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James Abbott Obituary
James "Jimmy" Bayard Abbott, 66, beloved husband, father, brother, and friend, entered into the Glory of the Lord on June 22, 2011, at his home.
He was born in Brownsville, Texas, on July 27, 1944, and lived here except during the years he served in the United States Air Force during the Vietnam War.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Alfred "Freddy" Abbott and Gladys Abbott, and numerous beloved aunts and uncles.
He is survived by his wife, Janet Schooley, his children Heather of Austin, R. Perry (Cassie) of Virginia Beach, VA, his brother, Freddy (Carol) of Virginia Beach, VA, his sisters Priscilla of Victoria and Alice of Brownsville, his precious grandchildren Christopher Michael Abbott and Hannah Riley Abbott, dear cousins, niece, and nephews, his best friend, Pete Moore of Harlingen and treasured friends too numerous to name from Scouting, Walk to Emmaus, Kairos Prison Ministries, First Presbyterian Church, AA and his life work as a carpenter/builder.
A Celebration of Life service will be held at First Presbyterian Church, Brownsville at the corner of Palm and Elizabeth on Tuesday June 28, 2011, at 4 p.m. You are requested to dress in "Jimmy Casual" (NO black), shorts, bright shirts, sandals.
In lieu of flowers, Jimmy's family is requesting that memorial gifts be made in his name to the Boy Scouts of America (Camp Perry Memorial Fund), P.O. Box 2424, Harlingen, TX 78551; Kairos Prison Ministries-Segoiva Unit c/o 1008 West 8th Street, Weslaco, TX 78596; Juan Trevino Memorial Music Scholarship Fund, First Presbyterian Church, 450 Palm Blvd., Brownsville, TX 78520 or to the donor's favorite charity.
Family and friends are invited to view and sign the guestbook, view the complete obituary and offer your condolences to Jimmy's family online at www.darlingmouser.com
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for James Abbott
Gregory Sovkoplas
September 14, 2021
I decided to look up my old Scout Master from Troop 3 and sadly this is where I found him. I just wanted to say "Thank you for all you´ve done." You were the greatest father figure in my life and an excellent example of a good and honorable gentleman. If it wasn´t for the Church and the BSA, having Jim as my Scout Master I don´t where I would´ve ended up. I´m a commercial pilot now flying for aerial firefighting and air ambulance. Both of my younger brothers, inspired by what I accomplished went on to become Eagle Scouts so we have three in the family and Jim Abbott should get a lot of credit for that.
Thank you so much! God Bless. Rest In Peace.
Fred Abbott
July 16, 2020
Miss you brother. Say Hi to the folks.
Alice and Martha Warburton
June 28, 2011
We remember his warm smile and generous heart. The heartfelt remembrances at the service today speak to how much he added to the lives of so many people. Our love and prayers for Jimmy and family, especially our beloved Miss Janet.
Alice and Martha Warburton
June 28, 2011
We remember his warm smile and generous heart. The heartfelt remembrances at the service today speak to how much he added to the lives of so many people. Our love and prayers for Jimmy and family
Ben Champion
June 28, 2011
Our Deepest Condolances to you Janet and the Children and to the Scouts that he was so close to. The Good LORD has a Saint and Jimmy was a true Saint here on Earth. I am very proud to have been Jimmy's friend and I too will miss him but the hurt that only you his family are going through is much deeper. Jimmy I know you are looking down at us and are saying to your self I am not in pain and I am doing much better then you on Earth. And Jimmy there is only one way to say this and that is in Spanish. Via Con DIOS Mi Amigo. Go With GOD my Friend.
Alex Lozano III
June 28, 2011
My Deepest Condolences go to the Family of Mr. Abbott on his passing. Mr. Abbott was a very Good Man with a Very Big Heart! Every time I came across his presence, He would always ask me not only for my Brother Luciano, but the entire Family as well. Thank You Mr. Abbott, for being a True Role Model...and Example on what a True Good Man should be...
Sharon & Jim Livingston
June 28, 2011
Jim was such a wonderful human being who will live on in our hearts & minds .
Jim & I only knew him for a short time, but he had a great influence on us.
Timo Hernandez III
June 28, 2011
Jimmy Abbott will be missed. He was a giver not a taker, and a good friend to all who knew him. Quite rare these days. My most sincere condolences to the Abbott family.
Chris & Barbara Carroll
June 28, 2011
In our memories always...Jim Abbott. He will be remembered in his Bermuda shorts,Hawaiian shirts and smile. Our hearts, thoughts and prayers go out to you, Janet. We love you.
Maggie Hammond
June 28, 2011
What a treasure Jimmy was. I met Jimmy for the first time at a mutual friends home in 1984. We had all joined for a night of fun & music. Jimmy was wheeled into the home in a wheelchair. Not knowing him, I thought he had some sort of physical problem. But not long after his arrival he had, what I thought,a Miracle experience & stood up! Oh what a laugh we all had. Jimmy was always so quick with a joke & a laugh. And during my own cancer battle, his love, prayers, laughter & support, along with that of his sweet wife Janet, became a constant presence. Thank you Jimmy, save me a seat in the music hall & you will be missed until we are all in that heavenly light together. Give my Daddy my love please. Love, Maggie
Joe Irwin
June 27, 2011
My sincerest sympathy goes to the Famliy at your great loss. Jimmy was a shining example of what we all strive for in this life. He was such an inspiration to us all.
David Valle
June 27, 2011
My condolences to the Abbott family. I had many enjoyable conversations about life,work and God with Jim. He will be missed greatly and will always be in my prayers.
June 27, 2011
Our most sincere condolences to Mr. Abbott's family at this difficult time. He was a great guy who always had a smile on his face and he will be missed.
Evaristo Gamez
Brigette Graybill and the
City of Brownsville Building Inspections Department Staff
Tom Rowles
June 27, 2011
Many of us are better people because we knew him - your loss is felt deeply by all.
Miguel Mendez
June 27, 2011
A "Celebration of Life" is indeed an apt memorial for Jimmy Abbott. I first met Jimmy when I joined the Cub Scout Den where his mother served as the Den Mother. Later, Jimmy and I were Scouts in Troop 3 where his father served as Scoutmaster. As is evident from the long list of Jimmy's charitable activities, he followed his parents' example in serving others, especially the less fortunate. Because of his many contributions to the community, including his church, Jimmy will be sorely missed. He leaves us, however, with a model of service to others all of us would do well to follow. Miguel A. Mendez, San Carlos, California.
Jeanette Pitts
June 27, 2011
May your hearts be filled with wonderful memories as you grieve your loss. I have many, many fond memories of my dear sweet friend, Jimmy, and the many "adventures" he led us all in, but the thing that stands out most is Jimmy and his Great Dane "puppy"?? that Jimmy took EVERYWHERE he went. My heartfelt condolences---he was truly a wonderful person.
June 26, 2011
Our condolences to all the family. He was a wonerful man, in his younger years he and Freddie worked for us and he was a very nice youngman. May God bless you all Maria & Randy Higginbotham
Susan Magee-Bibi
June 26, 2011
My condolences go out to you and your family, Janet. He was a great man.
Joe Holman
June 26, 2011
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.
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