Daddy started going to Charlie's Place in Baton Rouge where they worked with him and tried to keep his mind working as well as working with others that are there as well.

Charlie's Place have many young people that love to volunteer and help these elderly patients and keep them entertained.

I feel that Daddy lived the last few years with happiness with the Love and the  Attention he received from these young people. January 2013, he really started fading and falling causing him to want to stay in bed and not move around that finally did him in.

We appreciate all that the Love and compassion  that Charlie's Place provided to help Daddy feel at home and keep busy to prolong his life with us.

Clyde Parker Abbott, born on September 29. 1884 in Harlan Township Nebraska had met and married Luella Grace Miller who was born in Stamford Nebraska on July 5, 1898. together they started a Family.

Ray Victor Abbott, born on June 4, 1921 in Woodruff Phillips Kansas.

Glenn Edward Abbott would be born next on November 24, 1922 also in Woodruff Kansas

Edna Mae Abbott would be the third child and the only female in the family. She was born in Woodruff Kansas on October 3, 1924.

George Merlin Abbott, born in Alma Nebraska on September 6, 1928.

It would be 2 years later when Eldon Dee was born in Lincoln Nebraska on December 20, 1930.

Clyde Parker died on March 15, 1965 while living in Denham Springs, Luella M Abbott died on June 1, 1967 in Denham Springs.

Ray V was living in Walker when he died on June 30, 1991.He had just jurned 70

Glenn was in Walker when he died on September 28 2004.Glenn had just missed 82

Edna Mae Abbott was in Sterling Heights Michigan when she passed on February 23,2001

 George Merlin lived in Denham Springs with Dale when he died on April 19, 2013. 

Eldon D Abbott was living in St. Joe, Arkansas when he died on April 22 1983. He was 52

After Daddy was discharged from the Navy, Dad met Mom in 1953 and became attracted to her.

They met a VFW Dance and begin dating and sharing their lives together along with all of Mom's brother's constantly watching . In 1955 they decided to get Married and start a Family. It was in December 30th  when they said their vows at Monte Sano Baptist Church and was Married by Charles Heine.

Daddy had asked his brother Eldon to be his best man and Mom had her sister Beatrice Valentine Brignac to serve as  Maid of Honor. Mom's Brother Alvin gave the Brides hand to Daddy.

On May 31, 1957, they had their first son, Merlin Dale Abbott. They were in heaven as they begin their family. 

2 years later, they were surprised to learn that child # 2 & # 3 were on the way. November 5, 1959, George Melvin was born and 4 minutes later, here came Charles Kelvin. Now they had three kids and Dale was in his terrible 2's.

On May 21,1961, Janet Gaye Abbott, the first and only female made her way into the hearts of all 5 members of the Family, Kelvin was no longer the baby.

Finally on August 10, 1962, Troy Benton was added to the Family and he was the last child to make this a Family of 5 kids with two loving Parents

We lived our lives just like all other families, went to Church, School, participated in sports and mainly worked around the house or yard on Saturdays.

We loved just being around family until they decided to divorce in 1992  after being married nearly 36 years.

Daddy stayed at home and lived by himself until he begin having health problems in 2000. Around 2005, Daddy moved in with Dale and was taken care of and taken to doctors and appointments from then on.

The Governor of Louisiana, Bobby Jindal recognized George Abbott by presenting a Louisiana Veterans Honor Medal for his service.

Received a Certificate of Appreciation to George Abbott from the Department of Defense in recognition of his honorable service during the Korean War

The United States of America also recognizes him by honoring the Memory of  George Abbott for serving in the Armed Forces ( U.S. NAVY ) and signed by the President of the United States.

April 3, 1952 George Abbott was discharged from the United States Navy and was recommended for Reenlistment. However he chose to pass on Reenlisting so he could start a career in his specialty as Apprentice Wire man. He later became an electrician with the International Brotherhood Of Electrical Workers where he remained during most of his life.

In January 2013, George received his pin and certificate for 65 years of Service with IBEW.

On April 7, 1948, George Abbott entered into the United States Navy. He departed from New Orleans, Louisiana and traveled to San Fransisco California for his training. He spent 1 year and 6 months in foreign services. He spent the rest of his tour traveling in the states with Classified information. While serving in the Navy, George Abbott's job consisted of 0-61.33 Radio Operator.

April 3, 1952 George Abbott received his discharge orders and was recommended for Reenlistment. However he chose to pass on Reenlisting so he could start a career in his specialty as Apprentice Wire man. He later became an electrician with the International Brotherhood Of Electrical Workers.

The Family Reunion has just begun. On April 19, 2013, George Abbott received a special invitation to the Grand Abbott Family Reunion where he will serve as the guest of honor. He boarded his flight on the wings of angels and made a safe journey to Heaven. George Merlin Abbott was born September 6, 1928 in Alma, Nebraska. He served in the Navy from 1948-1952 as a radio operator after WWII and during the Korean War. He retired from the Local 995 as an electrician after 56 years. George is survived by his children, Janet and husband Bill Mosley of Baker, Dale Abbott of Denham Springs, Melvin Abbott of Brusly, Kelvin and wife Evie Abbott of Prairieville, Troy and wife Bonnie Abbott of Texas and their mother, Jeanette V. Tabler of Brusly; 12 grandchildren and 10 great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, Clyde Parker and Luella Miller Abbott; sister, Edna Russell; and brothers, Ray, Glenn and Eldon Abbott. Visitation will be 4pm-8pm, Sunday, April 21, 2013 at Greenoaks Funeral Home and will resume at the funeral home at 9am, Monday, April 22, 2013 until the Funeral Service at 12pm, officiated by Pastor Tom Sheppard. George will be laid to rest at Greenoaks Memorial Park following the service. Pallbearers will be Roger Abbott, Jeramie Wilkinson, Drew Abbott, Cameron Abbott, Hunter Mosley, and Megan Mosley. The family would like to thank the Carpenter House for helping his transition to be comfortable. Published in The Advocate on Apr. 21, 2013 Print  |  View Guest Book