Henry W. Abbott, Jr.

Henry W Abbott,Jr , 85 a resident of Londonderry,passed away peacefully in his home with his children by his side on November 29,2024. Henry was born in Landgrove VT 0n September 28 1939 the son of Henry W Abbott and Ella M Beers. He attended school in S. Londonderry and graduated from Chester High School in 1957. Henry owned and operated Londonderry Auto Service and Auto Body for 32 years,he was fortunate enough to earn early retirement at 55 and has been enjoying life since then. He was an avid golfer and bowler and was inducted into the VT State Bowling Hall of Fame in 1996.He was a former member of the Elks and Eagles organizations and loved to hunt in his earlier years.Henry is survived by his children,Charles Abbott (Billie Jean) and Susan Brown (David) a brother Nelson Abbott of Londonderry, grandchildren Jessica Perkins, Ryan Abbott, Taylor Baughn, Haley Abbott and Emily Abbott.  He also had 6 great grandchildren. A graveside service will be held at the Landgrove cemetary to be announced in the Spring. If friends desire, memorial gifts in Henrys name can made to the Londonderry Volunteer Rescue Squad, c/o Brewster/Shea Funeral Home P.O Box 885 Manchester Center, VT 05255