Judith N. Abbott, 77, beloved wife of Herman and beloved matriarch of the Ross Corner Fire Department, died July 16, 2016 at the Greenwood Center in Sanford.
Judy was born on March 26, 1939 in Madison, Wisconsin a daughter of Mae Kerswick and grew up with a brother, Ted and two sisters, Joyce and Joanne. She was a graduate of West High School in Madison and soon found herself teaching dance classes with the Arthur Murray Dance School. With her warm smile and being light on her feet, she kept the couples reeling with waltzes, the tango and of course the jitterbug! With Judy’s first marriage, she moved to Louisville, Kentucky and worked in a Chrysler Dealership doing warranty and recall work.
Upon moving to Maine, Judy met and fell in love with Herman Abbott. They made their home near Ross Corner and gave generously of their time and talents to building the Ross Corner Fire Station. With Judy’s big heart, she would put together sandwiches, hot coffee and water for the firemen when they were out fighting a fire. Usually it was Judy’s face you’d see upon returning to the station late at night. Judy was a dedicated and hard worker who was employed at Emery-Waterhouse and the Federal Government Credit Union in Portland.
Judy was a natural caregiver and was known to help her neighbors and friends. She was a talented ceramics painter whose lighthouses have become cherished gifts of family and friends. Judy was a gifted cook and her home was a warm and welcoming place. Of course, Judy had the joy and companionship of many faithful dogs through-out the years. She liked doing home projects and growing vegetables in her garden. It goes without question, “Ross Corner has lost one of its finest.” Judy will never be forgotten by her family and community.
She is lovingly survived by her husband of 35 years, Herman Abbott of Shapleigh and the many neighbors and friends within her community.
Friends and family may call on Sunday, July 24, 2016 from 6 – 8 p.m. at the Autumn Green Funeral Home, 47 Oak St., in Alfred. A Funeral Service will be held on Monday, July 25th at 10:00 a.m. at the Alfred Parish Church 12 Kennebunk Rd., in Alfred. Immediately following the service, you are invited to a reception next door in the parish hall. Committal prayers and burial will be at the Abbott Family Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made in Judy’s name to the Ross Corner Fire & Rescue, 1787 Gore Rd., Shapleigh, ME 04073.
The Autumn Green Funeral Home is respectfully handling arrangements.
Judy was born on March 26, 1939 in Madison, Wisconsin a daughter of Mae Kerswick and grew up with a brother, Ted and two sisters, Joyce and Joanne. She was a graduate of West High School in Madison and soon found herself teaching dance classes with the Arthur Murray Dance School. With her warm smile and being light on her feet, she kept the couples reeling with waltzes, the tango and of course the jitterbug! With Judy’s first marriage, she moved to Louisville, Kentucky and worked in a Chrysler Dealership doing warranty and recall work.
Upon moving to Maine, Judy met and fell in love with Herman Abbott. They made their home near Ross Corner and gave generously of their time and talents to building the Ross Corner Fire Station. With Judy’s big heart, she would put together sandwiches, hot coffee and water for the firemen when they were out fighting a fire. Usually it was Judy’s face you’d see upon returning to the station late at night. Judy was a dedicated and hard worker who was employed at Emery-Waterhouse and the Federal Government Credit Union in Portland.
Judy was a natural caregiver and was known to help her neighbors and friends. She was a talented ceramics painter whose lighthouses have become cherished gifts of family and friends. Judy was a gifted cook and her home was a warm and welcoming place. Of course, Judy had the joy and companionship of many faithful dogs through-out the years. She liked doing home projects and growing vegetables in her garden. It goes without question, “Ross Corner has lost one of its finest.” Judy will never be forgotten by her family and community.
She is lovingly survived by her husband of 35 years, Herman Abbott of Shapleigh and the many neighbors and friends within her community.
Friends and family may call on Sunday, July 24, 2016 from 6 – 8 p.m. at the Autumn Green Funeral Home, 47 Oak St., in Alfred. A Funeral Service will be held on Monday, July 25th at 10:00 a.m. at the Alfred Parish Church 12 Kennebunk Rd., in Alfred. Immediately following the service, you are invited to a reception next door in the parish hall. Committal prayers and burial will be at the Abbott Family Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made in Judy’s name to the Ross Corner Fire & Rescue, 1787 Gore Rd., Shapleigh, ME 04073.
The Autumn Green Funeral Home is respectfully handling arrangements.
