James ADAMS Obituary

NEWPORT NEWS - James Joseph Adams, 84, passed away Thursday, March 17, 2011. He was born in Mitchell, S.D., and had been a longtime Peninsula resident.
Jim attended high school in Rocky Mount, N.C., and graduated from North Carolina State College with honors in 1948. He was also Captain of the Cross Country team.
Jim worked at NASA for 37 years, involved in basic research on dynamic systems. This work was a part of unique tasks at NASA such as landing on the moon and the development of advanced flight displays for aircraft. He retired in 1985 and undertook an in-depth study of the game of golf.
Jim is survived by his wife of 60 years, Helen Adams; seven children, Martin (Lorena), Anthony, Danny (Kathy), Mark (Susan), Paul, Teresa, and Rita (Charlie Smith); 16 grandchildren, one great-grandchild; and one sister, Mary Alice Smith.
Jim took great pride and enjoyment in his children and they gave him great satisfaction.
The family will receive friends from 7 to 8: 30 p.m. Sunday, March 20, 2011, at Weymouth Funeral Home, 12746 Nettles Dr., Newport News, Va. A Memorial Mass in celebration of Jim's life will be held at 10 a.m. Monday, March 21, 2011, at Our Lady of Mount Carmel Catholic Church, 100 Harpersville Road, Newport News, Va., by the Rev. Ken Wood. Interment will be private.
Arrangements are by Weymouth Funeral Home. View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks.

Published by Daily Press from Mar. 19 to Mar. 21, 2011.
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Tony,
Sorry to hear of your dad's passing. From what I read about him, he was part of our very important history going into space yet one of his true sources of happiness was his family. His life must have left quite an impression on those around him.

Mike Crider

March 23, 2011

Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time - may God ease your pain.

Chris and Becky Waltz & family

Becky Waltz

March 21, 2011

I was not able to make it home for the service today as I am busy in school. I will always remember my grandfather in very high regard for everything he has ever taught me. He will be in my thoughts in addition to the rest of my family through this time of remeberance. I Love you all.

Benjamin Bricker

March 21, 2011

Mrs. Smith, Rita, Mark and all of the Adams families, We are so sorry to hear of your loss. May your memories comfort you and the love from each other and your many friends support you through this time. We are lifting each of you in prayer. Love, The Eggleston Family

Pegeen Eggleston

March 21, 2011

I did not know Jim Adams although I had met him through Helen, whom I knew very well. When I first heard about Jim before even meeting him, he seemed as a gift from God to Helen. I certainly noticed that they had a lovely family. My sympathy and prayers to you, Helen, and to all your children.

Sister Mary Bernard Curran, O.P.
Nashville, TN

Sister Mary Bernard Curran

March 21, 2011

Rita, I am so sorry about your Dad. He will surely be missed by all of you.
Bernadette Cole

March 20, 2011

Jim was quite an amazing man. Hope all his wonderful memories can comfort you all at this time.

The Terenzi's

March 20, 2011

In my prayers and thoughts during this time of sadness. Mr. Adams was very proud of his children and grandchildren, may the memories live on. I will miss his conversations on his golf game, family, politics, cross country running etc.
Debi Henderson

Debi Henderson

March 20, 2011

Mark and Susan, and all the Adamses near and far~ May you find comfort in Faith, solace in each other, and joy in Jim's memory as a loving father and grandfather.

Karla Bruno

March 20, 2011

Rita and other family members,
I am so very sorry about your dad's passing. You are all in my thoughts and prayers today and in the days to come. May God bless and comfort each of you!!

Carla Franklin

March 19, 2011

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