Leonard Eugene Abbott was born October 2, 1961 in Hoopa and passed away peacefully in his sleep on December 27, 2025, under the care of Hospice of Humboldt in Fortuna.

Thanks to Hospice of Humboldt, Lenny’s final days were spent comfortably in a warm bed with a belly full of food. In Lenny’s younger years he was an avid sportsman. He enjoyed a variety of different sports including playing softball, boxing, basketball and volleyball. He was a tough opponent on any court.

Lenny had an unconditional love for animals. He and his dog, Dogwood, could be found walking around downtown Hoopa or even riding on Lenny’s dirtbike together through town. Lenny made sure that Dogwood was always well loved and had plenty to eat. Lenny was great at fixing small engines, and he was always willing to lend a helping hand. He loved to work with his hands and be creative. He made flower planters out of old tires and he always had a carving or two made from rock or wood that he would give to his loved ones.

Leonard was preceded in death by his mother, Madolin Keller; grandparents Casey and Hazel Keller, George and Mae Abbott; siblings Leslie Abbott, Steven Abbott, Robert Robbins, Richard Robbins and Harold Blaine Marshall; nieces and nephew Tracy Melendy O’Rourke, Thomas O’Rourke Jr., Lacey Mae Jackson.

Leonard is survived by his father, George Wally Abbott; children Keith and Ashley Abbott; grandchildren Kenzi Watson, Allister Abbott, Emori Abbott, Aunt Shirley Keller Cushman; siblings Carol Abbott Hutton and Stacey Abbott Bubs Jackson; nieces and nephews Erika Hostler, Loren Hostler (Alisha), Michelle Melendy, (Glen Jones), Aimee Melendy, (Neil Moon) and James Melendy, Gerald Moon, Jr. (Shawnday), Madolin O’Rourke, Gino O’Rourke; and numerous great-nieces, great-nephews and cousins.

Celebration of life services to be held at the Hoopa Trading Post on January 24, 2026, 11:30-2 p.m. Please bring your favorite dish and some memories you would like to share.