Judith N. Abbott, 77, beloved wife of Herman and beloved matriarch of the Ross Corner Fire Department, died July 16, 2016 at the Greenwood Center in Sanford.
Judy was born on March 26, 1939 in Madison, Wisconsin a daughter of Mae Kerswick and grew up with a brother, Ted and two sisters, Joyce and Joanne. She was a graduate of West High School in Madison and soon found herself teaching dance classes with the Arthur Murray Dance School. With her warm smile and being light on her feet, she kept the couples reeling with waltzes, the tango and of course the jitterbug! With Judy’s first marriage, she moved to Louisville, Kentucky and worked in a Chrysler Dealership doing warranty and recall work.
Upon moving to Maine, Judy met and fell in love with Herman Abbott. They made their home near Ross Corner and gave generously of their time and talents to building the Ross Corner Fire Station. With Judy’s big heart, she would put together sandwiches, hot coffee and water for the firemen when they were out fighting a fire. Usually it was Judy’s face you’d see upon returning to the station late at night. Judy was a dedicated and hard worker who was employed at Emery-Waterhouse and the Federal Government Credit Union in Portland.
Judy was a natural caregiver and was known to help her neighbors and friends. She was a talented ceramics painter whose lighthouses have become cherished gifts of family and friends. Judy was a gifted cook and her home was a warm and welcoming place. Of course, Judy had the joy and companionship of many faithful dogs through-out the years. She liked doing home projects and growing vegetables in her garden. It goes without question, “Ross Corner has lost one of its finest.” Judy will never be forgotten by her family and community.
She is lovingly survived by her husband of 35 years, Herman Abbott of Shapleigh and the many neighbors and friends within her community.
Friends and family may call on Sunday, July 24, 2016 from 6 – 8 p.m. at the Autumn Green Funeral Home, 47 Oak St., in Alfred. A Funeral Service will be held on Monday, July 25th at 10:00 a.m. at the Alfred Parish Church 12 Kennebunk Rd., in Alfred. Immediately following the service, you are invited to a reception next door in the parish hall. Committal prayers and burial will be at the Abbott Family Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made in Judy’s name to the Ross Corner Fire & Rescue, 1787 Gore Rd., Shapleigh, ME 04073.
The Autumn Green Funeral Home is respectfully handling arrangements.
Judy was born on March 26, 1939 in Madison, Wisconsin a daughter of Mae Kerswick and grew up with a brother, Ted and two sisters, Joyce and Joanne. She was a graduate of West High School in Madison and soon found herself teaching dance classes with the Arthur Murray Dance School. With her warm smile and being light on her feet, she kept the couples reeling with waltzes, the tango and of course the jitterbug! With Judy’s first marriage, she moved to Louisville, Kentucky and worked in a Chrysler Dealership doing warranty and recall work.
Upon moving to Maine, Judy met and fell in love with Herman Abbott. They made their home near Ross Corner and gave generously of their time and talents to building the Ross Corner Fire Station. With Judy’s big heart, she would put together sandwiches, hot coffee and water for the firemen when they were out fighting a fire. Usually it was Judy’s face you’d see upon returning to the station late at night. Judy was a dedicated and hard worker who was employed at Emery-Waterhouse and the Federal Government Credit Union in Portland.
Judy was a natural caregiver and was known to help her neighbors and friends. She was a talented ceramics painter whose lighthouses have become cherished gifts of family and friends. Judy was a gifted cook and her home was a warm and welcoming place. Of course, Judy had the joy and companionship of many faithful dogs through-out the years. She liked doing home projects and growing vegetables in her garden. It goes without question, “Ross Corner has lost one of its finest.” Judy will never be forgotten by her family and community.
She is lovingly survived by her husband of 35 years, Herman Abbott of Shapleigh and the many neighbors and friends within her community.
Friends and family may call on Sunday, July 24, 2016 from 6 – 8 p.m. at the Autumn Green Funeral Home, 47 Oak St., in Alfred. A Funeral Service will be held on Monday, July 25th at 10:00 a.m. at the Alfred Parish Church 12 Kennebunk Rd., in Alfred. Immediately following the service, you are invited to a reception next door in the parish hall. Committal prayers and burial will be at the Abbott Family Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made in Judy’s name to the Ross Corner Fire & Rescue, 1787 Gore Rd., Shapleigh, ME 04073.
The Autumn Green Funeral Home is respectfully handling arrangements.
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