John Joseph Abbott passed away with his family by his side on May 30, 2018 in Murfreesboro, Tenn. after his yearlong battle with cancer, at the age of 59 years.

John was born in Greenwich, Connecticut on March 11, 1959. He was part owner of Abbott's Amoco Inc. in Old Greenwich, CT until February of 2000. John, his wife, and twin daughters moved to Tennessee in December of 2009. He quickly fell in love with his new state and was happy to call it home. John loved spending time with his family, doing home improvement projects, reading and spending time outdoors. He was a devoted husband and father.

John will be lovingly remembered by his wife of 19 years, Beata Nyul Abbott and daughters, Alex and Jenna Abbott; his former wife, Jean Bingham and children Charles, Darryl and Jacob Abbott. John will also be fondly remembered by his brother, Frank Abbott, and sister-in-law, Mary Kilbane; his half-brother, Thomas Abbott, and sister-in-law, Eleanor Abbott; his half-sister, Susan Gammino; as well as other family and friends.

John was preceded in death by his mother, Dolores Servidio Abbott; his father, John Sherman Abbott; his brothers, James and Jeffrey Abbott; his half-brother, James Abbott; and his adopted brother, William Abbott.

At his request, Mr. Abbott's body will be cremated and there will be no public visitation or service.