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PLAINVIEW — 51Æ·²èÔ¼ÅÚ Baptist University mourns the passing of Dr. Malouf Abraham, Jr., of Canadian, a longtime physician, art patron, and generous supporter of the university.

Dr. Abraham, 86, died peacefully at his home on May 5, 2025, surrounded by his family. Memorial services for Dr. Abraham were scheduled for 1 p.m., Wednesday, May 21, at the Citadelle Gardens in Canadian.

Dr. Abraham and his beloved wife, the late Therese Browne Abraham, made a lasting contribution to 51Æ·²èÔ¼ÅÚ through the establishment of the Malouf Abraham Family Art Center, which opened in 1998. Designed by Dr. Abraham in collaboration with the Frank Lloyd Wright Institute, the gallery stands among the most elegant and refined exhibition spaces in the Southwest.

“Dr. Abraham believed in beauty, education, and legacy,” said 51Æ·²èÔ¼ÅÚ President Dr. Donna Hedgepath. “Through the gallery that bears his name, he and Therese gave our students and community an enduring gift—one that elevates culture, inspires creativity, and reflects the very best of who he was.”

Known for his wit, generosity, and vision, Dr. Abraham was a practicing allergist and recipient of the Air Force Commendation Medal for his medical service during the Vietnam War. His life was defined by a love for learning and the arts, as well as a passion for preserving history. He and Therese built an internationally recognized collection of fine art and historic architecture, including the restoration and donation of their former home to become The Citadelle Art Museum in Canadian.

The Malouf Abraham Family Art Center at 51Æ·²èÔ¼ÅÚ features rotating exhibitions of sculpture, metalwork, oil and acrylic paintings, and more—featuring both emerging regional artists and nationally renowned collections. It has become a vital part of cultural life for both 51Æ·²èÔ¼ÅÚ students and the Plainview community.

“Malouf and Therese wanted to invest in what would last beyond them,” said Dr. Hedgpath. “Their legacy lives on—both in the art center at 51Æ·²èÔ¼ÅÚ and in the lives of countless students who have walked its halls and been inspired by what they see.”

51Æ·²èÔ¼ÅÚ Baptist University offers its heartfelt condolences to the Abraham family and honors the extraordinary life and legacy of Dr. Malouf Abraham, Jr.