Jean Hayden Ward Adams

1921 - 2012

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Midland, Texas

Jean Adams Obituary

Jean Hayden Ward Adams passed away peacefully on Wednesday, June 27, 2012, with her loving family surrounding her. Memorial service: to celebrate Jean's life will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday at Ellis Funeral Home in Midland. Arrangements are under the direction of Ellis Funeral Home. Interment: Resthaven Memorial Park. Visitation: 6 to 8 p.m. Friday at Ellis Funeral Home in Midland. Memorials: In lieu of flowers, the family welcomes memorials to Integra Care Hospice, 937 FM 1821 North, Suite A, Mineral Wells, Texas 76067; or The National Audubon Society, 225 Varick St., New York, N.Y. 10014, 212-979-3000. Jean was born Sept. 15, 1921, to Samuel Gilbert and Ione Brewster Ward in Fort Worth. Jean grew up in Fort Worth, where she attended Paschal High School. She then attended Texas Christian University where she met and married the love of her life, Woodrow Adams. After several years, Jean and Woodrow settled in Midland where she lived until 2008. From 2008 to 2012 Jean lived in Stephenville to be close to her son and family. She loved life, people, and valued her family above all else. Jean was a lifetime member of the First United Methodist Church of Midland where she was an active member of her Sunday school class. For many years, Jean was a volunteer at the Immunization Clinic of the Midland Health Department. She was also active in her Study Club, Book Club, Sewing Club, 20th Century Woman's Club League and a member of the Ranchland Hills Country Club. Jean was an avid bird watcher and lover of all flowers, but her passion was her family to whom she was devoted. She was a radiant Christian woman and will always be remembered as a loving and blessed wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, aunt, cousin, and friend to all who knew and loved her. Jean's love is all around us and we thank God for her life and legacy of love. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Elmer Woodrow Adams, and loving son, Gary Lee Adams. Survivors: Her loving son and daughter-in-law, Sam and Peggy Adams. She is also survived by her precious five granddaughters, Terri and Amy Adams of Midland and their parents, Anne and Larry Kelso, Allison and her husband, Tony Ballinger, of Morgan Mill, Hayden and her husband, John Kimberlin, of Millsap, and Dr. Lauren Adams of Morgan Mill. Jean was also blessed with four great-grandchildren, Lane, Carson and Henley Ballinger, and London Kimberlin; as well as her loving sister, Elaine Shaw and husband, Robert. There are many nephews, nieces, cousins and friends who will miss Jean Hayden as well.

Published by Star-Telegram on Jun. 28, 2012.
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May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Juan Vasquez, Resthaven Memorial Park

July 5, 2012

Sam,Peggy,Terri,Amy, Allison, Hayden and Lauren, my prayers are with each of you as you grieve the loss of one of the most wonderful people I have been honored to know. I have such wonderful memories of delivering Jean and Woody's mail on Apperson. Jean and I became fast friends as we shared stories about our families. Mrs. Jean loved each of you and shared many stories with me. Jean was first a beautiful Christian woman, she shared her love of Jesus Christ with everyone she met. And of course she loved her family, eagerly sharing stories about each of you. I praise God that HE honored me with knowing Mrs. Jean. I will see her again because we have a promise of eternal life. Love Martha Alcala

Martha Alcala

June 30, 2012

Sam, We cherish the wonderful memories we have of your family on Apperson Street in Midland. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Fondly, Richard and Peggy Hembree

June 29, 2012

Dear Elaine and Family:
So sorry to read about the loss of your sister and a Brewster Cousin. I wish I had known her well. Sounds as if she was loved and respected by many. My thoughts will be with all of her family.

Paula Brewster Baker

June 29, 2012

Our love and sympathy to all your family for the loss of this precious lady. Prayers and thoughts from both of us.

Jay and Marcia

June 29, 2012

Dear Sam, Peggy and Family,
We are saddened by Jean's passing. She was such a wonderful lady. She always made me feel like family. Jean, Woody and Gary are now celebrating together.
We send our love and prayers.

Ed and Maxine Putnam, San Juan Capistrano, CA

June 29, 2012

Prayers to your family Amy, may our sweet Lord lift your family and you in peace and comfort! Love you De Colores!!

Larry and Virginia Lozano

June 29, 2012

Dear Lauren and family,
I am so deeply sorry for your loss. All of you will be in my thoughts and prayers that God may lift you, surround you, and help guide you in your time of sorrow. May the Lord give you strength and love.
Bless you all,
Kim and JJ

June 29, 2012

Teri,
I love you! My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family!

Misty Dentler

June 29, 2012

My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Grandmother was such an amazing lady and she will always be smiling on you!

Melissa G

June 29, 2012

Our prayers and love are with you during this time of sorrow.

Philip and Donna Long

June 29, 2012

Dear Adams Family,
Thank you for sharing your precious grandmother with me. She treated me like I was her own when we were children. I was so lucky to have known her. I have you all in my thoughts and prayers.
Sending lots of hugs. Love and Miss you all.

Anne Thomas Smith

June 28, 2012

Dearest Elaine,
We send our deepest sympathy to you and
all your family. What beautiful memories
I have of Jean Hayden and you and your
wonderful Mom and Dad in my early life
in Fort Worth. May God comfort you and
give you peace and strength.
Our love,

Mary Esther and Ed Thomas

June 28, 2012

So sorry to read of Jean's passing. She was such a sweet lady. I did her hair here in Midland many times. She will be missed.

Ann Hathaway

June 28, 2012

My condolences, draw close to God during this difficult time, and he will draw close to you. James 4:8

June 28, 2012

Our prayers are with you and your family during this time. May God bring you comfort and peace in knowing Jean is now dancing on the streets of gold.

Rhett and Bailey Lively

June 28, 2012

To my sweet family...This is such a wonderful, touching obit. I will never forget Jean's sweet smile, and will always treasure our friendship.
I wish-so much-I could be with you.
I'm sending lots of love & hugs for all.

Anne Langworthy

June 28, 2012

Dear Sam, Peggy, Allison, Hayden, and Lauren

What a wonderful gentle lady Jean was. I know you feel fortunate to have had her in your lives. Her manner always reminded me of my mother. May the Lord bless and keep all of you. We are thinking of you and in prayer for you during this time,

Don and Claire Waldron, Henderson, Nevada

June 28, 2012

Our Thoughts and prayers are with you Anne, Larry, Amy and Terri. Rest assure she will be looking down from heaven above and smiling. She will always be in your hearts. God's peace be with you all.

Mo and Eileen Abouobaya

June 28, 2012

Amy-my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. She was an amazing lady!

Brooke Conner

June 28, 2012

Dr Adams, your family is in our thoughts and prayers. You mom was such a sweet gal, and I will miss her smile and kindness.

Karla Benson

June 28, 2012

Sam, Peggy and family,
What a lovely write up for a precious lady. My life was blessed knowing her. May the Lord wrap his loving arms around you and give you comfort and peace. Know we love each and everyone of you and we will continue lifting you up in prayer.
In loving friendship, Mark, Lisa, Larissa, Micah & Seth Hanbury

Lisa Hanbury

June 28, 2012

Sam and family, I grew up on Bedford with your family and in later years got to know Jean at "lunch bunch" with my mother, Dorothy Rodgers. Jean was such a joy to be around. I am so sorry for your loss but she is with Woody and Gary and all of her friends now. May she rest in peace.

Beth Rodgers Murphy

June 28, 2012

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