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Alice Abbott Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Apr. 15, 2013.

Alice was born to John and Alice Wilson in Salina, Kansas on March 27, 1955. In 1958, she and her family moved to Phoenix, Arizona where she attended Maryvale High School, Phoenix College, and Glendale Community College. In 1972, Alice joined the police explorers which prepared her for a job as a Phoenix Police Officer. Later, she became a dispatcher for the fire department and a 911 operator for the Arizona Department of Public Safety. Most recently, Alice loved teaching as an instructor for DPS, educating highway patrol officers. She is survived by her husband, Andy, her three children, Adam, Andrew, and Angela, her mother, Alice, her brothers, John and David, and her best friend Tammee. Alice most enjoyed being a mother, taking on roles including soccer coach for 3 years and home room mom. She enjoyed playing the flute, horseback riding, riding her motorcycle, and taking classes to obtain an A.A. in psycology. Alice's family and friends will remember her for spreading joy everywhere she went and letting people know how much she loved and valued them. Memorial Services will be held at 2:00 p.m. Saturday, April 20, 2013 at Chaparral Christian Church at 6451 E. Shea Blvd. Scottsdale, AZ. In lieu of flowers, please feel free to make donations in Alice's name to Hospice of the Valley.

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April 29, 2013

Teri Milazzo

My prayers and thoughts to your family at this time. Alice lived in our neighborhood and went to school with my older sisters. She was the nicest and sweetest person.

April 26, 2013

Diana Pauli-Luttrell

Alice was the girl in HS that I envied. She and her father were very close and I wanted that for myself. She showed me the love of Jesus without me knowing!! I dearly loved her and she never realized what an impact she had had on my life. I was born-again, and now understand her incredible joy and patience. She has a crown in heaven for many people were changed by her love. I neglected her for 20 some years until I got Facebook,she was the first person I tried to find. I thanked her for her inspiration and dedication to Jesus. Ken and I pastor a small church in ne az and will paint a verse on the wall in her memory.

Posted by Diana Pauli-Luttrell

April 25, 2013

Alana L.

Alice didn't really leave us; a part of her lives on in all of us, through all the fond memories. She will stay in our hearts forever. After that, she will feel what we feel. Our Lord has called another Angel home.

April 22, 2013

Kris Bouck

Alice, I regret not knowing you better. The few times I ran into you at work you were always friendly and warm. We will miss you here. Godspeed, my friend.

April 20, 2013

Donna Contreras

My deepest and heartfelt sympathies to Alice's family. I had the great pleasure of working with Alice at DPS and even greater pleasure of calling her my friend. I will ALWAYS remember her kindness and her bright smile. RIP my friend and one day we will meet again.

April 20, 2013

Sanders Family

We met Alice during our vacation out west a few years ago. We will always remember her caring, kind, and generous spirit. Our sympathy to her family and friends.

April 20, 2013

Robert Day, Jr and Famly

Andy, our hearts are filled with sadness for your loss. Hug your children and may God bless you even more.

April 20, 2013

Helen Fokszanskyj-cConti

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

April 20, 2013

Aaron Borders

May God be an ever present help to the family of Alice in this time of bereavement, I trust your hearts soon will be filled with wonderful memories of the times together.

Posted by Aaron Borders

April 19, 2013

Chris Seitz

No more pain and no more sadness, my sweet cousin. Rest with God, and know that you'll always be a bright flame in my heart.
Angela, Andrew and Adam, don't forgot you've still got family back in Kansas. Take comfort from your memories of a wonderful mom.

April 19, 2013

Michele Johnson

My prayers are with you all. Our dear sweet Alice was truly one of the most genuine and sweet individuals I have ever met. Rest now Alice, we will miss you

April 19, 2013

Karen Follis

Dear sweet Alice, I will miss you and have missed you. I so enjoyed working with you at DPS. Your smile and kindness always made me feel really blessed to have you as a friend. May you rest in peace in the arms and the light of the Lord.

April 19, 2013

Dear Adam, Andrew and Angela,
I was sad to read in the Arizona Republic about your mom! I am so sorry that I cannot attend the memorial service due to another commitment. Please know that I will be thinking of you!!! Your mother was an exceptional lady and you three are very special to me also. Sending each of you a big hug.
Your second grade teacher, Carol Zoffka

April 19, 2013

Josie Mangan

I am so sorry to hear about your loss. May you all be blessed with strength and comfort during this time. May you be blessed with thoughts of the good times, great memories, and belief that Alice has just begun moving forward in her new journey -

April 19, 2013

I am so sorry to hear about your loss. May you all be blessed with strength and comfort during this time. May you be blessed with thoughts of the good times, great memories, and belief that Alice has just begun moving forward in her new journey -
Josie

April 18, 2013

Jan Syverson

I had the pleasure of knowing Alice for only a little over a year. Wish it could have been longer. I pray that God will give your family members comfort and strength during this difficult time. It is comforting to know that you are resting in God's huge, loving arms now.

April 18, 2013

Wendy Gipson

My love and prayers are with the family. So sorry to hear of your loss.

April 18, 2013

May the God of comfort be with you at this time.

April 17, 2013

Melanie Veilleux

I will never forget your electric personality and sense of humor. It was truly an honor to call you my friend.

April 17, 2013

Robyn Johnson

It was an honor to know and work with you. You will be missed my friend.

April 17, 2013

david scott

May you rest peacfully until I and all your family and friends join you. Love always, Dave

April 17, 2013

Karen Harrigan

You will always hold a special place in our hearts, Alice. Your family are in our thoughts and prayers. Rest In Peace my friend!
Until we meet again,
Karen

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