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Greg M.S Obituary
Dr. Greg Abbott passed away unexpectedly on September 1, 2018. He leaves behind his son, Michael A. Abbott (Zascha), his granddaughter, Courtney Eve Abbott (John's daughter), and his brothers Dr. Andrew H. Abbott (Ladonna), Dr. Philip D. Abbott, and his sister Ginny Abbott Sadler, CPA (Joe).
He was preceded in death by his son, John Reeves Abbott, his former wife, Jolyn Hunt Abbott (met at Emory University), his mother, Margaret Hollon Abbott, and his father, Gordon R. Abbott.
He received his Doctor of Dental Surgery from the Emory University School of Dentistry in 1964. He also received a Master of Science in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology from the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston in 1975. He received a Master of Business Administration from Auburn University at Montgomery in 1983. He was a Vietnam Veteran, retiring from the USAF in 1984.
Dr. Abbott practiced dentistry in Savannah for 34 years, beginning in 1984. He was an accomplished, caring and compassionate dentist who took pride in his work. He will be missed by his patients, his staff, his friends, and his family.
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Kirk LeGear
September 24, 2023
Only dentist I looked forward to seeing. He had a great sense of humor. He will be missed by many.
Amy murray
August 11, 2023
It´s been five years since Dr Abbott passed. Truly one of a kind dentist. He cared for his patients. I´ve been unable to even come close to find a decent dentist and there aren´t any who are like dr Abbott. I would call dr abbot and he worried me in right away. You can´t even find that any more. We all sure miss you dr abbot.
jean fasano
September 24, 2022
He was the best dentist I ever knew and can't find one like him. I miss him. He truly cared about others.
Jerry Sims
June 9, 2019
Very sorry to hear this. He will be missed for sure. Condolences to family and friends.
Barbara and Steve Sturgis
March 11, 2019
We just found out and are shocked and saddened. Our prayers are with his family and office family. We so appreciated his conservative approach to our dental needs. Including constructing repairs to broken teeth to save us from a more costly alternative. We joked with him that he couldn't go before us, because we were were getting too old to want to try and find a new dentist.
We will sorely miss his witt and delightful sarcasm.
Terry Conroy
February 23, 2019
I also just found this out. I'm so sorry for the family because I know how much his patients meant to him I loved the man and the dentist you will be greatly missed.
Gregory Futch
February 21, 2019
I am completely set back. I just found out that this great dentist had passed away. He was as much an artist as a dentist and was an excellent dentist. Wow
JoAnne Robinson
January 3, 2019
I learned of Dr. Abbott's death on December 20th
when I was dropping by his office to leave Christmas treats for him and his wonderful Staff.
A patient(Holly) was returning from the door and said no one was there. We both thought it was strange and exchanged phone numbers and would call if we had any information to share. Less than an hour Holly called and said he passed suddenly. I was shocked and saddened! I was referred to Dr. Abbott after Dr. Kazlo's untimely
death. Dr. Abbott was easy to love! May he rest in peace!
Christine Wacta
December 3, 2018
I am so sadden, This man was the BEST dentist ever for my children and I. I fear I cannot tell my children they will not be seeing their favorite dentist. Such a lost. I will for ever loce you Dr Abbot. You were the VERY BEST and I MEAN IT
Stuart
November 23, 2018
The sad news just made its way to me in Texas. Dr. Abbott was my dentist for 15 years, and he made going to the dentist something not to dread. A great dentist, a better guy. Condolences to his family.
Pam Glendinning
November 22, 2018
Dr. Abbott and his rubber dam...took such great care of me and my awful teeth since Jones Street and the mural of the Great Dane, the Alice and Mad Hatter print over the fireplace, the little door you crouched under when you parked in the alley. He made going to the dentist a fun time, with his constant humor about anything and everything. When I think of him, a smile comes over my face. I will miss him dearly. My condolences to his son and the rest of his family.
Pat Bray
November 20, 2018
I considered him a dear friend as well as a consummate dentist. I will miss him sorely.
Debbie McElveen
November 5, 2018
He was a great dentist and person. So very shocked. He is missed.
Debbie McElveen
Amy Murray
November 5, 2018
So sad to hear Dr Abbot passed away. The best dentist ever. I had been a patient for 11 years. Good caring man. He made me laugh. My condolences.
deanna gerow
October 25, 2018
I was with Greg for over 25 years and he was the best dentist and most wonderful man. I can't believe he has passed but he surely is in heaven. He will be missed by all the people who knew him.
Brenda Bowers
October 17, 2018
A co-worker referred me to Dr. Abbott and he was wonderful in so many ways. I always looked forward to my cleanings and visits with him. He is greatly missed.
ken barthels
October 5, 2018
My partner and I loved Dr. Abbott, we never dreaded going to the dentist when he was in charge. I remember his Jones Street practice with the mural of his Great Danes. RIP Dr. Abbott!!!
Lillian Foster
October 4, 2018
Dr. Abbott was a very accomplished dentist,myself and my family will greatly miss him. His family are in my constant prayers.
Kirk LeGear
October 3, 2018
Excellent dentist & even better person. Great sense of humor, loved talking with him .
Melissa Dunwody
October 3, 2018
Dr Abbott was the best, he was not just a dentist, he was an awesome guy who loved people and life! He will be so very missed! Huge hugs and prayers for the family.
JAIMEE BONIN
October 3, 2018
Dr. Abbott will be missed. His humor was one of a kind.
Jackie Davis
September 30, 2018
Dr. Abbott was a great guy. He was my dentist for many years. He had a great sense of humor and will be missed. Rest in peace, Dr. Abbott.
Debbie Welch
September 30, 2018
Dr. Gregg was an awesome dentist. He told me once that if he caused any pain whatsoever I did not have to pay my bill. I always had to pay my bill! He will be missed.
Taunia Richardson
September 30, 2018
Dr. Abbott ( Greg ) was in my opinion the best dentist in the world. I heard about him from a coworker who said she fell asleep in the chair while he did a root canal. I have a horrible fear of dentists and when I told him that he was so sweet and comforting. He was my dentist and my friend for 33 years. Even my children liked going to Greg. My life was much better just by knowing him and the world has lost not only a great dentist and friend but a wonder caring and thoughtful man. Greg you will be missed. While my heart is broken because of your passing. It is also singing because your in a better place and I know I will see you in heaven when I get there. RIP my friend.
jean fasano
September 30, 2018
Shocked and saddened by his sudden passing. He was a great dentist and his shoes will be hard to fill.
Martin, Jackie, Victoria and Isabella Higuera
September 30, 2018
Our condolences to the Abbott family. We have been friends and neighbors of Dr. Abbott's son, Mike, for many years and we care about him very much. We hope and pray that the family will receive God's grace of patience and understanding during this difficult time. May Dr, Abbott live in your hearts forever. May he RIP.
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