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Earl Adams Obituary

ADAMS - Earl J. Porky Age 82, of Blasdell, NY, September 2, 2008, beloved husband of Betty A. (nee Johnson) Adams for 60 years; dearest father of Dennis (Evelyn) Adams, Karen (late John) Kolhbacker, Sally (Thomas) Zak, Bart (Lynn) Adams, Betty (late Jerry) McCarthy, Eve (Mark) Pilecki and Michael Adams; loving grandfather of 20 grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren; son of the late Emma and Earl Adams; brother of the late Dorothy (Kenneth) Ries; also survived by many nieces, nephews and cousins. Family will be present to receive friends Wednesday and Thursday 2-4 and 7-9 PM at the (Blasdell/Lackawanna Chapel) JOHN J. KACZOR FUNERAL HOME INC., 3450 South Park Ave., where Funeral Services will be held Friday morning at 8:45, followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at Our Mother of Good Counsel Church at 9:30. Interment in St. Matthews Cemetery. Earl retired from the Buffalo Police Department after 29 years of service, was a member of the Buffalo PBA, VFW Col. Weber Post No. 898 and the American Legion Harry H. Clifton Post No. 60. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Hospice Foundation of WNY.

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Published by Buffalo News from Sep. 3 to Sep. 4, 2008.

Memories and Condolences
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Karen Kohlbacher

October 2, 2008

Dear DAD, Well it has been one month today since you left use. At times it feels so long ago and other times it feels like yesterday. When I think that you are no longer in pain and in a better place, it helps lessen the loss. Continue to watch over all of use and let us feel your presents Thanks Dad. Miss ya, Love Karen

Deborah Ellsworth

September 28, 2008

I know from memories that I have of your dad, he was a very nice man. What I have in my heart is someone who made an impression on me as a child and that has stayed with me all my life. I hadn't seen him for years and years, but remembered his face when I saw him and your mom at the Chicken Coop years ago.
Periodically we have kept in touch and as life gets in the way, I never did get to their home to visit.
I heard of his passing through my sister-in-law who knows Eve and I was saddened by the news. I do remember your mom telling me that he was sick.
I am so sorry for your loss and I know that he is watching over all of you. He is a guardian angel and will be there waiting when you all meet once again.
Debbie (McManigal) Ellsworth
daughter of Floretta(cousin of Betty)

Linda Ineson

September 14, 2008

Dear Betty and family, you are in my thoughts and prayers.

PATTY JOHNSON

September 13, 2008

BETTY & FAMILY.. my heart is heavy for you, i was so upset that i didn't get the news in time to say good by,my thoughts & prayers are with you all,will see you soon with my dad's picture album. take care of each other... LOVE PATTY JOHNSON, CARLTON,PA.

JIMMY JOHNSON

September 12, 2008

BETTY AND FAMILY ,PRAYERS AND THOUGHTS ARE WITH YOU ,JAMES JOHNSON, "JIMMY"

Jeffrey Johnson

September 12, 2008

Betty, thank you for thinking of me at a time of your loss of your husband Porky, my wife karen and I were shocked of your loss, our prayers are with you and your family.

Jeffrey Johnson

DONNA JOHNSON, DONNA, & JOSE LOREDO

September 11, 2008

BETTY AND FAMILY , I'AM SADDENED TO HEAR ABOUT PORKY ,IWAS KNEE HIGH WHEN I REMEMBERING PLAYING ON THE SWING SET THAT DAD AND PORKY HAD BUILT US KIDS TO PLAY ON ITS BEEN YEARS AND IWONT EVER FORGET THE FUN WE ALL HAD ON IT ,MY PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU ALL

All this for me?

September 11, 2008

Jackie Johnson

September 11, 2008

Betty, Sally and family,
I was very sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Love, Jackie Johnson

Debbie Cowley

September 9, 2008

Zak & Bake Family Please accept my heartfelt sympathies for your loss. My thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time.

With Deepest Sympathy
Love, Debbie,Tammy, Skip and Connie

Dennis (and Jill) Trask

September 8, 2008

Karen and Family-
So sorry to hear about your dad. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Please know that I am thinking about you. If there is anything you need, do not hesitate to call me.

