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David Adams Obituary
Previously published in the Vancouver Columbian
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RICH KOPLAN
February 9, 2006
Dave will be truly missed. I enjoyed knowing him for many years, and a more kind person never existed.My deepest sympathy to Margaret and the entire family
David and Mary Inman
February 5, 2006
Dear Beloved Family,
We are greving with you. I't still such a shock. We can only imagine your pain. I do know what a kind person Dave was and he would have a word of comfort for you all. We pray that soon you will be able to feel a hug or touch and know these are from the love of your life and the Angel that God used to deliver it.
We love you all, Dave, Mary, & Family
Multi-Systems, Inc, Joe Millea/Pat Dickson
January 31, 2006
Kenny and all of the Adams' Family,
Joe and I just heard about your Father passing away and wanted to let you know our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Dave was a special person who will be greatly missed.
Yvette LaRose
January 30, 2006
For Maggie and family - the shock of Dave's passing is unbelievable. I am very fortunate to have known such a wonderful man. I never saw Dave without a smile on his face. He was a sweet and sincere man that would do anything for anyone. He loved talking about his kids, grandkids, and of course Abby. He truly was an asset to our community and will be missed by so many. My prayers our with you all.
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Darrell Smith
January 24, 2006
Margaret,
I always looked forward to my lunch visits with Dave, I appreciated his sense of humor, I valued his friendship and I'm going to miss him. My thoughts and prayers are
with you and your family.
With Love,
Darrell Smith
Cherie & Pat Ronning
January 24, 2006
To Margaret; your Family and Staff at D & L: Our thoughts are with all of you as you move through this very tough time.
Kendra Cameron
January 22, 2006
Hi! You probably don't know me but I heard many stories about Dave over the years from my parents, Ray and Mary Mayo. They have the fondest memories of growing up with Dave in Vancouver and were so pleased that he was a member of their wedding party. I was sorry to hear of your loss and wanted to let you know that memories of Dave live on.
Jordan Tjersland
January 21, 2006
Hi Grandma. Its me Jordan. I just wanted to say that Grandpa Dave was like no other. He could always put a smile on somebodys face. He would never put anybody down, and he would always have something nice to say.
Love,
Jordan Tjersland
Val & Phill Rowley
January 20, 2006
Dear Margaret,
We were shocked and saddened to hear from Mike Worthy of Dave's passing. There are no words to ease the pain you are going through, but please know we are among those who valued the presence of this kind and gracious man.
You and your family are in our prayers.
Lynn&Meredith Goodwin
January 20, 2006
To Margaret,Kristen,Kenny and families,
We had the utmost respect for Dave. What a gracious and giving man. He was so supportive of our family and for that I will always be grateful. You should feel proud to see how many lives Dave touched in so many ways. Dave has been 'Serenaded by Angels up to the Throne'. May you find peace knowing this.
Bob/Karen Bernhardt
January 20, 2006
1/20/06
Dear Margaret and family:
The Thursday memorial tribute to Dave was a gift to all who attended. The number in attendance sitting and standing was a tribute to Dave and you. You are loved by so many.
We appreciated the message of hope shared by the pastor and we were so touched by the euolgies, particularly by Ken and your grandson.
Though you, as a family, grieve beyond understanding, it is obvious to all the great love shared by Dave and you and the unconditional love that Dave gave to you, your children and your grandchildren. What a wonderful heritage for all.
Though Dave's life on earth was cut much too short, he leaves such a wonderful legacy to all of you and all of us priviledged to know Dave and you.
Our prayers and our love will continue to be with you and your family.
Bob and Karen Bernhardt
donna bleth
January 19, 2006
Margaret and Family,
Dave may be gone, but never will he be forgotten. I have yet to meet anyone who has left such a footprint on everyone's heart. I will miss him terribly and his wonderful advice he always gave me. Let us all speak often of Dave, so he will know he is loved and missed dearly.
