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Gilbert Adams Obituary
July 14, 2025
Gilbert James "Jim" Adams, 73, of Union Springs, passed away so unexpectedly Monday, July 14, 2025 at his home. Born in Auburn, he was a life resident of the area and owned and operated A and T Transportation and Adams Logistics for more than 25 years until his "retirement." His last place of employment was Cayuga Drug and Alcohol Testing.
Words are hard to come by to express what a good man he was as he went through his life. He had an ability few possess and that was to understand and get along with people from all walks of life. This was his gift. His sense of humor can't be forgotten either. I know his children and grandchildren will pass that along.
As for me, from the words of the poem Funeral Blues by W.H. Auden:
"He was my North, my South, my East and West,
My working week and my Sunday rest,
My noon, my midnight, my talk, my song;
I thought that love would last forever: I was wrong."
He is survived by his best friend and wife of 47 years, Mary Beth Clancy Adams; his daughters, Heather Wheat (Bill) and Holley Dayman (Darren); son, James Stuart Adams (Jen); seven grandchildren: Karic, Brad (Kass), Ryan, Austin, William, Maisy and Kate; one great-grandchild, Antonio; and several nieces and nephews.
In addition to his mother, Frieda Jaskow; Jimmy is predeceased by five siblings; and the smallest love of his life, his best friend, Stella.
There are no services offered at this time. Arrangements are with White Chapel Funeral Home, Inc., 197 South St., Auburn
Jimmy would love any donations to go to Finger Lakes SPCA of CNY, 41 York Street, Auburn, NY 13021.
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Jerry and Carolyn Caleb
July 25, 2025
Jerry and I would like to extend our sympathy. Jimmy was a wonderful friend. I have so many memories of the fun we all had with our horses. He will be missed. Mary Beth we send our love and a hug to you. Carolyn and Jerry Caleb
J. Jeffrey Martino
July 23, 2025
So very sorry for your loss, Mary Beth...as you know, Jim and I were close friends since grade school...I will miss that smile and laugh... Thoughts and prayers go out to you and the family, Jeff
David Kulakowski
July 22, 2025
Very sorry for your loss. I had known Jimmy for over 50 years. A great man who always seemed to have a friendly smile. May he rest in peace.
Rick Ganey
July 21, 2025
Mary Beth and I´m so sorry, Jimmy was a great man. Rick
Eileen adams
July 20, 2025
You had look Ed like your dad
Robert Adams
July 20, 2025
Our prayers are with the family. Jimmy was a cousin of mine. However, never got much time with him. I can´t tell you how many times I was told how much of a Great guy he was. Rest in Peace Jimmy.
Fred Lang
July 20, 2025
So sorry for your loss, Jimmy was a good man. Wish we could've spent more time together.
John Eisenschmidt
July 20, 2025
I remember Jimmy from the pool hall days. I had a chance last year to see him at his sister's memorial. He had not changed one bit. He was the same personable friendly guy I remembered. I am very glad I had that occasion to reconnect. Please accept our condolences. John
Marc & Wendy Ferro
July 20, 2025
We have known Jim for a long time. He was just a wonderful friendly person. He will be greatly missed.
Phyllis Allen
July 20, 2025
Please accept our most heartfelt sympathies with the passing of Jim.
Jim was a very old friend, we haven't seen in years, but when we did he always had kind words to share.
Enjoy and cherish your memories.
Remember his love for you and that will keep him close to your hearts.
Prayers for all of you and also Jim.
May you have peace in your new life with OUR LORD.
God Bless.
Fritz & Phyllis (Garr) Allen
Cyndy Washburn
July 19, 2025
My thoughts and prayers to Mary Beth and family. Jim was a great person and I always enjoyed visiting with Jim and Mary Beth. They were great people that were there if you needed anything. Just recently I saw Mary Beth and chatted for a short time with her. RIP Jim and please watch over those close to you. Let me know if I can be of any help during this difficult time.
Jim Baier
July 19, 2025
I've known Jim since we were in grade school together. Although never very close, he was a special person who I always enjoyed sharing conversation with. Mary Beth and family, I am very saddened to learn of his untimely passing. Please accept my sincerest condolences.
Larry Dean
July 19, 2025
So, so sad Jim has passed away so suddenly. I had the great pleasure of working with Jim and Mary Beth on a number of occasions and they were not only wonderful clients but wonderful people as well.
Jim will be missed by everyone who had the good fortune to have known him.
My deepest sympathy to Mary Beth and his family.
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