Frank Lynn Abelseth
June 12, 1940 - October 25, 2018
Frank Lynn Abelseth, age 78, of Bristol, TN passed away Thursday, October 25, 2018 in Wellmont Bristol Regional Hospital. Along with his parents, Thomas E. and Ramie Foster Abelseth he was preceded in death by his sister, Margaret Abelseth. Frank was a mechanic by trade. He loved to work on cars and worked for several dealerships in Bristol and South Carolina. He was self-employed having his own shop in Holston Valley. He was of the Baptist Faith. He is survived by his son, Jeffrey w. Abelseth; grandchildren, Jacob Abelseth and wife, Caitlin, Elizabeth Abelseth and Katie Abelseth; three great-grandchildren; sisters, Louise Mays, Mary Henninger, Ruth Jackson, Faye Cook; brothers, Fred Abelseth and wife, Frances, Andy Abelseth and wife, Helen, Sam Abelseth and wife, Rose; special friend, Regina Maye. The funeral service will be conducted at 3:00 P.M., Sunday, October 28, 2018 in Akard Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Jim Smith officiating. The family will receive friends 2:00 – 3:00 P.M. prior to the service. Condolences may be sent to the family at akardfuneralhome.com Akard Funeral Home, 1912 West State St., Bristol, TN (423) 989-4800 is serving the family of Mr. Abelseth.
Frank Lynn Abelseth, age 78, of Bristol, TN passed away Thursday, October 25, 2018 in Wellmont Bristol Regional Hospital. Along with his parents, Thomas E. and Ramie Foster Abelseth he was preceded in death by his sister, Margaret Abelseth. Frank... View Obituary & Service Information