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Lela Nell Adams

1927 - 2010

BORN

1927

DIED

2010

Lela Adams Obituary

Lela Nell Adams 1927 - 2010 Graveside services for Lela Nell Adams will be held on Wednesday, September 22nd, at 10:30 a.m., at Greenlawn Cemetery, River Blvd. Nell was born January 29, 1927 in Oklahoma and grew up on a farm near Checotah. Nell moved with her family to Bakersfield in 1945. She graduated from East Bakersfield High School, then worked at Pacific Bell Telephone Co. for four years as a switchboard operator. In 1947, Nell met Bob Adams who was then a cook at Les's Drive In. They were married October 22, 1949 and raised four sons: Mike, Johnny, David and Les. Nell was preceded in death by her husband, Bob; sons, David and Johnny; and six siblings. Survivors include her sons, Mike and Les; grandchildren, Kevin, Greg, Brian, Dean, Matthew and Angela Adams; brother, Frank Leslie; and sisters, Evelyn Pruitt and Virginia Dabbs; numerous nieces and nephews. Visitation is scheduled Tuesday from 12:00 - 5:00 p.m. at Doughty-Calhoun- O'Meara, 110 Truxtun Ave. Doughty-Calhoun-O'Meara www.bakersfield.com/obits

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Published by Bakersfield Californian on Sep. 21, 2010.

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James Nelson

September 21, 2010

Aunt Nell you are a sweet lady and now God has a new angel to work with HIM youre smile will be missed I wissed I went to visit you I really have no reason for not visiting except Lazyness Im sorry to you but Im the one that missed out but thank you for the memories I agree the chocolate pies were great and the train rides also Ill miss you and Uncle Bob so much
see ya soon tell Uncle Bob to have his train going around youre guys heavenly home
James Nelson

Dee Tatum

September 21, 2010

Aunt Nell was a wonderful person who was generous and kind and laughed easily. When I was little, visiting her was especially fun. She really enjoyed researching our family history and I shall miss our conversations on that subject. Aunt Nell will always have a special place in my heart.

Nancy Wracher

September 21, 2010

My family lived across the street from Nell and Bob Adams for decades. I would always stop by to visit Nell whenever I came to town to see my parents. She was such a kind, sharp, loving person and was so good to my Mom and Dad. Each time I visited with her, she would always brag about her grandchildren. The last time I saw her was earlier this year. I am really going to miss her. She was a special lady.

linda vontz

September 21, 2010

Aunt Nell was a very special lady who will be missed by all of us. I cherish the memories of her and Uncle Bob. As kids we always looked forward to visiiting their home as it usually ment riding on Uncle Bob's train that circled their house. Aunt Nell made the best chocolate pie I have ever had, and there were usually some great chocolate chip cookies around when we were there.
I know all of you have great memories to share during this time and they will keep her alive in our hearts.I will always remember her with a smile.
love to all of The Adams Family...

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