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James Roland Abbett
Date Of Birth:January 18, 1937
Date Of Death:December 14, 2011
Service Date:VISITATION
Friday, December 16, 2011
5:00 pm until 7:00 pm
Prattville Memorial Chapel
SERVICE
Saturday, December 17, 2011
11:00 am
Prattville Memorial Chapel

JAMES ROLAND ABBETT

ABBETT, James Roland, 74, a resident of Prattville, Alabama, died peacefully on December 14, 2011. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, December 17, 2011 at 11:00 a.m. from the Chapel of Prattville Memorial with Tom Taylor officiating, with Prattville Memorial Chapel directing. Mr. Abbett was an avid hunter, golfer, fisherman, and bowler. He served his country in the United States Air Force for nine years. Mr. Abbett was a member and past master of the Masonic Lodge 89 inPrattville. He was a member of the National Association of Postal Supervisors for many years. He was well known in the community as being Santa over the years at the Montgomery Zoo. Mr. Abbett was preceded in death by his parents, Vance and Clessie; and one brother, William B. Abbett. He is survived by his loving wife of 51 years, Linda Abbett; three daughters and sons-in-law, Delores and Perry Payne, Dianne and Chris Hughes, and Denise Abbett; one son and daughter-in-law, James and Robbie Abbett; five grandchildren, Michelle Yeargan, Lauren (Brandon) Johnson, Stephanie Abbett, Bobby Yeargan, and Rachel Abbett; one great-grandchild, Rebekah Johnson; two brothers, Alvin (Marsha) Abbett, and Nick (Grace) Abbett; and numerous other extended family members and friends.  The family will receive friends at Prattville Memorial on Friday evening from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m.

To send an online condolence, please visit www.prattvillememorial.com.


  • From: Amy Earley
    Location:Prattville, AL

    We want you to know that our Prayers are with you and your family. Steve and Amy Earley


  • From: Mike and Lisa Miller
    Location:Prattville, AL

    Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.


  • From: Joanie & Pete Ross
    Location:Wetumpka, Alabama

    Jim - Pete and I are so sorry to hear about the loss of your Dad. I didn't know him but from reading I see what a great legacy he is leaving. Please accept our condolences.


  • From: Bill Powell
    Location:Montgomery

    Linda, you have my sincere condolences. Jim leaves behind a caring and loving family and a host of friends and I am sure you and your children will draw strength from both. You will be in our thoughts and prayers.


  • From: Linda Diane Haden
    Location:Dothan Al

    Linda, Daughter Dianne, and Abbett Family: Dianne and Chris's family in Dothan will cherish the times we spent with you and your loving husband and father. He was truly a special man. Our thoughts, love and prayers are with you all. Our deepest sympathy to each one of you.


  • From: Jim Melton
    Location:Montgomery

    To Denise: You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. May the love of Christ comfort you.


  • From: Robert Walls
    Location:Hackneyville

    Linda and Family, please accept my sincere condolences in your loss of Roland. I know you will greatly miss him. May the Lord bless you in the coming times.


  • From: Terrell Haggerty
    Location:Jackson's Gap Alabama

    We are so sorry to hear about Roland's passing. We will keep you in our prayers. I know that the Haggerty family will be thinking about you this holiday season. Love you all! Terrell & Stacy Haggerty


  • From: Ronald and Gail Justsen

    Our sincere condolences to the entire family from us. I pray that you will have strength from the Lord to carry all of you through this very difficult time. All of you are in my prayers.


  • From: Ronald and Gail Justsen
    Location:Brattvåg Norway

    Our sincere condolences to the entire family from us. I pray that you will have strength from the Lord to carry all of you through this very difficult time. All of you are in my prayers.


  • From: Linda Shires
    Location:Montgmery, Alabama

    Words cannot express the true sadness for everyone with Jim’s passing. Jim was a multi-talented man with many facets that endeared him to everyone. He was my friend, and his loss breaks my heart for his family and friends. Linda, let me know if I can ever do anything for you. God Bless You All during this very sad time.


  • From: Enoch Alexander
    Location:Montgomery

    Linda and Family sadden to hear of the lose of Jim. Our sincere condolences and our prayers of strength,comfort and peace are for you and your family.


  • From: Dewey & Miriam Best
    Location:Montgomery, AL

    Linda and Family, Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time. If we can do anything for you, please call us.


  • From: Pam Smith
    Location:millbrook

    I am so sorry for your familie's loss. I was the photographer for him at the zoo when he did Santa, He was always my favorite. He will always be remembered by His friends at the zoo. My thoughts and prayers go out to you and the rest of your family at this time.


  • From: Scott and Lorna  Allen
    Location:Santa Rosa Beach, FL

    Linda and Jimmy and family, please know we have Jim and you in our thoughts and prayers. We will dearly miss Jim as he was a special friend to us and many others. Please accept our deepest condolences.


  • From: Pat F. patricia83@charter.net

    Dear Family, I am so very sorry about the loss of your dear loved one. May the thought at Job 33:25 give you comfort in knowing that Mr. Abbett will return to the days of his youth and be able to enjoy life without the infirmities of old age. My sincere condolences to you.