With prayers for you all,
Donna Bleth
Sue Anthony
January 19, 2006
Dear Margaret,
I know that words cannot begin to soften the unbelieveable pain that you are going through right nowl. I just want you to know that I am thinking about you. and that I remember so clearly how much you and Dave helped me by always being there for me in my time. The times you insisted I attend functions, and never left me out. I am sorry not to be in town right now, but I know there are hundreds of people surrounding you at this time. My thoughts are with you daily.
Don &Darlene Waldbauer
January 19, 2006
Margaret and Family, We have been so saddened this week at the news of Dave's passing. We always enjoyed him so much and considered him a good friend. We will miss him a great deal. Our prayers have been with you and will continue to be. We are also sorry not to be there with you today but will see you soon. We love you.
Don and Darlene
Larry and Leann Hull
January 19, 2006
Maggie and family, We are so sorry we will not be at the service today because we are out of town. You are in our prayers and thoughts. Dave was a person who had a smile and a kind word for everyone he happened upon. We will miss him.
Terry and Ron Greenen
January 19, 2006
Margaret, Kari, Ken and Kristin,
We are so deeply saddened by the loss of Dave. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you today and always.
Lori Brummel-Painter
January 19, 2006
Maggie and kids,
What a wonderful man God created in the man named Dave Adams! I have so many fond memories of our trips to Gresham to Buster's, the evening we went to Tuna Christmas and all of our other get-togethers that always seemed to center around food but were always filled with laughter too. I will miss stopping in at D&L to say hi to him, he always had a minute and a smile! My heart feels better just thinking about what's going on in Heaven now with him and Jack reunited! Their laughter and antics will resound forever! My love and prayers to all of you!
Dan & Rebecca Swartz
January 19, 2006
Dave's spirit will live on as we all will remember the smile that he generously provided. He was a involved Gyro brother and ROCC member contributing his time and energy unselfishly whenever called upon. Our thoughts and prayers are with the Adams family.
Jim & Shelley Mincks
January 19, 2006
Dear Margaret & Family,
Words can't express our sorrow with the passing of Dave. We will always remember Dave for his sense of humor, integrity and caring for others.We must not forget his love of golf and a fun time! We will truly miss Dave. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Love,
Scott Alford
January 19, 2006
Margaret,
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Dave has changed my life and how I approach each day!
Wayne and Elaine Wright
January 19, 2006
Margaret and Family - We certainly have some fond memories of Dave through our association with Royal Oaks Country Club. He always had
a smile and warm greeting for us and all he came into contact with. What a loving and caring person he was and always willing to take a moment and visit and make everyone feel good about themselves. He will be greatly missed by everyone. May God richly bless and comfort you as you deal with the loss of such a wonderful man.
Rick and Patti Martinson
January 19, 2006
Our thoughts and prayers go to Dave's family. Dave's smile and friendly demeanor will be missed by all. We have lost a good friend. However, we know that he is now at peace with God.
Byron Smith
January 19, 2006
When I think of Dave, I see one of the most open, honest, truely caring young men that I ever knew.
Wish I had been around to share more of Dave's life since our youth. Sounds like he only got better with age.
Cathy and Milt Gavlick
January 18, 2006
Margaret and family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in this time of great sadness. Dave's smiling face was a joy to see at Royal Oaks. He will be greatly missed!
Marshall Potts
January 18, 2006
Mrs. Adams,
I will miss seeing Dave at ROCC. He was a man that always had a good words to say to others and always had a smile on his face. He will be deeply missed by all. My prayers and thoughts are with you and your entire family. He is a huge loss to our community.
Marshall T. Potts
Larry Wilson
January 18, 2006
Margaret and family: Dave was a gentleman in business and life. He will be missed.
