Donald Bee Abbott, 88, of Noblesville, passed away on Saturday, March 8, 2014 at Riverview Hospital in Noblesville. He was born on March 24, 1925 to Leslie and Alice (Bullock) Abbott in Indianapolis, Indiana.
Donald worked in automotive industry, and also served his country in the United States Army during WWII, then went on to serve in the United States Air Force. He once attended Noblesville Nazarene Church, was a member of the American Legion, and the Noblesville VFW. He enjoyed racing, polishing rocks, fishing, camping, and anything outdoors.
He is survived by his grandson, Jay (Erin) Portman; great-grandson, Jay Michael Portman II; brother, Harold Abbott; several nieces and nephews.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Mildred (Sells) Abbott; daughter, Patricia Ann Abbott; brother, Carl V. Abbott; sister, Wanda Mae Johnson; and great-grandson, Isaiah Portman.
Services will be held at 11:00 am on Wednesday, March 12, 2014, at Randall & Roberts Funeral Center, 1685 Westfield Road, in Noblesville. Visitation will be Tuesday, March 11, 2014 from 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm at the funeral home. Burial will be at Crownland Cemetery.
Memorial contributions may be made to American Legion Post 45 1094 Conner Street Noblesville, IN 46060 or Noblesville VFW Post #6246 654 S. 9th Street Noblesville, IN 46060.