Edward W. Abrams, age 72, of Marietta, passed away on Thursday, September 27, 2012. A memorial service will be held at a later date. A native of Cincinnati, OH, Mr. Abrams had lived in Marietta for the past 32 years. He was a Veteran of the United States Navy and retired from Nationwide Paper. Mr. Abrams was also a member of Bethany United Methodist Church. Survivors include his children, Jesse Dale Abrams and Tracy Lynn Abrams; brother, Bill Abrams; 4 grandchildren and 5 great-grandchildren.