February 16, 2021
Richard B. Abbott, 71 of Fulton passed away unexpectedly Tuesday, February 16, 2021, at Oswego Hospital. Mr. Abbott was born in Buffalo, the son of the late Wesley and Marion (Beaumont) Abbott. He has been a resident of Fulton since 1972. Mr. Abbott retired in 2004 as the Vice President of Engineering at the Nuclear Power Station at Nine Mile Point I and II working for Niagara Mohawk and then Constellation. He earned his bachelor’s degree from Clarkson College of Technology in 1971. Mr. Abbott was a former Board Chairman of A. L. Lee Memorial Hospital in Fulton. He was a member of Holy Trinity Golden Agers.
He was a loving husband, father, and grandfather, and leaves behind his wife of 48 years Barbara Abbott of Fulton, their children Karen (Lewis LaClair) Abbott of Scriba; Diane (Matt) McCormick of Syracuse; Michael Abbott of Fulton; Carol (Keith) Lopez of Albany; four grandchildren Justin (Jess), Dominic, Geena, and Emily.
In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by his brothers David and James Abbott.
Funeral services will be conducted Monday at 11:00 AM in Our Lady of Perpetual Help Church, Minetto, where a Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated.
Spring burial will be in St. Mary’s Cemetery.
Calling hours will be Sunday from 1:00 to 3:00 PM at the Sugar Funeral Home Inc., 224 W. 2nd. St. S., Fulton.
NYS social distancing mandate and face mask will be required.
In lieu of flowers please donate in Rick’s name to the Food Bank of Central New York, 7066 Interstate Island Rd, Syracuse, NY 13209-9712.
To the Abbott Family,
A few fond memories because he was my brother-in-law…weddings in Upstate NY, breakfast at the Officer’s Club in Warner Robins, Deal family reunions in NJ.
With deepest sympathy.
Trish
I’ll never forget the first time meeting the Fockers. We were all a little nervous not knowing what to expect. We’ve had so many good times since that day! We’ll sure miss Rick. Our most sincere condolences to all of you, on behalf of the McCormick family.
Prayers and condolences from the Campolieta family. A terrific loss for the community. He will be missed.
Please accept the most heartfelt sympathies of Le Moyne College. We hope the love and memories you will forever hold in your heart bring you peace and comfort during this difficult time.
Few in the world leave a lasting impression on ones life, and Abbott was certainly one that wil be with me for ever. Always even keel, gentle but with strong convictions, he was always there to offer help.
He had a profound influence on my working carrier in Niagagara Mohawk.
Sinna Murugiah
So sorry to hear of this! Rick (Ricky) was a childhood friend and we all grew up together on Robbins Lane. We spent many hours with him and his brothers . My brother, Bill (Billy) Persak was so sorry to hear of his passing. Deepest condolences to all of his friends and family.
So sorry for the familys loss,we enjoyed seeing Mr Abbott at the basketball games for Fulton,always said hello to us with a smile
I was somewhat shocked when I was told that Rick had passed away. We were brought together through Bill Connors. He joined our golf group several years ago and he added much to the group and to me. He and I thought alike and I enjoyed his letters to the editor.
My thoughts and prayers are for the family
He will me missed
God Bless
Abbott family;
I am very sorry to hear that Rick passed away.My deepest condolences.