Neil Rylander
January 18, 2006
To the Family of Dave Adams. I just heard about Dave. He was someone I always admired and liked very much and I will truly miss him. The last time I saw him, he was donating his time ringing a bell at Fred Meyers, Salmon Creek for the Salvation Army. Sadly I did not know I'd never see him again. Neil Rylander
Robert Amber
January 18, 2006
I met Dave at Royal Oaks playing golf. He was truly one of the nicest guys I met there. I was shocked to hear of his sudden passing. He will be missed dearly by me and all other golfers. God bless his soul and the family he left behind.
Bart Thorkildson
January 18, 2006
You will be greatly missed.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Paul Childers
January 18, 2006
Dear Margaret and Family
Words do not express my sorrow to hear of Dave's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you. May it confort you in this time of grief to know that he is in a far better place and that we will all be with him one day. May God be with you and bless you.
Paul
Cheryl Thomas
January 18, 2006
Dear Margaret and Family,
I was so stunned to hear about Dave's passing and he will be dearly missed. I first met Dave in junior high and thought what a great person and he just turned out to be an even better human being.
He attended our class reunions and was such a delight to see at these reunions and he will be truly missed. I will never forget Dave and my prayers and love go to you and your family.
Cheryl (Cooke) Thomas
JoAnne (CoCo) Skimas
January 18, 2006
Our thoughts and prayers are with your family.
Bill & Judie Lasater
January 18, 2006
Dear Margaret,Kenny&family,
Our prayers go out for you and the family in your loss.
Craig Sorenson
January 18, 2006
Margaret and Family,
Our deepest sympathies for your loss. Dave was a great individual, and someone we could all aspire to be more like. He was a sincere and caring person that was always willing to give of himself. He was one of the most positive and energetic people we have had the opportunity to be associated with.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Craig & Trese Sorenson
Dale & Nancy Giles
January 18, 2006
Dale and I were extremely saddened to read of Dave's passing in the Royal Oaks letter. We enjoyed working with you both in the past years. He truely was a wonderful man and we will all miss him. Love and sympathy to you and your family as you go through this sad time of parting.
Linda Haines
January 17, 2006
Dear Margaret, Ken and family,
I am so sorry for your loss. David was a very special man and touched many lives. He will be greatly missed. I will keep you all in my prayers that your memories help ease your pain. Please let me know if I can help in any way.
Sincerely,
Linda
Daryl & Melinda Schreiner
January 17, 2006
Our most sincere condolences to the Adams Family, may he rest in peace.
Velda Adams
January 17, 2006
Dear Margaret and family, I just heard of the sad news from the son of Paul Olson who was a neighbor of yours in Hazel Dell. I am so sorry!!! I really enjoyed being in Lions Club with Dave. He was such a great person in every aspect!! I just returned from Happy Hour at the Monte Vista Village Resort here in Mesa, Az (where I have a home)and Paul Olson's son was one of the entertainers today. He plays the violin and is a part of a 4-man group, small world! My love goes to you and yours! Velda Adams
Jim Durham
January 17, 2006
Margaret, Kenny, and Julie,
Always a kind word, a gentle laugh, and a warm smile are the ways I will remember Dave. His visits to Hudson's were bright moments for all of us that knew him. I know how close your family is and feel blessed to have known Dave and to have been a small part in your lives. My sincerest sympathies to you all and may God comfort and guide you in this most difficult time.
Sheryl Ulrich
January 17, 2006
Mrs. Adams, Kari, Ken & Kitsten,
I was so sorry to hear about Mr. Adams passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this very difficult time. May God give you strength to continue the journey in life. Take care and know that I am thinking about you all.
Sheryl
Ginger Metcalf
January 17, 2006
The news of Dave's death was such a shock it's difficult to gather the appropriate words - except to say that God, the angels and heaven win, the world loses. We need SO many more Daves in this world. My sympathies to all who loved and admired such a nice person.
