Josh Abbott Shares Emotional Family Photos After Losing His Father
Josh Abbott has thanked fans for their support and sent an emotional family tribute via Twitter to honor the memory of his father.
With great sadness, Abbott shared news about the loss of his father on March 3rd. He asked for prayers for his family's peace of mind, and many fans showed wonderful support.
Abbott shared some of the special memories he's had with his dad through the years, including at a Texas Tech football game, a hunting trip and just enjoying life together. He also shared a photo of a precious moment his parents spent with their five-week-old granddaughter, which you can see below.
We are deeply saddened and continue to send our thoughts and prayers to Josh Abbott and his family. We're happy to see that he's so warmly supported by caring family, friends and fans.
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