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Kenneth Abbott Obituary
Fowler - Kenneth "Rube" Abbott passed away Saturday, September 28, 2019 after an extended illness at the Green-Hill Manor Nursing Home.
He is survived by two daughters, Deanna Lynn Abbott-Krug and Victoria Lee (Ronald) Purple; two grandsons, Kyle (Katherine) Purple and Craig (Shannon Sleighter) Purple; and one great-granddaughter, Eleanor Marie Purple. He was preceded in death by his wife, Nora Pauline (Freeland) Abbott; his mother, Mary Caroline (Clark) Abbott; and his father, Charles Ruben Abbott.
Rube retired from the Fowler Post Office in 2000. He previously had owned Rube's Auto and Cycle, drove trucks for Nally Brothers, and he enjoyed managing the Elements of Time band.
He enjoyed many activities, including houseboat trips, riding his Harley, car shows, vacations to Fort Myers, Florida, bowling, and taking road trips. He was a U.S. Army veteran, and a member of the American Legion Post 57 and Amvets Post 102.
He is fondly remembered by his family and many friends. Visitation will be from 4 to 7 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 3, at Windler Funeral Home, Fowler, Indiana.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be given to American Legion Post 57 or Amvets Post 102.
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RICHARD DENHART
September 25, 2020
Rube & I used to sing, a couple of songs, together, at the 100 Mile House. Miss those times.
Marsha Cessor
October 5, 2019
A fun classmate and a good friend.
Rest In Peace buddy.
Marsha Ringle Cessor
Marsha Cessor
October 5, 2019
A fun classmate and a good friend..Rest in peace buddy.. Marsha Ringle Cessor
Jackie Amderson
October 1, 2019
Dee and Vickie am so sorry for your loss
Your dad was a great sweet kind man
Am sure Ernie and him is having coffee together again
Love you both
Georgianne and Ted Anderegg
October 1, 2019
Dee and Vicki......Ted and I are so glad that we met your Dad and had the opportunity to get to know him. He was a great man and he will be missed. Our prayers, love and hugs to you both and your family. Much Love, Ted and Georgianne
Dottie Herman
October 1, 2019
Dee- my heart goes out to you in this time of great loss. Remember that Dad is at peace and will always live on in your heart and mind. I love you like a sister and am sending Big Hugs your way.
RICHARD DENHART
October 1, 2019
I am so sorry for your loss. Rube was a good friend and we had many great times together. He will be missed by all.
Dick
RICHARD DENHART
October 1, 2019
I am so sorry for your loss. Rube was a great friend and we had many good .times together. He will be missed by all who knew him.
Richard Denhart
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