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Aretha Lynn Abbott

Apr 16, 1969 – Sep 14, 2016

Service Details

Service: 11 am on Friday, September 23, 2016 at St. Paul Missionary Baptist Church, 1123 Center Street

Visitation: Thursday in Draeger-Langendorf Funeral Home 6:00 – 8:00 pm

Friday in St. Paul Baptist Church from 10-11 am

Burial: Graceland Cemetery

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Racine-Aretha Lynn Abbott, 47, was called home on Tuesday, September 13, 2016. Aretha was born April 16, 1969 to Arthur and Deborah (nee: Greer) Abbott.

Aretha graduated from JI Case High School in Racine, WI in 1989 going on to Job Corp where she completed her course in computers. She was employed with Belle Urban Transit for over 20 years, until her death on September 13, 2016.  Given the name “Minnesota Fat” by her mom, Aretha was very optimistic, fun and loving.  She enjoyed spending time with her family and friends.  She loved shooting pool and was great at it.  She also enjoyed fishing.

Aretha leaves to cherish her memories her parents; Arthur Abbott and Deborah (nee: Greer) Abbott; siblings; James Greer of Minneapolis, MN, Timothy Abbott, Andrew Hamilton, Montrell Greer, Donte’ (Pam) Higginbottom all of Racine, and James (NaTashia) Billups of Rockford, IL; one sister, Adrianne Greer of Racine, WI. 4 uncles and  one aunt.  Close friends Sonji Tolliver, Cedric Tolliver and family, and #1 Papa Shep.  Godmother Carrie Jo Pinson of Racine, God children to many to name, but loved, thought of and respected all.  Four God sisters and five God brothers. Eleven nieces;   special niece Kaneesha; six nephews; special nephew Traequan; five great nieces and 3 great nephews.  Aretha had a great deal of adopted aunts, uncles and cousins.

Aretha is preceded in death by grandparents Willie Frank and Levora Abbot, L. Book and Priscilla Greer, Betty (nee: Abbott) White and O’Willie Brandon.

A Homegoing Celebration will be held on Friday, September 23, 2016 at 11:00 a.m. at St. Paul Missionary Baptist Church, 1123 Center Street, with Pastor Melvin Hargrove officiating. Interment will follow at Graceland Cemetery. Visitation will be in the funeral home on Thursday from 6:00 – 8:00 pm and in the church on Friday from 10-11 am.

 

Guestbook Entries

  3. Cindy and Fanny Garner says

    So sorry for the loss of Aretha may she R.I.P our thoughts and prayers are with the family.

  7. Ciante Chones says

    Just saw you the other day driving the bus we had a great conversation and just laughed and talk sad to hear that you are gone R.I.H. cause you were a great person

  8. Jean Johnson and family says

    My sincerest condolences to the family. May God comfort and keep you. Continued prayers for you all,.

  9. Robin feeler says

    GIRL I MISS U SO…. RIPIH MY DEAR REA U WILL BE ALWAYS IN MY HEART …. GOD HAS GAINED AN AWESOME ANGEL….. LUV U MISS U

  16. Tha Golden Family says

    It’s sad your gone i was just talking to u was bus favor bus for a year an a half u going really going to be miss.

  18. Denise Price says

    I would like to extend my deepest condolences to Debbie Abbott and family on the passing of Aretha Abbott may God give the family the strength on such a lost

  19. Adrian Carlos Ortega says

    Gonna miss u my friend.. Cant believe ur gone. My heart is heavy.. R.I.P. baby girl til we meet again??

  21. Minister Flora Walker says

    Aretha will be missed so much by the WALKER family. I pray for Buddy, Debbie and the rest of the family that we allow God to heal our hearts.

  23. Amanda says

    My heart is still breaking i will miss you my dear friend until we meet again play with my mom to stay sharp.

  25. Dorothy Bizzle an family says

    Sending prayers of love an comfort in this time of loss to the Abbott Family R.I.H. Aretha…….

