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A.V. Adams Obituary
PEORIA - A.V. Adams, 82, of Peoria passed away peacefully at his residence at 7 a.m. on Saturday, Nov. 1, 2014.
He was born on Feb. 2, 1932, to the late Abe Adams and Savannah Grayson in Rosedale, Miss. A.V. was married to the late Dorothy Adams (Anderson) for 46 years. She preceded him in death.
A.V. was the anchor of his family and enjoyed life. He was a natural athlete and a man of character who was one of the best pool shooters around. He enjoyed fishing, bowling and playing cards. He was honorably discharged from the U.S. Army in 1953 and was a member of the American Legion Post 1151.
A.V. was retired from Pabst Blue Ribbon for 22 years, later working for the Peoria Area Food Bank for nine years.
He leaves to cherish his precious memories: two sons, Samuel Scott of China and Stanley Adams of Peoria, Ill.; one daughter, Alice Fay (David) Adams; one godson, Tony (Juanita) Foster; seven grandchildren, Christopher Adams, Chautauqua Hightower, Kinan Adams, Sean Adams, Kameron Adams, Ana Adams and Samuel Adams, all of Peoria; and nine great-grandchildren; along with a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and dear friends who adored him and will miss him dearly.
A.V. was preceded in death by his wife, three brothers and seven sisters.
The family would like to give a special thanks to Illinois Cancer Care Center, UnityPoint Health-Methodist Hospice and all of the family and friends who made his last days comfortable.
A home-going celebration will be at 12 noon on Saturday, Nov. 8, 2014, at Mt. Zion MB Church, with visitation commencing one hour prior at 11 a.m. Pastor Keith McDonald will officiate. Interment for A.V. will be Monday, Nov. 10, 2014, in Camp Butler National Cemetery.
Arrangements were made especially for A.V.'s family and professionally directed by T.W. Parks Colonial Chapel.
Online condolences or words of encouragement can be made at www.twparkschapel.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for A.V. Adams
Stanley Adams
November 13, 2014
My pops and my hero, one of coolest,smoothest, realest men to grace this earth. love you always RIP Dad. S.A
Robin B.
November 12, 2014
Heaven gained one heck of a pool player with a great smile! He will be remembered and missed.
Vickie King
November 10, 2014
Blessings, peace & comfort to your family is my prayer for you. You have my deepest sympathy.
Marilyn McClain
November 9, 2014
God Bless your family at this time.
J Morris
November 9, 2014
I am so sorry for your lost words cannot describe the amount of pain that you and your family have at this time. I know that the family needs encouragement because this is something that's not natural to mankind we were not created to live and grow old and die. Almighty god promise to allow you to see your love one again in perfect health. I hope that this brings you comfort.
November 8, 2014
My deepest Condolences to your family. Trust in God in this difficult time, and remember 1Thessalonians 4:13-18
November 7, 2014
May the peace of rest,rule and abide in your lives and God give you strength in the days ahead. Weeping may endure for a night but joy will come in the morning. God bless the family.
Theresa Smith Walker
November 7, 2014
Growing up on Underhill St. when I was a child. I remember Mr. Adams being an cool man. I loved the way he walked. May God give the family comfort.
Valerie Berry-Blake
November 7, 2014
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Linda Gaines
November 7, 2014
Uncle A.V., R.I.P. Stanley, Faye, and Family; may the peace of God comfort your hearts at this time.
Joe McKinley
November 6, 2014
Stan & Faye my condolences prayers sympathy & love for earth has no sorrow heaven cannot heal.
November 6, 2014
Stan and Alice, sorry to hear about your father. Peace and blessings
Lyle & Lola Smith
N. Las Vegas, NV
Phillip Goodwin
November 6, 2014
Stan and Alice I am so sad to hear of your fathers passing. May he Rest in Peace and may God Bless you and your families.
Evelyn Tate_Clayton
November 6, 2014
My deepest sympathy to the Adams family, May theprecious memory of your loved one help to comfort you at this time. A.V. & my brother Bill Fortune were good friends & competiers.
November 6, 2014
A.V. will be missed. Heaven gained another great man and great player.
Kathleen Spearman
November 6, 2014
May God wrap his loving arms around the family of A.V. during this time. He was a ole school pool player, and was always the best dressed gentleman. RIP A.V.
jesse johnson
November 6, 2014
my heartfelt condolences to the adamsfamily
Tammie Stutler
November 6, 2014
Absolutely heartbreaking! RIP AV...aka my "Morgan Freeman". You will be greatly missed.
Dennis Broadnax
November 6, 2014
My uncle my favorite.....u will be dearly miss. It will never be the same coming home again knowing i won't be able to here you joking about how i play point guard with all that weight. Its not a time to be sad it's a time to celebrate my uncle. Faye and Stan i will keep u guys in prayer. RIP unk!!!!
Holly Stanton
November 6, 2014
So sorry for your loss. AV was such an awesome man, to say nothing of a great pool player. It was a true pleasure to have known him. My prayers are with all of you.
stacy richardson
November 6, 2014
My prayers go out to the Adams family. Grandpa you will truly be missed nd never forgotten. We love you so much
Linda Lee
November 6, 2014
AV was one of the sweetest souls that God put in our lives. I loved playing pool with him on league and was always offering kind words of wisdom during our games. You are truly missed AV. RIP
Ronda Hines
November 6, 2014
Sorry for your Loss. Will be praying for the family.
Jennifer Freeman
November 6, 2014
My sympathy to the family and friends of AV. He will be greatly missed in the pool community. He was always smiling and a joy to be around. Thoughts and prayers with all of you!
Debbie Brooks-Sherlock
November 6, 2014
RIP A.V. you will be deeply missed!
Debbie Brooks-Sherlock
November 6, 2014
A.V. was a wonderful man who I met from playing Pool. Always wearing a smile and sharing kind words. He will be missed by many. Wishing you peace to bring comfort, courage to face the days ahead and loving memories to forever hold in your hearts.
Scott Asbell
November 6, 2014
Been out of pool leagues several years but still thought of A.V. guite often. Played on a few teams with him... And against him. I Always enjoyed running into him and am sorry that I hadn't seen him in a long time. We used to joke around a lot and I used to give him a hard time about all his different hats:-) What a great person. My sincere condolences.
Nancy Windsor
November 6, 2014
What a wonderful man we have lost. My deepest sympathy to his family.
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