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Paula ADAMS Obituary
75, of St. Petersburg, FL, passed away Sunday, June 9, 2019. She was born July 13, 1943 in Toledo, OH and moved to St. Petersburg at age three months. She was a 1961 graduate of St. Petersburg High School. Paula was a 53 year member of Beta Sigma Phi International, Sunshine City Council, during which time she served as chapter or council president and committee chairman numerous times. In 1971, as 'Petunia', she was a founding member of the Beta Bozos clown group, serving as chairman from 1983 to 2018, visiting hospitalized children and nursing home residents and carrying the opening banner for the St. Petersburg Illuminated Night Parade. Paula is survived by her husband of 52 years, James D. Adams; son, James M. Adams (Carla); grandsons, Michael J. and David P. Adams; daughter, Elizabeth A. Wright (Eric); brother, Roger W. Hines (Darcelle); and sister, Pamela M. Devine.
A Celebration of Life is being planned for August, 2019.
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Sharon Ingram
June 10, 2020
I read once again the loving poem "Forever Friends" shared at Paula's memorial a year ago. It brought tears to my eyes as I remembered a wonderful friend and sister. She is greatly missed. She is thought of often and she is truly missed by many. Rest is peace Dear Paula.
Vera & Jonell Wagner
June 21, 2019
Miss you Paula, rest in peace until we meet again. Beta hugs and kisses.
Sharon Ingram
June 18, 2019
Paula will be missed by many sorority sisters and I will especially miss her smile and our talks. She was a wonderful sister and friend. I will always appreciate her support and friendship. Please know she is a special angel now and is looking down on us, May the family treasure the many wonderful memories of this very talented and loving wife, mother and grandmother. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Judy Pell
June 18, 2019
I will miss my sorority sister, but I know she will always be with me. Thank you to the Adams' Family for sharing her with us. Rest In Peace Sister
JKH/JW
June 17, 2019
My sincerest condolences to the Adams Family for the loss of your loved one, Paula Jean, and pray you find comfort in Psalms 91:2.
PAM Devine
June 16, 2019
I have many Loving thoughts and memories of you being my big sister ❤.I have such peace nowing I will see you again one day LOVE YOU PAULA JEAN LOVE PAM
Gretchen
June 16, 2019
I will miss your bright, gentle soul but will never forget you! Fly with angels, Paula...
A D
June 16, 2019
Our sympathies and thoughts of peace to the Adams family. Please take comfort in our heavenly Father's promise at (Isaiah 40:1).
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