William C. Abbott, “Bill”, age 77, a resident of Glen Burnie for 40 years, and previously of Pasadena, died on February 1, 2014 at Baltimore Washington Medical Center after a brief illness.

He was born on June 13, 1936, in Baltimore, to the late Mary Theresa and William Samuel Abbott. After graduating from Southern High School, he enlisted in the US Marine Corps, serving during the early 1950’s. He worked for most of his life as a structural steel fabricator. A member of American Legion Post 40, he enjoyed watching old movies and reading his Bible.

Along with his parents, he is preceded in death by his beloved wife of 38 years: Shirley M. Evans; and his brother in law Henry L. Evans.

Bill is survived by his sister Kimberly K. Link, of Glen Burnie; and many other relatives and friends.

Family invites friends to visit at the Gregory J. Gonce Funeral Home, PA, 169 Riviera Drive, Pasadena, on Wednesday from 3 to 5 and 7 to 9 PM. His funeral service will commence at 11 AM on Thursday at the funeral home. Those who wish may contribute to the Hospice of the Chesapeake at www.hospicechesapeake.org. Feel free to express your condolences here as well.