Edward Ray Adams, 78, of
Poteau, OK passed away Sunday, February 23, 2020 in Ft. Smith, AR. Ed was born April 19, 1941 in Lawton, OK to
Claude & Gladis (Seay) Adams. He was
an executive with the Boy Scouts of America.
Ed was preceded in death by his parents.
Survivors include his wife, Diane; children, Daniel Adams
& wife Marsha, David Adams & wife Kathy all of Norman, OK, Stacy
Adams-Parker & husband Rhett of Cameron, TX, Brian Adams & wife Lenore
of Russellville, AR; grandchildren, Nathan Adams, Jadyn Parker, Adyson Parker;
great grandchild, Christian Adams; other relatives, loved ones and friends.
Memorial services will be 10:30 am, Wednesday, February 26,
2020 at the First Christian Church, Poteau, OK with Gary Vancil
officiating.
My memories of Ed are of dedication to family, an amazing knowledge of scouting, and a sweet, friendly nature. I enjoyed being around him, especially when we could talk about trains!
ReplyDeleteBeing a cousin-by-marriage to Diane, my 2nd cousin-once-removed (or something like that), we had more than a few visits with relatives on our side of the family. Kids running around, adults gathered on the patio, the usual, ordinary family occasions that we think will last forever.
Ed is with the ones who have gone on ahead, and I can't help but see him with a Big Smile like he had so often on his face.
Lovingly from Judy and Paul White
Ed was a great man, and played a pivotal role in my childhood. Were it not for Ed and his leadership, a number of boys in the great "Troop 1" may not have obtained the rank of Eagle Scout. The Parker's will be sending prayers on behalf of entire Adams family in their time of great loss. Knowing Ed, he's happily riding heavens rails through the most beautiful mountains we could ever imagine, with a giant smile on his face. Until we all meet again sir,
ReplyDeleteJeff Parker