Richard Louis Abel, born January 30, 1950, passed away at his home on February 11, 2013. He is survived by his brother Lloyd, 2 daughters Heather Abel and Heidi Martin and their mother Carol Tessier; his grandson Mason Richard Martin, his companion Helen Benzinger and her sons David, Tim and Adam Zebrowski; and his grandson Cameron Michael Zebrowski. He enjoyed walking the dogs with Heidi, making Abel vineyard wine, fishing and loved playing with his grandsons. He is also survived by many relatives and friends ( canine and felines as well). There will be no calling hours or services at his request. In lieu of flowers, his family suggests memorial donations in his memory to Best Friends Animal Sanctuary 5001 Angel Canyon Rd. Kanab, UT. 84741, or visit
www.bestfriends.org
. We will miss you daddy. For an online memorial guestbook, please visit
www.potterfuneralhome.com
.