Danny Merle Abbott, age 67, of Salem, Wisconsin, passed away February 16th, 2021, in his home after a hard fought battle with cancer. Danny always said “God hates a coward” and he put up one hell of a fight.
Danny was born in Mammoth, Illinois on October 28th, 1953, but spent most of his childhood in Colorado. Danny moved with his family in his late teens to Round Lake, Illinois where he met the love of his life, Regina (Jeannie). Danny joined the U.S. military in 1969 when he was 17 and did a 3 year tour in Germany. Danny and Jeannie married on January 4th, 1971, and had 3 children: Lloyd (Henry), Mandy, and Robert (Bobby). Danny and his brother-in-law, Michael Myers, started an electronic business out of a garage that they turned into a prosperous business over the years. The success that Bristol Electronics had made it possible for Danny to retire at a young age. In his free time he loved flying, playing the banjo, and spending time with family and friends. Danny also enjoyed his many trips to his Florida home, as well as renovating the barn and property that him and Jeannie lived on in Salem, Wisconsin.
Danny is survived by his wife Jeannie; children Henry Abbott, Mandy Trapp, Bobby Abbott; sister Cindy Schmidt (Donnie); brothers Bobby Abbott (Sharon), Joe Abbott (Kathy), Rick Farris (Mary); grandchildren Corah (Abbott) Schopp (KJ), Samuel Abbott, Calvin Abbott, Elijah Trapp, Stella Trapp, Tyler Abbott, Trey Abbott; and great-grandson Ragnah Schopp. Danny is proceeded in death by his parents Robert and Arlene Abbott. Danny has been cremated and did not wish to have a service of any kind. A foundation is being established in Danny’s name in the future. Please reach out to any family members for more information in the coming months.
