Abelene Brestin, born in 1970, is the last surviving heir of the prestigious Brestin family, known for founding the paper mill that gave the town its name. Raised in the commune, she now owns the Ears Thrift store, though she is rarely seen there. Abelene's influence extends beyond her business ventures; she is a respected judge of the fashion festival and has served as the grand marshal of the parade on multiple occasions. Her personal life includes a marriage in the late 1990s, which ended when she realized her true identity as a gay woman. Despite her significant estate, Abelene never fully benefited from the sale of the mill or the Brestin mansion in 1959, choosing instead to live a life of elegance and independence.