Stephen Craven Abbott

In his youth, Steve enjoyed playing baseball and was named the Little League Home Run King with 15 home runs in 1957. He attended West High School and developed his love for music, singing, and dancing earned him a regular spot on the local TV show, Utah Bandstand. In 1959, he was awarded the Most Promising Dancer of the Year on the show. He cherished the memories and friendships he made during that time, despite his time on the show being cut short by an accidental gunshot injury at age 15. However, this tragic event led him to meet his sweetheart, Bobbie, in his later teens.

Steve married Barbara Ann Brackett on February 27, 1965, in Salt Lake City, Utah. Their marriage was later solemnized in the Salt Lake LDS Temple. Together, they had two beautiful children, Michelle “Ikie” and Mark Abbott. Steve had a strong work ethic and worked multiple jobs to provide for his family. He worked at Security Title, later First American Title, for 41 years and Eckardt and Company for 45 years. Anything Steve did, he did with pride and wholehearted dedication.

Steve enjoyed spending time outdoors, whether sitting on the patio, attending barbeques or camping with his family at Cherry Hills and other nearby favorite spots. He was a big Utah Utes football fan and loved attending games and watching them on TV. He loved playing cards and spending time with his family and friends. He was always there for his family, especially during special occasions. Steve shared his love for music by singing to anyone who would listen. He also enjoyed dancing with his wife at social gatherings, record hops that he would DJ or in their living room. Steve will always be remembered for his sense of humor and infectious laugh, always having a joke or story to tell. We will always remember your smile and your laugh!

Steve is survived by his grandchildren, Anthony Martinez (Connie), Nicole Martinez, Meranda Martinez, Patrick Martinez (Amy), Hannah Upwall (Tim); son, Robert Upwall; brother, Frank Lynn Abbott (Carolyn); and great-grandchildren, Andrea, Brija, Arya, Aiden, Kalen, and many nieces and nephews. He is preceded in death by his wife, Bobbie Brackett Abbott; daughter, Michelle “Ikie” Martinez; son, Mark Abbott; father, Frank Abbott; mother, Alice Craven Abbott Wilkinson; son-in-law, Victor Martinez; brothers, Jesse J.C. Salisbury and Brent Abbott; and sister, Nadine Cooper.

The family would like to thank the staff and residents of Monument Healthcare Bountiful Care Center for all the love and care they showed Steve in his final years.

Services will be held on Monday, February 10, 2025, at 12:00 noon at the Edison LDS Ward Chapel, 1401 W. 700 S. Family and friends may call on Sunday, February 9, 2025, from 6:00-8:00 p.m. at the Edison Ward Chapel.

Interment will be at Redwood Memorial Estates.