Richard Somers Abbott, Sr., 59, entered into eternal rest on December 8, 2012 and joined his parents: Lyman F. & Barbara D. Abbott; brother, Charles D. Abbott. His memories will forever be cherished by his loving wife of 32 years, Karen S. Abbott; children: Richard S. Abbott, Jr. & wife Sarah, Daniel C. Abbott, Sarah M. Abbott, Nathan S. Abbott; sister, Susan F. Abbott; brothers: Stephen E. Abbott & wife Emily, Jeffrey F. Abbott & wife Vivian, Lyman F. Abbott, Jr. & wife Vicki. Funeral services were held at 10AM on Wednesday, December 12th at Brookside Funeral Home in Houston, TX.