Gilbert Abbington, Jr

Gilbert Russell “June” Abbington, Jr. was born August 11, 1970; He departed life unexpectedly at the tender age of 47 on June 15, 2018.

June is preceded in death by his parents, Gilbert Sr. and Willa Abbington.

Gilbert, affectionately known as June or Junior was known to be cool, calm and collected. He was an avid lover of rap music. He also inspired to become a rapper one day. His passion for music led him to become a self-taught DJ. He played music for all of his family and friends’ events. He loved to fish and found solace in doing so.

June was employed as a School Bus Driver for 11 years at Columbus City Schools. He loved his summers off; this gave him more time to fish.

June was a Great and Loving Husband, Stepdad, Brother, Son, Uncle, Nephew, Cousin, God-Father and Friend. HE WILL BE GREATLY MISSED.

June leaves to cherish his memory, his loving wife, Marva; stepdaughter, Micah Bailey; sister, Charmell (John) Abbington; brother, Tyron (LaVonna) Abbington; uncle, Rickey Abbington; aunt, Rennetta Ridley; God-daughter, Ja’Myia Lacey; nieces, Charrelle Jackson, Seritha Abbington, Aleana Abbington , Nykilah Shepard, and Markilah Perry; nephews, Daryl Abbington, Darrell Jackson, Gilbert Abbington, and Marquis Perry; special cousin, Tiffany Ridley; and a host of great nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

June will be sorely missed by everyone that had the pleasure and privilege of knowing him. His memory will be cherished forever.

Visitation 11:00am and Funeral 12:00pm Friday, June 22, 2018 at MARLAN J. GARY FUNERAL HOME, THE CHAPEL OF PEACE EAST, 5456 E. Livingston Ave.

Interment at Union Cemetery.