Edward L. Abbott

Abbott, Edward L.
HALFMOON - Edward L. Abbott, age 93, of Halfmoon, passed away on November 6, 2023.
Born in Cohoes, he was the son of the late Henry and Yvonne (Lessard) Abbott. Edward was predeceased by his loving wife of 59 years, Shirley; his sister, Hilda Fitzgerald; and his four brothers, Arthur, Harold, Richard, and Floyd Abbott. He is survived by his daughter, Cassandra (Walt) Brady; sons, Edward M. Abbott, Thomas L. (Mary) Abbott, Patrick J. (Diane) Abbott, and Martin D. (Judith) Abbott; seven grandchildren, Meghan (Tom) Loring, Colin (Devon) Abbott, Darren, Ellen, Luke, Nora and Colden; and five great-grandchildren Molly, Josie, Lyle, Evelyn and Neil, in addition to many nieces and nephews.
In 1948, he graduated from LaSalle Institute in Troy. Edward was a veteran of the Korean War where he served as first lieutenant in the U.S. Army. He worked for the N.Y. Telephone Company for 45 years, ending his career at the Clifton Park office.
He was an active member of the American Legion Post 1450 and enjoyed spending time at his camp on Pleasant Lake, doing puzzles, watching sports and the stock market, and spending time with his family.
Calling hours will be held on Sunday from 2-6 p.m. at the Catricala Funeral Home, 1597 Route 9, Clifton Park. A Mass of Christian Burial will take place on Monday at 10 a.m. in St. Mary's Church in Crescent. Following the Mass, burial will take place in the Gerald B.H. Solomon Saratoga National Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to a charity of one's choosing.
To express condolences. Please visit www.catricalafuneralhome.com.