" ... Abby graduated from Van Buren Community High School in 1989. Abby attended Kirkwood Community College, graduating in 2010 with a degree in Business Management. She enjoyed travelling and moving around the state, but always found her way back to Keosauqua where she considered home. She worked in tourism for the Greater Ottumwa Convention and Visitor's Bureau and previously the Eastern Iowa Tourism Organization. She was reaching new heights in her career and had a promising future ahead of her. She always enjoyed planning an event or party and never missed a detail. Even during the last few months of her battle, she made her way back home and worked with the Chamber of Commerce in Keosauqua. Abby had a great love for children and had a special relationship with her nieces and nephews. She had an infectious personality, was energetic and always found the positive in every situation. Abby left behind a legacy that will be remembered by her family and friends for many years to come. ... "
Source: Excerpts from Abby's obituary.