Layton Michael David Abbott, 21, of Ft. Bragg, North Carolina, passed away on September 10, 2022.
Layton was born on February 13, 2001, in Indianapolis, Indiana, the son of Michael Abbott Jr. and Gabriel Leeann (Hobbs) Abbott. Layton attended Calvary Baptist Church in Brazil, IN and enjoyed going to youth group. At the age of 5, he asked Jesus to come into his heart. He grew up in Brazil, IN and graduated from Northview High School with the class of 2019. Following high school, he enlisted in the United States Army where he has served for the past 3 years.
Layton joined the United States Army June 6th, 2019, and attended Basic Combat Training at Fort Leonard Wood, MO. After accomplishing his first goal of graduating Basic Combat Training he proceeded to Fort Huachuca, AZ for Advanced Individual Training to gain the knowledge needed to become a qualified Unmanned Aircraft Systems Maintainer (15E) specializing in the Shadow RQ-7B V2 system. Here he would set himself above his peers by earning the title of Distinguished Honor Grad, an honor not lightly given. Following the completion of all required training in January 2020 SPC Abbott was assigned to Fort Bragg, North Carolina with A TRP 1-17 Cavalry (CAV). With A TRP SPC Abbott began to sharpen his skills as a 15E and again set himself above his peers by quickly becoming one of the most proficient maintainers in the Troop. SPC Abbott was selected to be one of the key essential maintainers to attend the 2020 Joint Readiness Training Center (JRTC) rotation where he had a direct impact on mission success. Shortly after returning from JRTC, he played an intricate role in Fox Troops success consolidating all three UAS Line Troops into the 82nd Airborne Divisions only consolidated UAS troop responsive to the 82nd Airborne Division's no notice, worldwide deployment mission.
SPC Abbott directly impacted F TRP's overall readiness by successfully launching and recovering over 40 RQ-7B V2 Shadow systems during multiple Squadron level Gunnery exercises and Troop level flight operations. Throughout his Military career SPC Abbott was a top performer in all areas of UAS maintenance and was chosen over multiple NCOs to complete duties well above his rank, but well within his God given leadership abilities. During SPC Abbott's three years of honorable service he was awarded the Army Aviation Aircrew Badge, Army Service Ribbon, Global War on Terrorism Service Medal, National Defense Service Medal, Army Good Conduct Medal and Marksmanship Badge.
Layton had an adventurous personality and was a risk taker. He loved trying new things. Layton loved riding his motorcycle, mudding in his Jeep, playing video games, and more recently cliff diving. He also loved music, animals, and being outdoors, fishing, camping, going to the beach, and sleeping under the stars.
Layton loved serving his country and he loved his military family.
Layton has a dry, off the wall sense of humor. He couldn't be taken seriously and loved to have a good time with friends and family.
Burial with full military honors at Union Cemetery.
Layton was born on February 13, 2001, in Indianapolis, Indiana, the son of Michael Abbott Jr. and Gabriel Leeann (Hobbs) Abbott. Layton attended Calvary Baptist Church in Brazil, IN and enjoyed going to youth group. At the age of 5, he asked Jesus to come into his heart. He grew up in Brazil, IN and graduated from Northview High School with the class of 2019. Following high school, he enlisted in the United States Army where he has served for the past 3 years.
Layton joined the United States Army June 6th, 2019, and attended Basic Combat Training at Fort Leonard Wood, MO. After accomplishing his first goal of graduating Basic Combat Training he proceeded to Fort Huachuca, AZ for Advanced Individual Training to gain the knowledge needed to become a qualified Unmanned Aircraft Systems Maintainer (15E) specializing in the Shadow RQ-7B V2 system. Here he would set himself above his peers by earning the title of Distinguished Honor Grad, an honor not lightly given. Following the completion of all required training in January 2020 SPC Abbott was assigned to Fort Bragg, North Carolina with A TRP 1-17 Cavalry (CAV). With A TRP SPC Abbott began to sharpen his skills as a 15E and again set himself above his peers by quickly becoming one of the most proficient maintainers in the Troop. SPC Abbott was selected to be one of the key essential maintainers to attend the 2020 Joint Readiness Training Center (JRTC) rotation where he had a direct impact on mission success. Shortly after returning from JRTC, he played an intricate role in Fox Troops success consolidating all three UAS Line Troops into the 82nd Airborne Divisions only consolidated UAS troop responsive to the 82nd Airborne Division's no notice, worldwide deployment mission.
SPC Abbott directly impacted F TRP's overall readiness by successfully launching and recovering over 40 RQ-7B V2 Shadow systems during multiple Squadron level Gunnery exercises and Troop level flight operations. Throughout his Military career SPC Abbott was a top performer in all areas of UAS maintenance and was chosen over multiple NCOs to complete duties well above his rank, but well within his God given leadership abilities. During SPC Abbott's three years of honorable service he was awarded the Army Aviation Aircrew Badge, Army Service Ribbon, Global War on Terrorism Service Medal, National Defense Service Medal, Army Good Conduct Medal and Marksmanship Badge.
Layton had an adventurous personality and was a risk taker. He loved trying new things. Layton loved riding his motorcycle, mudding in his Jeep, playing video games, and more recently cliff diving. He also loved music, animals, and being outdoors, fishing, camping, going to the beach, and sleeping under the stars.
Layton loved serving his country and he loved his military family.
Layton has a dry, off the wall sense of humor. He couldn't be taken seriously and loved to have a good time with friends and family.
Burial with full military honors at Union Cemetery.
