John Edward Adams M.D.

John Adams Obituary

ADAMS, M.D. , John Edward On July 9, 2012, JOHN EDWARD ADAMS, M.D., died peacefully amongst his family. He was born May 11, 1930 in Cumberland, MD to the late Henrietta and Clyde Adams. Dr. Adams is survived by his wife of 53 years, June L. Adams; four children, Mindy Helene, Leslie C. Adams, Sarah P. Adams, M.D., John E. Adams Jr.; brother, William W. Adams, and seven grandchildren.
A graveside service will be held at Lorraine Park Cemetery for immediate family. Details regarding a public memorial service will be announced. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to Children's Defense Fund, UNICEF, CARE, The Johns Hopkins Children's Center, Save the Children, St. Jude's Hospital, or any other charity having to do with the welfare of children. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.peacefulalternatives.com

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Published by Baltimore Sun on Jul. 11, 2012.

Memories and Condolences
for John Adams

14 Entries

Ronald Lee Sirota

July 6, 2023

John has a special place in my heart and was a seminal figure in my career. He had a myriad of wonderful qualities and was a very important role for me. An amusing anecdote: we always were well aware in our Pathology department when John was coming down the hall. He had squeaky shoes which we could hear from quite a distance. Ron Sirota M.D.

Ronald Lee Sirota

July 5, 2022

I often still think of John and the impact he had I my career. He was a wonderful role model, a treasured friend and a great man. I miss him.

July 30, 2012

I love you Uncle John.

Tamatha Hickman

July 29, 2012

I was devastated to learn of Dr. Adams' ("Dr. John" to me) passing...he was like a second father to me. I remember being quite intimidated by him when I first met him, but was delighted to discover that, quite contrary to my initial impression, he shared a love of fairy folklore with me!!! For years we'd send each other little fairy trinkets. He was an amazing, warm, brilliant and loving man who I'll forever miss.

WJK

July 25, 2012

What a GREAT GUY. What a GREAT LOSS.

I first met John when he was on the physicians' peer review board, and I was working at DHMH. I can still remember his kind words and cheerful impish grin… but most of all…. I remember his tie. John wore a tie embroider with multiple IITYWIMWYBMAD verbiage. When first seeing it, I feel for the gage, asking what the fancywork meant; he would only say ‘If-I-Tell-You-What-It-Means-Will-You-Bye-Me-A-Drink', thereafter I said ‘sure', to which he repeated, ‘If-I-Tell-You-What-It-Means-Will-You-Bye-Me-A-Drink'. I then got the joke, he got a laugh, and I became a lifelong admirer of John.

To this day, when I think of John I can't help but smile, remembering his humor.

July 14, 2012

Dearest John

You began as my boss and came to be my mentor and, from that, my wonderful friend. I can not imagine this world or my life without you. I have thought of calling you so many times since your death, only to realize that all I have is your voice message on the other end and that there will be no more chats with you. My family loved you, I loved you. You have taught me so much about life, work and enjoying life. For that and so many other things I will be eternally grateful. Until my tears dry and I see you in the next life, and see that incredible smile and hear your infectious laugh, I will think of you often and will continue to follow your wise and genuine words and advice. I am forever grateful to you. Rest in peace, my dear, lovely friend. I will miss you so very much. Love, Nancy Grimm

Barbara Hardesty

July 13, 2012

I know John as a giving and compassionate person. He was my sister's angel-on-earth while fighting cancer. Thank you, John, for being part of our family and setting up the Nancy J. Petrarca Compassionate Caregiver Award at GBMC. Your legacy will live on. We will miss you.

Sue Ellen Filar

July 12, 2012

As the young, new Chief of Pathology, Dr. John E. Adams hired me soon after GBMC opened its doors. We worked together and remained good friends through the years, as did many of his other employees. A brilliant physician and clinician, Dr. Adams was the consummate professional. More importantly, he was a kind, considerate, and generous man. Rest in peace, JEA - your friendship was a blessing to all of us who had the good fortune to know you.

Valerie Indge

July 11, 2012

John Adams will be long remembered by those of us fortunate enough to have worked with him.A true professional in every sense of the word but also a caring and considerate individual.

Joan Wright

July 11, 2012

Dr. John E. Adams spent a good part of his life helping others. He will be in my thoughts, as well as others, for many years to come.

Harry Jones

July 11, 2012

I was saddened to hear of Dr. Adams passing. He is remembered and honored for his life contributions; by me and my family.

Jim Waurin

July 11, 2012

Thanks to Dr. Adams giving me a job in his new cytogenetics lab, I have gone on to have a wonderful career in genetics. I will always be most appreciative. Thank you, Dr. A.

Mary Sadlowski

July 11, 2012

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
I knew Dr. Adams from the days of CLAMP and GBMC. He was a very good boss and strong individual. May he rest in peace.

Ronald Sirota

July 11, 2012

I was deeply saddened to learn of John's death. One of the great figures in my life. Made an indelible and unforgettable impression in my life

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