Todd Edward Abel
May 28, 1968 - November 05, 2008
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Todd Edward Abel
May 28, 1968 - November 05, 2008
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Todd Edward Abel
May 28, 1968-November 5, 2008
With sadness and regret we are announcing the death of our beloved Todd Abel. Todd died unexpectedly Wednesday night November 5, 2008.
Todd was born in Pomona, California May 28, 1968. He attended high schools in Laguna Hills, and Walnut Creek, California. Todd was an outstanding athlete with major interests in Football, Track, Baseball and Surfing. He graduated from Las Lomas High School in 1986, and continued his education at San Diego State University where he majored in Political Science and was a member of the Sigma Chi Brotherhood.
Todd married the love of his life, Teresa Barnes in 1993 and welcomed a baby girl Madison Marie in 1995. Four years later, the Abel family grew with the addition of his son, Cooper Wilson. Todd longed for a third child; his prayers were answered with the birth of Elise Kathryn in 2003.
Todd chose to dedicate his life to the service of others when he became a volunteer firefighter for Station 24 in Mission Viejo in 1987. Todd’s career path in the fire service led him to Los Alamitos Joint Forces Training Base Fire Department where he was promoted through the ranks to the position of Fire Captain. Todd was loved and respected by his brothers in the fire service for his hard work, dedication, humor and kind spirit.
Todd took pride in the fact that he dedicated so much of his time to coaching his children and nephew in little league baseball, and soccer. Todd also enjoyed and valued his time with his father/daughter activities in Indian Princesses. His true passion was the ocean. Todd cherished time surfing with his children and spending long days at the beach. Todd’s spirit of kindness was ever present in everyone he touched. His heart was as big as the sea, may he enjoy beautiful sunsets in Heaven.
Todd is survived by many who loved him including: his wife Teresa; and children, Madison, Cooper, and Elise. Todd also leaves behind his mother Diane Milano; brother John Abel; sister Kathy Foell; nieces, Christine and Bailey; and nephews, Bryan, Blake and Tucker. Todd will be missed by all who knew him, served with him, and loved him.
Services will be held to celebrate his life at 10:00 a.m. on Thursday, November 13th, 2008 at St. Edwards Catholic Church in Dana Point. Reception immediately following ceremony.
In lieu of flowers there has been an account set up for the children of Todd Abel; those who wish to give are asked to contact:
The Los Alamitos Fire Fighter Association 562 795-2144 or 562 795-2142
O’Connor Mortuary, 949 581-4300
www.oconnormortuary.com
6 responses to Todd Edward Abel
Daniel and Nancy Bracamonte says:
November 10, 2008
I am so sorry for your loss Teresa.
Please know that we are praying for you, the kids, and Todd’s family daily.
God Bless you all.
With Love,
Nancy and Daniel Taubert Bracamonte
Kurt and Lisa Larsen says:
November 11, 2008
Dear Abel Family,
Words cannot express our deep sadness over the loss of Todd. We have such fond memories of years past when we were all young adults struggling to find our way in this world. Although the passage of time and the commitments of life have separated us, please know that we grieve and mourn the loss of Todd with you.
We also celebrate his life and the imprint he has left on our hearts.
Love,
Kurt and Lisa Larsen
Braden, Brent and Blake
julie says:
November 17, 2008
I am so sorry for your loss. I am a friend of Todd’s sister Kathy. I met Todd a few times. He seemed to be a really sweet person and a wonderful father. I just wanted to say how sad I am, for your family. Julie
SGT Todd Perez says:
March 14, 2009
Capt Abel was an invaluable figure to the United States Army Reserve Firefighters. I just found out today and am deeply saddened. We owe everything we have, and that we are to his leadership in caring for men he wasn’t even responsible for. He was a mentor and a good man, I’m sure he was even more so than that to his family. The world needs more people like him!!! Our deepest condolences go out to his Family and Friends.
Jane E. Lafferty says:
April 13, 2009
Our thoughts and prayers are with the entire Abel family. I just found out last night about the death of Todd and am sorry for the loss of a wonderful person. I knew Todd when we were growing up in Pleasanton, Ca. Our fathers were friends from Iowa and we enjoyed many fun family times together. I remember him as a energetic person, full of life!!! He was always in the pool!! Our prayers are also with his children.
Please know that the Allen/Lafferty family is thinking of you.
God Bless,
Jane Allen Lafferty Janie