Layton Michael David Abbott, 21, of Ft. Bragg, North Carolina, passed away on September 10, 2022.
Layton was born on February 13, 2001, in Indianapolis, Indiana, the son of Michael Abbott Jr. and Gabriel Leeann (Hobbs) Abbott. Layton attended Calvary Baptist Church in Brazil, IN and enjoyed going to youth group. At the age of 5, he asked Jesus to come into his heart. He grew up in Brazil, IN and graduated from Northview High School with the class of 2019. Following high school, he enlisted in the United States Army where he has served for the past 3 years.
Layton joined the United States Army June 6th, 2019, and attended Basic Combat Training at Fort Leonard Wood, MO. After accomplishing his first goal of graduating Basic Combat Training he proceeded to Fort Huachuca, AZ for Advanced Individual Training to gain the knowledge needed to become a qualified Unmanned Aircraft Systems Maintainer (15E) specializing in the Shadow RQ-7B V2 system. Here he would set himself above his peers by earning the title of Distinguished Honor Grad, an honor not lightly given. Following the completion of all required training in January 2020 SPC Abbott was assigned to Fort Bragg, North Carolina with A TRP 1-17 Cavalry (CAV). With A TRP SPC Abbott began to sharpen his skills as a 15E and again set himself above his peers by quickly becoming one of the most proficient maintainers in the Troop. SPC Abbott was selected to be one of the key essential maintainers to attend the 2020 Joint Readiness Training Center (JRTC) rotation where he had a direct impact on mission success. Shortly after returning from JRTC, he played an intricate role in Fox Troops success consolidating all three UAS Line Troops into the 82nd Airborne Divisions only consolidated UAS troop responsive to the 82nd Airborne Division's no notice, worldwide deployment mission.
SPC Abbott directly impacted F TRP's overall readiness by successfully launching and recovering over 40 RQ-7B V2 Shadow systems during multiple Squadron level Gunnery exercises and Troop level flight operations. Throughout his Military career SPC Abbott was a top performer in all areas of UAS maintenance and was chosen over multiple NCOs to complete duties well above his rank, but well within his God given leadership abilities. During SPC Abbott's three years of honorable service he was awarded the Army Aviation Aircrew Badge, Army Service Ribbon, Global War on Terrorism Service Medal, National Defense Service Medal, Army Good Conduct Medal and Marksmanship Badge.
Layton had an adventurous personality and was a risk taker. He loved trying new things. Layton loved riding his motorcycle, mudding in his Jeep, playing video games, and more recently cliff diving. He also loved music, animals, and being outdoors, fishing, camping, going to the beach, and sleeping under the stars.
Layton loved serving his country and he loved his military family.
Layton has a dry, off the wall sense of humor. He couldn't be taken seriously and loved to have a good time with friends and family.
Burial with full military honors at Union Cemetery.
Layton was born on February 13, 2001, in Indianapolis, Indiana, the son of Michael Abbott Jr. and Gabriel Leeann (Hobbs) Abbott. Layton attended Calvary Baptist Church in Brazil, IN and enjoyed going to youth group. At the age of 5, he asked Jesus to come into his heart. He grew up in Brazil, IN and graduated from Northview High School with the class of 2019. Following high school, he enlisted in the United States Army where he has served for the past 3 years.
Layton joined the United States Army June 6th, 2019, and attended Basic Combat Training at Fort Leonard Wood, MO. After accomplishing his first goal of graduating Basic Combat Training he proceeded to Fort Huachuca, AZ for Advanced Individual Training to gain the knowledge needed to become a qualified Unmanned Aircraft Systems Maintainer (15E) specializing in the Shadow RQ-7B V2 system. Here he would set himself above his peers by earning the title of Distinguished Honor Grad, an honor not lightly given. Following the completion of all required training in January 2020 SPC Abbott was assigned to Fort Bragg, North Carolina with A TRP 1-17 Cavalry (CAV). With A TRP SPC Abbott began to sharpen his skills as a 15E and again set himself above his peers by quickly becoming one of the most proficient maintainers in the Troop. SPC Abbott was selected to be one of the key essential maintainers to attend the 2020 Joint Readiness Training Center (JRTC) rotation where he had a direct impact on mission success. Shortly after returning from JRTC, he played an intricate role in Fox Troops success consolidating all three UAS Line Troops into the 82nd Airborne Divisions only consolidated UAS troop responsive to the 82nd Airborne Division's no notice, worldwide deployment mission.
SPC Abbott directly impacted F TRP's overall readiness by successfully launching and recovering over 40 RQ-7B V2 Shadow systems during multiple Squadron level Gunnery exercises and Troop level flight operations. Throughout his Military career SPC Abbott was a top performer in all areas of UAS maintenance and was chosen over multiple NCOs to complete duties well above his rank, but well within his God given leadership abilities. During SPC Abbott's three years of honorable service he was awarded the Army Aviation Aircrew Badge, Army Service Ribbon, Global War on Terrorism Service Medal, National Defense Service Medal, Army Good Conduct Medal and Marksmanship Badge.
Layton had an adventurous personality and was a risk taker. He loved trying new things. Layton loved riding his motorcycle, mudding in his Jeep, playing video games, and more recently cliff diving. He also loved music, animals, and being outdoors, fishing, camping, going to the beach, and sleeping under the stars.
Layton loved serving his country and he loved his military family.
Layton has a dry, off the wall sense of humor. He couldn't be taken seriously and loved to have a good time with friends and family.
Burial with full military honors at Union Cemetery.
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