Mr. H.C. "Bud" Abbott

February 24, 1922 - October 16, 2020

Mr. H. C. “Bud” Abbott Retired Business Owner Mr. H. C. “Bud,” Abbott, age 98, passed away Friday, October 16, 2020, in Statesboro, Georgia. He was a loving husband, father, and grandfather. In WWII, he enlisted in the Aviation Cadet Program and was trained as a Reconnaissance pilot flying P-38’s and P-51’s in the Asiatic-Pacific. He received 6 bronze stars in the Pacific Theater and 1 bronze star for the Philippine liberation. After WWII ended, he returned to Savannah, Georgia, and married Virginia Parker. He was called back to active duty for the Korean Conflict where he trained fighter pilots to fly F-80’s for reconnaissance missions in Korea. In 1952, he moved to Statesboro, Georgia, where he owned and operated Statesboro Electric Motor Service until his retirement. He was proud to be a continuous member of the American Legion for 72 years. He was preceded in death by his wife of 66 years, Virginia Abbott. He is survived by his 2 daughters, Carolyn Cox (Charles), Valdosta, Georgia; Susan Abbott, Statesboro, Georgia; and 1 granddaughter, Windy Hodges, Atlanta, Georgia. A private burial will be held Monday, October 19, 2020, at Eastside Cemetery in Statesboro. Memorial contributions may be made to a charity of your choice. Joiner-Anderson Funeral Home of Statesboro, Georgia, was in charge of arrangements.