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Born Sept. 16, 1928, to Earl B. and Eulalia S. Adams, Chuck was raised in Hampton and attended Wythe Elementary and Hampton High Schools. After graduation, he served a tour in the U.S. Coast Guard. At age 22, he married his sweetheart, Susan Anderson, of Newport News. After completing his apprenticeship as a boilermaker with Newport News Shipbuilding, he attended Virginia Polytechnic Institute where he earned the Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering. Returning to the Shipyard after graduation, Chuck began a 40-year career in Nuclear Engineering including design and construction of Los Angeles Class Submarines. His work earned him Engineer of the Year honors from the Peninsula Engineers Council in 1992.
Upon retirement from the Shipyard, Chuck volunteered as a docent at The Mariners' Museum and served on the boards of the YMCA and other community groups. He was deeply devoted to Christ and His church. He served in many capacities at Temple Baptist Church over the years including leadership as a deacon, chair of search and finance committees, and as treasurer.
Chuck was a devoted and loving husband and father. He is survived by his wife of nearly 60 years, Susan A. Adams; his son, Lawrence Earl (Beth) of Charlottesville; daughter, Lynn Adams Butch of Hampton; and son, Richard Keith (Kathy) of Newport News; his brother, Earl B. Adams (Alice); and sister, Edith Gaughan; seven grandchildren, Katherine (Brendan), Rachel, Nathaniel, Stephanie, Robert, Andrew, and Nicholas; two great-grandchildren, Emma and Lilia; and many nieces, nephews and cousins.
A visitation will be held from 4 to 5 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 16, at W. J. Smith & Son Funeral Home. A funeral service will be held at Temple Baptist Church on Sunday, Oct. 17, at 1:30 p.m., with Pastor Lynn Hardaway officiating. Burial will follow in Peninsula Memorial Park.
Memorial contributions may be sent to Temple Baptist Church, 235 Harpersville Road, Newport News, VA 23601.
Please leave condolences at www.wjsmithandsonfh.com. Arrangements by W. J. Smith & Son Funeral Home. View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks.
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Memories and Condolences
for Charles ADAMS
October 17, 2010
Dear Adams Family and Friends,
We are so sorry for your loss and our prayers are with you at this time. Dad frequently asks about the families from the Tuckahoe neighborhood. We have many fond memories of the times we spent as neighbors years ago.
George Stephenson and the Stephenson Family
Eden Jones
October 17, 2010
I Prayed everyday since Lynn made us aware of Mr Adams condition. I hope his homegoing was peaceful and gentle. My prayers are now with you for the strength to have peace and comfort in the days to come.
Sandy Henderson Vaughn
October 16, 2010
To the Family of Mr. Chuck Adams-An awesome wonderful christian man-a true man of God and wonderful family man. In my thoughts and prayers.
Anna Holloway
October 16, 2010
Fair winds, Chuck. We shall miss you. You brought so much life to The Mariners' Museum and we are all better for having known you.
Anna Holloway
Rich Asaro
October 15, 2010
Dear Susan:
I am sorry to hear of Chuck's passing. We worked together some 10 years as docents at Mariners Museum; he was one of the best reasons for coming in--always cheerful, a friendly face, a pleasure to be around. One person certainly made a positive difference at the Museum. Please accept my condolences for you and your family.
Vicki Baczewski
October 15, 2010
Mrs. Adams,and Family
My deepest condolences to you all. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Laurie Halperin
October 15, 2010
Mrs. Adams, Lynn and Family,
I'm just so sorry. What a blessing to have known "Mr. Adams" for as long as I can remember being. He is someone I looked up to and was a great friend who always had time to give advice or an opinion when asked. Our "discussions" on politics and community were some of the best. To me, he was a great example of intelligence, integrity, and wisdom. Know that my thoughts and prayers are with you.
Love,
Laurie Halperin
Anne Marie Millar
October 15, 2010
Susan, Earl, and all the Adams family,
I was so sorry to hear about Chuck. He was truly a wonderful man, and I count myself lucky to have worked with him during his years as a docent at The Mariners' Museum. He demonstrated his dedication and love for the Museum every Tuesday with visitors of all ages. I also have fond memories of Chuck relating stories of our family connections and longstanding friendships. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
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Ted Crossland
October 15, 2010
Friend and fellow Docent - I will miss your sociability, expertise, and mentorship at the Museum. Prayers of comfort to your family.
Janet Holden
October 15, 2010
Dear Richard & Kathy,
Please accept our condolences and know that we are thinking of and praying for you, the boys and your entire family during this difficult time.
The Holdens
Janet Lockstampfor
October 15, 2010
Dear Adams Family and Friends,
You are in our prayers and thoughts at this time of your loss..
May our God surround each of you with comfort and peace.
Matthew 5:4 Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted.
Grace, Peace, and Love, Janet Lockstampfor
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