Morton Abowitt, 85

WARWICK, R.I. – Morton “Mort” Abowitt died Oct. 25. He was the beloved husband of Beverly (Chorney) Abowitt for 59 years. He was born in Providence to David and Rebecca (Zwiebelson) Abowitt.

He was the father of two adored daughters and sons-in-law; Lisa and Ron Freeman of West Warwick and Dana and Eric Falk of Providence, and five cherished grandchildren; Justin and Daniel Freeman, Rachel, Audrey and Leah Falk. He was predeceased by his 11 siblings and leaves behind numerous beloved nieces and nephews.  

An Army veteran of the Korean War, Mort worked at Hasbro for 23 years. He was a member of Touro Fraternal Association.  He enjoyed sailing, golfing, puttering and painting, but most of all, time spent with family.  

Contributions in his memory may be made to the Perkins School for the Blind, Perkins Trust, 175 North Beacon St., Watertown, MA 02472.