GERT Saint

September 7, 2008

BETTY SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT PORK AND WILL HAVE FOND MEMORIES OF OVER 60 YEARS OF GOOD TIMES WE ALL HAD TOGRTHER

Karen Kohlbacher

September 7, 2008

Dearest Dad,
Dad, You fought so hard not to leave this earthly plain, leaving behind all of us that you loved so deeply. It was evident as you spoke to your deceased Mother and Grandmother that you were not leaving without your Bride as you grabbed Mom. You had a very special love and devotion to her for over 60 years that connot be explained. We all have such wonderful memories that will always live on as we remember special things you have said or done over the years. I know we will always hold dear Saturday, August 23rd as you sat in your chair enjoying one of your best days in a long time, eating spaghetti, had some wine, and enjoyed visiting with the family. Later that day when I was helping Billy reposition you--- you sang to Mom "I'll go to my grave loving you." We were all so touched by that day.
Those are the memories I will always cherish.
Dad, Heaven now has another special angel along side of John to entertain and sing to those who have gone before you. These last two weeks have been very difficult for everyone of us especially Mom as we tried so hard to comfort you and fulfill your wish to die at home. I am so pleased that I was able to be there for you on your last days. I know it was very healing for both of us. LOVE YOU AND MISS YOU DAD, LOVE KAREN

Great Grandpa loves me so much!

September 7, 2008

September 7, 2008

Tom Zak

September 7, 2008

Dad,
Thanks for all the great memories and for the advice you gave me in the past. I can only hope to follow in your footsteps you taught us well and led by example. Thanks Dad for being there for us always. You are what I always hope to be, a great man with much respect and loved by all who had the opportunity to know you.

Loving daughter, Sally Zak

September 7, 2008

Dad you will not only be missed by all of us you will be remembered all the days of our lives.. You were the glue and foundation that held us all together. You are the rock in our lives. We model ourselves after you. You taught each of us so well, to laugh, love and enjoy who we are. You made us strong, opinionated and you listened to each one of us. You never ever forced us to do what you wanted but told us what you thought. You were our hero and always will be. I know in my heart we will meet again, until then I will hold you in my heart. I love you Dad, enjoy your place in heaven and please watch over MOM. She misses you more than anyone could ever imagine! So long for now and see you on the flipside..

Pat Scholl

September 6, 2008

Bart,Lynn and to all of the Adams family,we're very sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Love,Joe and Patti

Bake Family

September 5, 2008

My Papa has left this earth to fly with the angels in Heaven. He left me with many memories and he will never be forgotten. I love you so much Papa!! I will always smile when I think of you, remembering how you would put my hair in my pocket when I was little or how I would lie on the floor with you and try and lift your big arm over me. I will miss your silliness and the way you would try to make everything rhyme. I will miss everything about you but I know I will always feel you near me and I know I am blessed to have one more angel in Heaven watching over
me and my family! Thank you for being my Pa, I love you!

I love you Grandma! I am so sorry I am not there with you! Please know my thoughts and prayers are with you! I am sending you lots of hugs and kisses! XOXOXO. Love You, Brittney, Nathan, Noah & Zak

Christopher Johnson

September 5, 2008

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well-lived.

karen fagan

September 4, 2008

Betty and family i am very sorry for your loss but now he is sleeping with the angels feeling no pain my prayers are with all of you

Marty Harrington

September 4, 2008

Dennis & Family, I am so sorry for your loss.

LISAANN JOHNSON

September 4, 2008

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well-lived.

Brian & Nancy Murszewski

September 4, 2008

Mrs. Adams and Eve,
Our condolences go out to you at this time.

EJA what a great man..

September 4, 2008

Paul Schad

September 4, 2008

Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.

Tony Scinta

September 4, 2008

Dennis and family. It is neverf easy losing a loved family member. My condolences to you and your family. My prayers are with you all.

Dad, Looking good!

September 4, 2008

BART AND LYNN

September 3, 2008

YOU WILL BE GREATLY MISSED DAD,
BUT FOREVER IN OUR HEARTS

donna perry

September 3, 2008

bart and family
i am so sorry to hear of your dad's passing. remember all the good times bart and may he rest in peace

Michele, Norm &Christoper Benhatzel Family

September 3, 2008

Adams Family,
Sorry to hear about your Dad. He was a great guy, and made me laugh. He will be greatly missed by all. We will keep all of you in our prayers and thoughts.

McKayla Adams

September 3, 2008

In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.

Michele, Kevin & Grace Marks

September 3, 2008

Sally, Tom, Brittany and Billy,
My heart goes out to you and your family during the challenging days ahead. Cherish every tiny memory and they will never be lost. I love you guys and I am here for you if you need me, now and always.
Love

CAROL CONAHAN

September 3, 2008

My heart goes out to you at this time and in the days ahead.

DAVID BACHMAN

September 3, 2008

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Benny Crespo

September 3, 2008

God Bless, met Earl in 1982 as a rookie, still acknoweged me after all his retirement years. My condolences to his family.

Pat O'Dea(O'Connell)

September 3, 2008

Denny and Evy,
So sorry for your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Pat & Bob

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