Paul Lynn Abbott, 84, of Farmington, passed away peacefully, surrounded by family Monday, Aug. 7, 2017, in Farmington. He was born Oct. 21, 1932, in Smackover, Ark. to Bertha Mae Zylks and John Paul Abbott.
Lynn lived in Arkansas, Louisiana and Texas before moving to Farmington in 1951. He met his wife, Verla the year he moved to Farmington. They were married in the Mesa Arizona Temple on Feb. 1, 1952. He worked with his father-in-law, William Tanner, building houses. He also worked for Shell Oil Company, Construction Supply, Stradling Construction, and then taught carpentry at San Juan College for twenty years where he retired in 1999. He was a hard worker and skilled construction worker. He taught his skills to many students over the years.
Lynn held numerous church callings in the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. He loved the gospel and served his callings with devotion. He visited many of the temples with Verla wherever they traveled. He loved baseball and coached both of his sons for several years. He also was a staunch Dallas Cowboy fan. He rarely missed watching a game until he could no longer see. He enjoyed watching all sports. He touched the lives of all of those he came in contact with, including those who cared for him the last several years. A special thanks to the Life Care Center staff, especially the nurses and CNA's who took special care of our husband/dad. He had the best sense of humor and always made those around him laugh. He was the best Husband, Father, Grandfather, and Great-Grandfather. He is greatly loved and will be missed by all.
Lynn was preceded in death by his mother, father, step-father and one grandchild. He is survived by his wife, Verla Abbott; daughter, Verlynn Smith; son, Bob (Lynne) Abbott, Ray (Dorothy) Abbott, Lynda Gammon, Shelly Abbott, and Patti (Glen) Elliott; as well as 17 grandchildren and 29 great grandchildren. He is also survived by his sister, Sue Brackman; and his brother, Ralph (Kathy) Abbott.
A viewing for Paul will be from 6 to 8 p.m. Friday, Aug. 11 at Brewer, Lee and Larkin Funeral Home, 103 E. Ute St. in Farmington. A funeral service for Paul will be at 10 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 12 at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 400 W. Apache St. in Farmington with burial to follow at Greenlawn Cemetery, 1606 N. Dustin Ave. in Farmington.
Paul's care is entrusted to Brewer, Lee and Larkin Funeral Home, 103 E. Ute St. in Farmington, 505-325-8688. Those who wish to express their condolences may do so at www.serenityandcompany.com.
Published in Farmington Daily Times from Aug. 9 to Aug. 18, 2017