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Richard Abbott Obituary
Richard had a great sense of humor, loved to fish and tell funny stories. He was a carpenter that took great pride in his work.
Richard was preceded in death by his parents, David and Loretta Abbott; and his brother, David Wayne Abbott.
He is survived by his son, Jeramie Dale Abbott; sisters, Brenda Sue Miller, Teresa Stover and husband, James "Duane;" and brother, Ronald Abbott
Memorial services, officiated by the Rev. W. Donald Ambrose, will be held at 6 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 19, 2009, at Hogg Funeral Home, Gloucester Point.
In Richard's memory, contributions may be made to Riverside Walter Reed Hospice Unit, Box 1130, Gloucester, VA 23061. View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks.
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Memories and Condolences
for Richard Abbott
leslie miller
November 13, 2010
It will have been a year this Monday. Not a day goes by I don't think of u. You always kept us laughing, I miss that soo much. I have a peace lily from ur memorial I talk to like its u. Its only bloomed twice, in the spring right when the fish startedn to bite, and this week. You have taught me that life is precious, and not guarnteed. You have taught me forgivness. I promise to look out for my favorite little cuz, Jerm, and every summer I will cast a line just for you uncle Rick.
Cindi Brittle
December 15, 2009
It has been very hard to put my feelings into words.I have watched Ricky go through the same pain I have experienced the last couple of years with the loss of my sister to cancer. Ricky reminds me of of my sister in someways- they both had genle souls and a wonderful love of nature. I grew very fond of Ricky and his son Jeramie over the years. I saw the close bond between Ricky and Jeramie.
HAVE PEACE,RICKY - We will all watch over Jeramie. Ricky will be forever in my heart.
CINDI BRITTLE
Mary Schakel
December 14, 2009
I had the privilege of meeting Ricky and the entire family thru Brenda and have been "family" ever since. Ricky had a great sense of humor,a smile that could light any room! To say it best "If you knew Ricky,you knew what kind of heart he had,if you knew Ricky you knew that you always had a friend." If I have half the courage Ricky had thru his illness to get thru this next year I know that I will be Ok! We will be OK! I pray everyday that GOD will comfort us and give us the knowing that there will be brighter tomorrows! R.I.P. Ricky my brother/friend until we meet again,catch all the big fish for me! Love your other sister-Krazy Mary
James Stover
December 10, 2009
Ricky has been a part of my life since I was a teenager, first as a friend then as my brother in law. He brought a joy of life to me and all that knew him which was refreshing and rare in these times. His battle with cancer was fought like a warrior with heart and soul that never gave up. Before his passing he asked me to “keep an eye out for Jeramie” I told him don’t worry Jeramie is smarter and not as rotten as we where at that age, but Ricky you know I will be there for him. He laughed and said your right we where rotten. Though I will miss him always, all I can do is look forward to our next fishing trip together that will span through eternity.
Your chaver and mishpacha
James Stover
Mary Schakel
December 10, 2009
I had the privilege of meeting Ricky and the whole family thru Brenda and instantly felt like family. Ricky had a great sense of humor and a smile that could light the room. "To know Ricky you knew what a kind heart he had. To know Ricky you knew that you always had a friend." I pray everyday that God will help the family get thru today and know that there will be brighter tomorrows. I know that one day we will get to see Ricky again but until then R.I.P Ricky and I hope that you catch all the big fish! we love you!
LEONA ARSENE
December 1, 2009
I never knew the man but I know his sister Teresa who I love dearly. I'm glad I was able to but her in contact with the company that I work for to be able to bring her brother home to his family.I'm sorry for the families loss.Love Leona
Sharyl & Lewis Stover
December 1, 2009
I had the pleasure of knowing Ricky for many years, his zest for life always came though in that cute little smile of his. Ricky showed such great courage, fight and grace any person could at the time he was struggling for his life. He is with the Lord, where it is safe, no more pain. My heart, prayers and love goes to his son, sisters, brother and family. May the Lord be with all of you.
Teresa Stover
November 27, 2009
As Rickys little sister Teresa,I have learnt so much from Ricky in the last year of his life. I can only hope if I am ever faced with such diversity that I will have half the courage and preserverance that Ricky did. We love him and will miss him. He was one of the best brothers a girl could ever have.
May God comfort our family and help us to comfort Jeramie. May you rest comfortably in peace dear brother,
Green grass and high tides forever
Castles of stone, soul and glory
Lost faces say we adore you
As kings and queens bow and play for you
I WILL MISS YOU BUT WE WILL MEET AGAIN.
