George Terry Adams, Sr

January 4, 1946 - March 29, 2026

George 'Terry' Adams, Sr., 80, passed away peacefully at home on March 29, 2026.

Born on January 4, 1946, Terry grew up in East Haven, CT, where he developed a strong sense of family, community, and hard work that guided him throughout his life. He began raising his family in Hamden and later in Durham before eventually settling in Colchester.

Terry's 52-year career began with New Haven Savings Bank, where he worked as a second-shift sorter operator. As the organization evolved, that department became Northeast Datacom, which was later acquired by Fiserv. Terry continued his career through these transitions, ultimately retiring as a Solutions Network Engineer. He took great pride in his work and was widely respected for his knowledge, dedication, and reliability throughout his long and distinguished career.

Outside of work, Terry found joy in life's simple pleasures. He loved gardening, metal detecting, and spending time outdoors, as well as traveling and exploring new places. From Sunday drives and early adventures mailing letters to himself from different towns just to collect the postmarks, to cross-country journeys with no set agenda—heading out along the northern route and returning through the southern—Terry embraced the spirit of discovery. Along the way, he found a special place that became his home away from home on Martha's Vineyard.

Terry was also a man of deep faith. He loved singing in the choir, participating in the men's prayer group, and attending the annual men's retreat with St. John Fisher parish. His faith was an important part of his life and a source of strength, fellowship, and joy.

Over the years, Terry generously gave his time to others through community involvement. He volunteered with Boy Scout Troop 27 in Durham, coached his company's girls' softball team, delivered Meals on Wheels in Colchester, and volunteered at St John Fisher Church and Andover Hebron and Marlborough (AHM) Youth and Family Service for various community projects.

Terry is survived by his beloved wife, Paulette (Masse) Adams; his beloved blended family, George Adams Jr and wife Dawn (Glenney), John Adams and wife Amy (Veitch), David Adams and partner John Elmer, Liza (Montemerlo) Bonadies and husband Nick, Renee (Montemerlo) Poor and husband Chris; his cherished grandchildren, kairi glenney, Jacob Adams and his partner Shakaira Adorno, Terry Adams, Nicholas Bonadies, Caroline Bonadies, Charlie Poor and Gigi Poor; and great-grandchildren, Aidan Miranda, Amelia Adams and Aubrey Adams. He was predeceased by his mother Muriel (Caulford) Thibault and beloved Aunt Annie (Thresa Dykeman) Adamec and Uncle George Adamec. Terry's legacy lives on through his family to carry forward his values, his strength, and his love.

A funeral Mass will be held April 15, 2026, at 11:00 am, at St John Fisher Church, Marlborough, CT. Immediately following will be a celebration of his life downstairs in the parish hall. In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to AHM Youth and Family Service, 25 Pendleton Dr, Hebron, CT 06248.