It is always difficult saying goodbye to someone we love and cherish. Family and friends must say goodbye to their beloved George Howard Abel of Northport, Alabama, born in Cordova, Alabama, who passed away at the age of 91, on April 12, 2024. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of George Howard Abel to show support.

He was predeceased by : his parents, Hugh Abel and Velma Abel; and his siblings, Jean Powell, Carl Abel, Lynn Hugh "Buddy" Abel, Jimmy Abel and Fred Abel.

He is survived by : his wife Violet Abel; his children, Cynthia Criswell (Jack), Russell Abel (Susan) and Mark Abel (Jane); his sisters, Laura Randolph and Martha Jones; and his grandchildren, Luke Abel (Kalee), Caleb Abel, Zachary Abel (Michelle), Jacob Abel (Anna), Cara Criswell and Schaeffer Criswell. He is also survived by six great-grandchildren.

Visitation was held on Wednesday, April 17th 2024 from 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM at the Magnolia Chapel North (4905 AL-69, Northport, AL 35453). A funeral service was held on Wednesday, April 17th 2024 from 1:00 PM to 1:45 PM at the same location. A graveside service was held on Wednesday, April 17th 2024 from 2:00 PM to 2:30 PM at the Memory Hills Gardens Cemetery (2200 Skyland E Blvd, Tuscaloosa, AL 35405).

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Southern Care Hospice, Lakewood Baptist, or Carroll Creek Volunteer Fire Department, or the charity of your choice.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Magnolia Chapel Funeral Homes Mausoleum & Cemetery