I LOVE YOU
The profound loss our family has experienced is comforted by the outpouring of love, support and prayers by friends of Ricky and Jeramie and our extended family. MAY GOD BLESS ALL OF YOU
Cindy Kellar
November 25, 2009
Jeramie,
I was so sorry to hear about your Dad. I didn't even know when I saw you the other night because no one called me. I really liked him a lot. He fought a great fight through all of this. My thoughts and prayers are with you. If you need anything, please call and remember, the fishing pier is always open to you!
Brenda Miller
November 24, 2009
My brother, Ricky, will be greatly missed by us all. He was a good, kind person. He fought his cancer for a year and went through three major surgeries to try and beat it. He always had a positive attitude. He never gave up. He amazed me at the way he handled it. Only time will heal our sorrow but we will see him again in heaven.
Your Sister,
Brenda
At Ricky's funeral service his son, Jeramie stood and spoke about his father. This is what he said:
WE ARE HERE TODAY TO SUPPORT EACH OTHER... BECAUSE MY FATHERS LIFE WAS TAKEN BY A DISEASE THAT TAKES SO MUCH TIME AND SUFFERING TO OVERCOME. TEENAGERS MY AGE AND YOUNGER CHILDERN ARE GIVEN THIS DEVASTATING NEWS THAT CANCER IS GOING TO SHORTEN YOUR TIME WITH A LOVED ONE. MY FATHER WAS MORE THAN JUST MY DAD. HE WAS MY BEST FRIEND. THE BEST FISHING PARTNER I WILL EVER HAVE AND THE STRONGEST FIGHTER I HAVE EVER SEEN. I HARDLY EVER SPENT TIME WITH TEENAGERS MY AGE. I HAD SO MUCH FUN WITH MY DAD I DIDN'T WANT TO. MY DAD ENJOYED SPENDING TIME WITH ME MORE THAN ANYTHING ELSE AND FOR THE REST OF MY LIFE I WILL WISH I COULD HAVE HAD MORE TIME WITH HIM. IN A WAY I AM A LITTLE RELIEVED NOW THAT HE CAN REST PAINLESSLY. ALL WE CAN DO IS CHERISH THE GOOD TIME WE DID HAVE WITH HIM. I LOVE YOU DAD. REST IN PEACE.
Jeramie Abbott
Debbie Hockaday
November 19, 2009
Brenda, Ronnie, Teresa, & Jeramie:
My heartfelt sympathies are with you and the rest of the family. We're all going to miss Ricky so much. He was such a warm, kind hearted person. He was fun loving & fun to be around. I don't think there is one of us he hadn't had in stitches on more than one occasion! Ricky was a loving, dedicated parent and, Jeramie that will be a treasure of memories you'll have forever. When I think of Ricky I'm going to see that big smile that was usually followed by that giggly little laugh.
You know that I'm here for y'all.
November 18, 2009
Ricky was a great friend of mine and he always had my back no matter what I sure will miss him.
Ryan Ferguson,Newport News, Va
David Joyner
November 18, 2009
November 18,2009
I feel a big hurt in my heart that will never heal. There are so many great things I could say about Ricky,but the biggest one is that I am proud to be able to able to say he was my best friend. i will never forget you Rick and all the fishing that we did together. Jeramie if you need help just call.
Sheila Clark
November 17, 2009
I am so sorry to hear about Rick. We all had a lot of good times on Flat Hollow when your family came to Ky. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Your cousin Sheila and Cappy
November 17, 2009
In loving memory of a wonderful friend.We will love a miss you always.
Kelly & Barb
West Point ,Va
November 17, 2009
We were saddened to here of rick's untimely demise. He will be missed by all that knew him. The Bible, in the book of John Chapter 11, verses 25 and 26 says "Jesus then said, 'I am the one who raises the dead to life! Everyone who has faith in me will live, even if they die. And everyone who lives because of faith in me will never really die. " May the Lord bring His comfort during this time of grief. We send our love. Thelma & Leonard Larson, (newport news)
November 17, 2009
Very sorry to hear this news.Have many memories.Our thoughts & prayers are with you.Candy&Byrd
Melissa Gilbert
November 17, 2009
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
David and Melissa McCall
November 17, 2009
our deepest sympathy to the family in your time of need we pray the lord is with you to guide and comfort you.
Tommie Ferguson
November 17, 2009
Please accept my deepest sympathies.
Katrina Washington
November 17, 2009
Jeramie,you and your family are in our prayers. I'm so sorry to here about your dad ,Ricky,I know he was such a good father to you.
May God look after you
Lee's mother(Katrina)
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