  28. Tina Kern says

    Wishing the family continued strength throughout your grieving moment, keep your head’s up, wear a smile, and reflect on the good times.

  29. Tina Kern says

    Wishing the family continued strength throughout your grieving moment, keep your head’s up, wear a smile and reflect on the good times.

  31. Vondra Crawford Martinez says

    Aretha Abbott Was My First Cousin. She Was Taken Away At An Early Age. But You Can’t Question GOD For The Things He Does. You Were Loved And We Will Miss You On This Earth. My Prayers Goes Out To The Family. Know That She Is In A Better Place.

  32. Mr.& Mrs. Wendell letcher Sr. & family 1321 Freedom Drive , joliet,Ill,60432 says

    We send our Deepest condolences.. prayers going up for the entire family..

  35. Marian Adams says

    Sis i know you’re with the lord and i know you wouldn’t want us crying . were going to do our best to keep the tears down but its going to be hard. You were always full of life and laughter and thats how i want to remember you. Forever in my heart big sis. May u continue to watch over us. I love you.

  38. Evelyn smith says

    You were a light in everyone’s eyes , although I haven’t seen you in years you were a friend in my life ! Rip Aretha you are a angel in the sky my condolences to the Abbott family she will be truly missed ! God bless you all much love ! ??????❤️❤️??????????

  42. Jeanetta Walker-Hamilton says

    My fondest memory of Areatha is her first visit to Kalamazoo MI as a baby, She was so pretty she had a head full of black curly hair, My aunt’s were bathing her, me and Linda was waiting with our arms held out to hold her, She has always been special to me, She grew into a very respectable and caring young woman, Always loving family, She will be missed, Loving you Areatha always, your cousin: Jeanetta Walker-Hamilton

  47. Shadoris johnson says

    Man she was a very sweet women may her soul rest in peace always greeted me with respect and love anytime me and my children get on her she will truly missed tears can’t believe she’s gone

  51. Barbara Sumerall says

    So sorry for you loss Abbott family. Praying for comfort and resolution for all of you. God bless.

  55. Rubynell Walker-Barbee says

    May you fly high and be at rest. May God open his arms and wrap you in his heart. And when you get the chance I hope you dance. Always in my heart
    Your cousin Rubynell Walker-Barbee

  56. Minister Flora Walker says

    To Debbie, Buddy, Timmy and the rest of my family,I can’t be there physically but my heart is hurting her loss also. We were together in November and December. I had no idea it would be my last time. She had a phone full of pictures. . She truly loved her family. I remember them long thick braids when she was a little girl. Gone but never forgotten. I’ll continue to pray over our family that God will give us the comfort we need for such a time as this. Such a sweet and kind person.

  57. Minister Flora Walker says

    To Debbie, Buddy, Timmy and the rest of my family,I can’t be there physically but my heart is hurting her loss also. We were together in November and December. I had no idea it would be my last time. She had a phone full of pictures. . She truly loved her family. I remember them long thick braids when she was a little girl. Gone but never forgotten. I’ll continue to pray over our family that God will give us the comfort we need for such a time as this. Such a sweet and kind person. Your cousin, Floradel Walker

  59. Patricia Patton says

    Rest easy my friend,praying for strenght and comfort to the family during this sorrowful time.❤❤???

  66. Ada Hamilton says

    Ada Hamilton ..You were like family to me…you will always be in my heart..RIP..love you..❤❤

  70. wanda smith says

    ARETHA THANKS FOR ALL OUR TALKS TO HELP ME LEARN WHO MY FAMILY IS.. MY DAUGHTER N KIDS LOVED YOU TOO. GONNA MISS YOU SO MUCH.. LOVE YA CUZ……WANDA

  72. Gwendoyn Grant says

    You were such a wonderful person in side and out!! You will be dearly missed.. Rest on Aretha..

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November 14, 2018

I’d like to thank Brian Langendorf and staff for putting on a great memorial and celebration of life service for my mom. We received great feedback from our family and friends. My dad was especially appreciative on how it went and was very happy with the result. Thank you!!

Thomas M. Christian Jr.

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