March 28, 2024

Travis Wayne Abel

Sept. 28, 2020

Travis Wayne Abel, 45, of Newton, died at his home Sept. 28, 2020.

Travis was born Sept. 6, 1975, to Tom Abel and Victoria Boettcher. He attended Newton Schools. Growing up he enjoyed BMX racing, his nickname was “Brake Cable Abel.” He also enjoyed fishing, football (the 49ers) and Dale Earnheart Jr.

He is survived by his parents, Tom Able (Angie Plumb); and two stepbrothers, Ryan and Michael Plumb of Newton; Victoria Heller and Sonny Cupples of Newton; two stepsisters, Brittany Straley of Tennesee and Stephany Straley of Antigo, Wis.; the love of his life was Mandi and Jordan Long, whom he loved like his own son. He was proceeded in death by paternal grandparents, Alfred and Mary Abel; maternal grandparents, Richard and Armyllis Boettcher; stepbrother, Jeramie Heller; and step-father, Fred Heller.

A celebration of life will be from 5 to 8 p.m. Nov. 1 at the American Legion, hosted by Mandi Long and Danny Hawkins.

We will always love him and keep him in our hearts forever!