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David Adamson Obituary
David Michael Adamson passed away peacefully at home on June 13, 2020. He was surrounded by his wife and children, as well as his adoring grandchildren.
David was born on September 29, 1945 in Payson, Utah to Mark and LaRee Adamson. Having three older sisters, he was the baby boy his family had waited so long for and was adored by them. He graduated from BY High and attended BYU. He served as a missionary in the French East Mission, following which he married Linda Bowen Adamson in the Salt Lake Temple on June 5, 1968. He went on to attend dental school at Loyola University School of Dentistry in Chicago, and practiced as a dentist in the Sandy area for many years.
David was known for his energy, passion, and adventurous spirit. He was a faithful member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. He served in many capacities, his favorite being as Scout Leader. He loved to serve and mentor boys in all aspects of scouting and many today still recall the impact he had on their lives.
He traveled extensively with his wife and children. His hobbies included scouting, hunting, fishing, flying, scuba diving, and spending time at his beloved ranch in Montana. It was there he most loved to be with his wife during the summers and enjoy the beautiful wildlife and nature that surrounded them.
David is survived by his wife Linda and his five children: Greg (Elizabeth), Mindy (Michael), Andrew (Julie), Katie, and Kristie (Addison); 13 grandchildren; his sisters Dolores (Harold) Simons, Shirley Manwaring, and Carole Ziegler. He was preceded in death by his parents Mark and LaRee Adamson. Family services for David were held on Thursday June 18, 2020. Interment at Larkin Sunset Gardens Cemetery.
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Patty
June 15, 2024
Hello,
Scott and Patty Schafbuch (Atkinson) and Kathy Atkinson are sending our thoughts to you all at this time. My mom says she thinks of David often. He was a part of our family as our dentist and friend. My mom always had a special friendship with him all the years they worked together.
Best to you all! He is missed.
Mary Bossart
June 1, 2021
My first dental hygiene position was with Dr. Adamson, and by far my most favorite job. I am saddened by his passing and will never forget him.
Les Brown
June 23, 2020
So sorry to hear about Daves passing. I was a classmate and friend at B Y High. My deepest condolences to Linda and his children.
Les Brown
Patty Schafbuch
June 22, 2020
I am saddened to hear of his passing. I was a patient for many many years and so were my children. My mom Kathy Atkinson worked for David from the very beginning of his practice until she retired and not only had a great working relationship but considered him a friend. I cared a lot about him also. He was always very supportive of myself and my family. He was a good man! My thoughts are with his family.
Scott V Glade
June 22, 2020
David was my favorite senior companion in St Etiene ., France in 1966. He has been an example of courage, goodness and boundless enthusiasm for me for five decades. I love him as a friend, a mentor and a perfect example of being himself and sharing of himself. Scott V Glade, FEM and sometime patient.
June 21, 2020
The best dentist ever ... my 2 little girls started with Dr Adamson and soon after the whole family was going to him. Missed him terribly when he stopped . Condolences to his family
Chan
June 21, 2020
My condolences Adamson family. As you endure this sorrow, may the peace of God guard your hearts.
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