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Nelson Abbott Obituary
He was born June 27, 1949, in Barre, the son of Knight and Ruth (Nelson) Abbott. He graduated from Cabot High School in 1967.
On Aug. 8, 1986, he married Yolanda Hall in Woodbury.
He was a machinist for Elltee in Barre, The Vermont Machine Co. in Hardwick, Estabrook Engineering in Derby and Russell Supply Co. in Burlington.
He was a member of Always Live in Vermont, the Green Mountain Masonic Lodge 68 in Cabot, the Mount Sinai Shriners and the Elks Club, both in Montpelier. He enjoyed collecting guns, trips to Reno and Las Vegas, and playing cards.
Survivors include a daughter, Louanna Dutil, of Plainfield; a son, Daniel Abbott, of Cabot; three brothers, David Abbott, of Tetonia, Idaho, Tim Abbott, of Fairfield, and James Abbott, of Cabot; a sister, Diane Thompson, of Barre; four grandchildren; aunts, uncle, and many nieces, nephews and cousins.
He was predeceased by his parents; his wife; a son, Douglas Abbott; and two brothers, Knight Abbott Jr. and Richard Abbott.
Visiting hours will be held Wednesday from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Northern Vermont Funeral Home, 60 Elm St. in Hardwick.
A memorial service will be held Thursday, July 5, 2012, at 1 p.m. at the funeral home. Burial will follow in the Durant Cemetery in lower Cabot.
In lieu of flowers, contributions in his memory may be made to Central Vermont Home Health and Hospice, 600 Granger Road, Barre, VT 05641.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Nelson Abbott
Brian Magee
June 27, 2023
Hard to believe it's been 11 years already....sure do miss you my friend. RIP Bud!
Mary (Walbridge) Tevyaw
July 23, 2012
So sorry to hear about my "good bud" Buddy. Special thoughts go out to all of his family at this time of sorrow. He was a good friend, fun loving and a hard worker. My prayers are with all of you.
charlene tetreault
July 10, 2012
your thoughts and prayers are with bud's family. He was a wonderful man that will be greatly missed.
danny and charlene tetreault
Donna (Abbott) Vinopal
July 10, 2012
So sorry to hear about Bud. Our thoughts & prayers are with you all at this difficult time.
Michael Abbott
July 8, 2012
I was sorry to heard about Buddy. I can remember the times together at the farm.I will miss him he was a good man.My prayers and love go out to all the family and friends. God Bless
Brian Magee
July 6, 2012
Dear Abbott family,
We are sorry to hear of Bud's passing. He was a great man. I have the honor of knowing Bud for 14 years and calling him my friend. A great loss, our prayers to all of you. He will be greatly missed.
Martin & Amber Lambert
July 6, 2012
To the Abbott Family,
Bud was a great person and will be missed by many. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time.
Annette Parker
July 4, 2012
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this sad time.
Frances Walker, Ed Walker, Connie Walker Norona and Annette Walker Parker
George and Gail Twine
July 4, 2012
To the Abbott families, We are saddened to hear about Bud. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. With sympathy and love,
Ivy
July 4, 2012
I am so sorry to hear of your sudden loss. This is a good time to draw close to God. I hope you get a chance to view Psamls 55:22. Throw your burden on Jehovah.
Lisa & Eddie Guy
July 4, 2012
To Bud's Family,We are so sorry for your loss. I will always remember Buddy's kindness when my Mom passed away. If our family needed anything, he would have "moved mountains" to see that we got it. I am grateful to him for the unconditional love that he gave our Niece, Louanna, and her family. He will be missed by many.
July 3, 2012
To the Abbott family:
My thoughts and prayers are with each and every one of you. May you find the memories more dear to your hearts.
Cousin Sheila Loso Hooker from Indiana
July 3, 2012
To Bud's Family. Our thought and prayers are with you. So sorry. Kenneth & Rose Talbert
Kendall Pepin
July 3, 2012
Dave & family,
I am very sorry for your loss and I am thinking of you all during this difficult time. Bud was a great person and will be missed by many. Hold all of your memories with him close to your hearts- I hope they can bring you some comfort during this time and the days to come.
Maribeth Mould
July 3, 2012
Sad to learn of Bud's passing, our thoughts and prayers to the family.
From Maribeth Hayward Mould and Alvin and Polly Hayward all of Nampa, Idaho
Pliny Smith
July 3, 2012
Buddy,
It is with great sadness that the Smith family learned of your unexpected loss of life. It only seems like yesterday that we were neighbors in Cabot enjoying all the things kids love to do. Our heart's go out to your immeadiate and extended family. You will always be a part of our lives and live on though our memories.
July 3, 2012
To Bud's family
What a terrible tragedy to lose a man of his caliber. Everyone who knew him considered him to be a fun-loving, kind man. He will be missed.
Norm Rodriguez
Mark/Wendy Bradley
July 3, 2012
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
Linda Potvin
July 3, 2012
To all of the family,
I am so sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Cherrish your memories.
Dale and Sheila Michaud
July 3, 2012
We will truly miss Bud. He was a kind and gentle soul. May you cherish the special memories as family and friends.
Vicky Wheeler
July 3, 2012
Bud will be missed. I remember him and his family well and he always had a smile for everyone.
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