us laughing so there was never a dull moment. He loved helping people and would always show up ready to help in any way he could. He will be greatly missed.

      10. Michelle Wittman / October 26, 2020 at 3:18 pm

        So sorry for your loss Marianne and Brenda. I will be thinking and praying for you both.

        Michelle Wittman

      11. Barbara Berkshire / October 27, 2020 at 7:13 am

        Cody,
        Your my one and only son in law.
        You have been apart of our lives for 15 plus years.
        And I cant imagine the next 15 years without you in it
        Your suppose to move me the next 5 times I move.lol
        And your the one I call when I have car problems (like 100 times a year)lol
        And I cant imagine never cutting your hair again,even though you drove me nuts over it numerous times.
        But I’m here to tell ya Noone in heaven can cut your hair the way you like it,the way I do..lol.
        Cody I love you very much & miss you so very already.
        Rest easy. Intill we meet again son
        ♡♡♡♡♡♡♡♡♡ ♡♡♡♡♡♡♡♡

      12. C. Wilson / October 27, 2020 at 10:08 am

        My thoughts and prayers are with the ABERNATHY FAMILY in their time of grief. Please find comfort in the words recorded in (Acts 24:15).

      13. Marianne Abernathy / October 27, 2020 at 10:34 am

        My baby boy, my Coco, my youngest son.
        May your chains rattle from the floors of heaven as loud as the thunder growls at you for making too much noise. May you be held by the arms of your grandpa to keep you from the two friends that help you corrupt the gaits of heaven’s rules.of the eternal life spent watching over us here on earth. Most of all , please Use the urinal and not the clouds..lol..My heart will ache til we meet again my Son. I so love you. Rip

      14. Stacey Rito / October 29, 2020 at 11:38 am

        Oh baby I’m soo sorry! This isn’t fair, this wasn’t supposed to happen. I love you more then you will ever know! I miss you so much💔

      15. Maddie Abernathy / October 29, 2020 at 3:25 pm

        He used to give everyone so much shit, I’ll never forget <3

      16. David Berkshire / October 30, 2020 at 12:14 pm

        Cody,
        We know your place here you made great. I’ve followed many fb posts by Stacy highlighting how special Stacy and the kids are to you and the wonderful man and father you became.
        May God’s embrace surround you forever extending back to your entire family. Rest in peace.

      17. Rhonda / October 30, 2020 at 3:11 pm

        Dear Cody

        Wow!!!! It just doesn’t seem real. I’ve never met someone like you. God definitely broke the mold when he made you. You were always the life of the party with lots of excitement, and no filter. I’m going to miss your witty comebacks, playing bags and just hanging out in your driveway listening to you yell at the neighbors. You were amazing at working on cars to building anything and everything. And such a perfectionist. Never afraid of anything and definitely lived life to the fullest. God has a beautiful Angel now. You will never be forgotten. Rest In Peace Cody. Your friend, Rhonda

      18. toddalliso / November 22, 2020 at 7:51 am

        so sorry Marianne cody my little buddy I will see you again until then my friend 😇

      19. Brenda Bohn / December 3, 2020 at 2:52 am

        My Dearest Cody, you will forever be in my ❤️. You were always me laugh. You never ever hesitated to fix my vehicles. I don’t know who’s going to detail Diamond.? You where loved so much. Your grandpa will be glad to have some one to give shit as you return it. I know you are watching over us with my dad . I wish they had an elevator to heaven do we could see our 👼 👼. Love v miss you ALWAYS. We will never know why but we know God has a wild ass 👼. Love love 💝🥰 you.we will be together again.

      20. Brenda Bohn / August 10, 2021 at 4:07 pm

        My Dear Cody, I miss you so much. The way you always made me laugh. Your beautiful ❤️ made it easy for us to love you. In the good times and bad times I was always there for you. I miss the things we all loved. I have not been to a race without you in my 💜. We loved slinging dirt and camping and muffin. I love you with all my ❤️. Your spirit is with me always. Hope you and my Dad are enjoying your time. I know he is so proud of you for following in his foot steps. Much love to you 💗 both

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