Ginger Metcalf
Don & Joan Moody
January 17, 2006
Joan and I have known Dave and Margaret for many year. In that time we have seen them raise a wonderful family and build a successful business together. It was alway our delight to run into them at one of our mutually favorite restaurants, as we all enjoyed dining out. We rarely saw one without the other, they were so close. Dave left this world too soon, but I would suggest that he touched more lives in a positive way than most. It was once said "It is'nt how long one lives, but how well one lives", and Dave lived well. He enjoyed his life through his family, his business and his many friends. Joan and I will always remember Dave with a twinkle in his eye, his great sense of humor, and most of all his kind and generous spirit. We will miss you my friend and the world will be a lonlier place without you. Our hearts go out to Margaret and the family. We love you,
Beth Childers Holland
January 17, 2006
Margaret, Paul called me this morning to tell me of Dave's passing. I am so sorry to hear of your loss. I always enjoyed when Dave and you would come into Clancy's and we got to visit. Please know my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Dale & Tammy Foes
January 17, 2006
Margaret & Family~
We are very sorry to hear of the passing of Dave. He was a great person to have around, always cheerful & caring. Our prayers & blessings are with his Family & friends.
Tom Sulock
January 17, 2006
Margaret, Kenny, Kristen and Kari,
I'm so sorry for your loss. Dave was very good to me. He always had time to talk business, golf, wine and family. Even when his day was booked, he would always squeeze me in. I will miss him. God bless you all.
Harriet Freeman
January 17, 2006
To the Family and Friends of Dave Adams,
I am so very sorry to hear of your loss and the communities loss. I first met Dave when I worked for First Independent Bank in Hazel Dell a long time ago but he was the type of person that left a lasting impression. What a wonderful guy and businessman, he will truely be missed.
Suncerely,
Karen Fitzgerald
January 17, 2006
Margaret,
Please know how much I love you. I am so shocked and saddened.Dave was such a wonderful man. My prayers and thoughts are with you and your family...... Karen
Donna Martin (Roehrs)
January 17, 2006
Margaret I'm sorry to hear of Dave's passing my prays are with you and your family.
I remember all the good things Dave did when we were in school, he will be missed by all.
Michael Ann (Cassidy) Clarke
January 17, 2006
To Maggie and kids,
Our hearts are very heavy at this time for you all, and selfishly, for ourselves. Dave was a terrific friend for nearly 50 years for me and a new great friend for Ken; we will remember the funny times we had together with fondness and laughter. Dave would want us to celebrate his life with a toast to his wonderful partner Maggie, his beautiful bright children and lovely grandchildren. Cheers, Dear David!!
Ken and Michael Ann
Gloria (Scott) Smith
January 16, 2006
Dear Maggie and family,
We wish we could take the hurt away. Having your wonderful children, spouses', and grandchildren near you will provide you the loving support you deserve. Our hearts are heavy knowing Dave has passed away. He was the best. Love, Gloria & Byron (Barney) Smith
Joe and Debbie Player
January 16, 2006
Maggie:Our heart felt condolences to you and your family . We were deeply saddened by the loss of such a truly nice , caring person like Dave. Joe and Debbie Player
Sharon Betzing
January 16, 2006
This is a terrible loss to our community. My late husband (Doug) and I so enjoyed doing business with Dave. I will always remember his smiles when we would drop in to see him. My heart goes out to you Margaret and your family.
Ann Kaufman
January 16, 2006
Margaret and family - my thoughts are with you at this time. I have many happy memories of the neighborhood.
Pete&Muriel Smith
January 16, 2006
Margaret and Family:
So very sorry for your loss. Dave will always be with you in your hearts and memories. Take care of each other during this difficult time and know you have a lot of prayers coming your way.
The grandkids carry on your legacy
January 16, 2006
I loved you more than anything Dad! Krisitn
January 16, 2006
Jeff and Linda Donaldson
January 16, 2006
Margaret, We are so sorry for your loss. Dave was a good and caring person and will be missed. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family at this most difficult time.
Jack and Cheryl Larango
January 16, 2006
To the Family of Dave Adams,
We are so sorry to learn the passing of Dave. Dave was a very good business man, that was apparent. His staff and service at D&L has always been consistently EXCELLENT. Our hearts and prayers go out to all of you at this difficult time.
