John Wilson Abbott

John Abbott was a memorable person. I met him at age 7 when I transferred from one Bellingham grade school to another. I knew no one at my new school and neighborhood. John was among the first to befriend me. After school we often would go to his home or mine, throw a football to each other at the nearby Bellingham HS field, or (as John reminded me) read stories aloud to each other. One day, I recall, we were riding our bikes up Cornwall Ave. near the high school. The front tire of my...

To Mr. Abbott's family,
We are deeply sorry for the loss of your loved one. Mr. Abbott well be missed by so many. He left his imprint of kindness on the hearts of everyone that knew him. I was lucky enough to have Mr. Abbott for a teacher at Meridian High School. My husband had the privilege to honor Coach Abbott at the 100 year celebration of Meridian Football Leaders and Legions. Mr. Abbott's perfect example of a positive person has been a great influence on both our lives. His bigger...

Mr Abbott was my Football coach and teacher. He was a great motivator and knew how to get the most out of someone. He was also a warm hearten person that would go beyond to help someone out. John is going to be missed by many but God has gained a great warrior . Gods Blessing to the Abbott family.

I was a student at Meridan Middle School while Mr. Abbott was the counselor there. He was a dear sweet man. He always was positive and encouraging. He was always ready with an encouraging word. He was the best part of the school. Jerrie Cook (Davidson) class of 91.

I have always remembered Mr Abbott fondly... as a teacher, a coach, a berry boss, and a constant and comforting presence during my time at Meridian. I know how difficult it can be for a family to lose such a big presence in your lives and I wish you peace and comfort.

My heartfelt condolences go to the family of John Abbott. Upon transferring to Meridian Middle School in the seventh grade, Mr. Abbott was one of the first to welcome me. Coach Abbott always had an ear for listening, and was a constant encouragement. I will be forever grateful. Thank you, Coach.

Besides the memory of Mr. Abbott walking the halls of the middle school constantly beaming, I remember the summers in the berry fields as well and the times on the softball field. When my sister and I got into berry fights, I felt that we had totally let him down, instead of yelling, he had a easy charm that just made us feel really remorseful. To his family, my prayers for your loss of this wonderful man, whom I only had the pleasure of knowing as a child. To have known him a lifetime, how...

My condolences to his family. Mr Abbott was a good friend and coach. Some of my best memories are of playing ball under his tutelage.