George Abbott IV

George was born in Baltimore, Maryland on November 16, 1973 to George Abbott, III and Dawn Abbott (nee Ross). He graduated Howard County High School in 1991. George was a general contractor who has lived in Hanover, MD for over 25 years.

George was a kind, compassionate man who would give anyone the shirt off his back. He was a hard worker and great friend to many, many others. We are truly all blessed to have known and loved such an incredible man.

George was a great father, grandfather, partner, brother, son and friend. No matter what the situation or circumstances, his home life and children were his priority; camping, concert going and overall enjoying life were a close second. He also enjoyed NASCAR racing and always made a weekend out of it; and he was a memorabilia collector. We can’t forget his favorite place, BUC-EE’S, no matter where he was in the USA.

George always loved being outdoors, He was a camping enthusiast who enjoyed cooking and feeding everyone from his hibachi grill, making breakfast, lunch, and dinner for everyone and just overall loving the great outdoors. Halloween was his favorite camping time setting up for all the trick or treaters at the campground and dressing up taking the kids around and decorating the golf carts.

George was a music lover going to fairs and venues all around attending campgrounds and sites during his travels. He enjoyed the simple things like strolls through Christmas lights, trips to New York City, Myrtle Beach, and also his favorites Nashville and Gatlinburg, TN.

George is survived by his daughters Ashleigh Abbott, Judy Abbott, son Derick Abbott, and grandson Kolt’n Purdham; his partner Melissa Barrett, mother Dawn Lawton, sister Christy Marie Stamper, brother-in-law John Stamper, and 2 nieces Julie and Jenna.

He was preceded in death by his father George Abbott, III, also beloved Aunt Judy and his Aunt Lyn.