Sincerely,
Dan Pehlke Jr.
January 16, 2006
Ken,Kari and Kristen, always enjoy the memories that you shared with your father as the memories I remember have been instilled within me. Look forward towards the future that someday we will all unite once again. Take special care of your mother as I remembered she has taken special care of you. Your father was a man of wisdom, a man of great honor and integrity. I will always remember him as coach,mentor,but most of all, a father I would loved to have had. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Give your mother a hug for me.
Michele Sawyer
January 15, 2006
Maggie and Family -
Our deepest sympathies for your loss. Please give my best to Kari and Kenny, as I have been thinking of them and send my prayers - I know too well the pain of losing a parent.
I have sent word to my parents (Fred and Jeanne) who are out of the country until the end of January. If there is anything we can do, please don't hesitate to ask.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
/Michele (Church) Sawyer and Family
Fred & Genevieve Brown
January 15, 2006
Dear Margaret and Family:
We are so sorry to learn of the passing of Dave. I remember Dave as a very handsome young man in high school. As an adult, my husband and I had a neighboring business and enjoyed getting to visit with Dave there. He always had time to talk.
Our thoughts and loving concern go out to each of you.
Fred and Genevieve Brown
Gary & Darla Warner
January 15, 2006
Our deepest sympathy with your loss. My sister, Cheryl (Vanderhoef) Thaut went to school and graduated with Dave from Ft. Vanc. High. When I called her to tell her of Daves' passing she only had the most wonderful things to say about him. Gary and his twin brother Larry went to school with Margaret Ramsey, they too fondly remember her as a very special person. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family at this difficult time. Treasure the memories, they are a god send. God bless you all.
Bill Smith
January 15, 2006
Dave Adams was among the BEST
human beings in every aspect. He
was a good business man, he loved
to golf and he was always the life
of the party, enjoying life to the
fullest. My wife, Caroline, and
I regret not seeing him the last
few years but he will live in our
hearts forever. God Bless his
family.
Bill Smith
January 15, 2006
My memories of Dave Adams are he was a great frend and a great buisness man. He helped me when I built my homes in Vancouver. I was in the lumber buisness. Standard Building Meterials.Bill Smith and my son Craig Smith.
Carolyn and Larry Gorin
January 15, 2006
We were devastated to learn of Dave's passing. We have had so many happy times with you both, ever since we met at the Blazer games, oh, so many years ago. We will always remember Dave's smile, and his wry sense of humor. He cared about everyone and it showed.
His love for you and the children, and especially the grandchildren was always evident, each and every time we were with you both. He enhanced our lives and those of so many others. We send love to you and your family and know that the loving memories you hold dear of this amazing man will give you the strength you need during these difficult times. Love, Larry and Carolyn
dick/karen mccluer
January 15, 2006
So sorry about Dave's passing, he was truly one of the really good guys. We will dearly miss him.
Fred [Santa ] Haines
January 15, 2006
What a great man allways happy and liked Santa. I know he did so much that will be miss by all and the people working with him.We may not understand but God will give us the strength we need to keep loving and carring.
Ronald Smith
January 15, 2006
sorry you are gone, Dave. You will be missed.
Holly Blanchard
January 14, 2006
To the Family of Dave Adams,
I helped David, Kristin and D & L staff at the credit union for 5 years. When I left the credit union David sent me flowers to wish me well on my new journey to Minnesota. It was so touching to receive a gift from a member and a friend.
My heart breaks for you and your family at this very hard time. I know first hand of losing a husband unexpectedly as I did just 4 months ago. All I can tell you is remain strong and never ever forget the memories they are all you have to hold on to. I am so sorry for your family and I know the pain is unbearable now, but I promise with time it will get easier. David was a caring, kind hearted person. For some reason GOD needed another angel and he chose david. It makes no sense to you and I but we just have to trust that GOD knew best.
Sincerely,
Holly D Blanchard
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