Name: Calling hours for Joseph F. Adamec
Start: 2024-10-25T19:00:00.000Z
End: 2024-10-25T23:00:00.000Z
Location: Wendel and Loecher Funeral Home - Lancaster

Adamec, Joseph F.

Oct 18, 2024

Of Lancaster, NY beloved husband of Mary (Siska) Adamec; loving father of Stephen (late Cindy) (Linda Colangelo), Joseph (Theresa), Todd (Anne) and Robyn Hoffman; "Papa" "Grandpa" of 10 grandchildren and 2 great-grandchildren; brother of Ellen (late Nick) DeSimone and Linda (Frank) Zadlo; also survived by nieces and nephews. Family will receive relatives and friends at the WENDEL & LOECHER INC. FUNERAL HOME 27 Aurora St. Lancaster, NY Friday October 25th from 3:00-7:00 pm. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at St. Mary of the Assumption Church Lancaster, NY Saturday the 26th at 9:30 am (please assemble at church). Joe loved family and friends and was always willing to lend a hand or offer advice. He was the Lancaster High School soccer coach for 46 years, an educator, founding member of the Lancaster-Depew Soccer Club, lifetime member of the Moose Club, an avid reader and Alum of Cortland University. In lieu of flowers, donation may be made to the Hospice Foundation. Share condolences at wendelandloecherinc.com.

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Published by Buffalo News on Oct. 20, 2024.

Memories and Condolences
for Joseph Adamec

18 Entries

Stanley Weaver

October 28, 2024

As an alumni of Mohonasen High School in Rotterdam, NY, I was also a soccer player with Joe and we played many games together at Bigsbee School. My wife and I graduated with Joe and Mary in 1960. We were the first graduating class of Mohonasen. We have many fond memories of Joe and Mary and are sorry for his passing. Our deepest sympathies to his wife, Mary and their family. Stanley and Phyllis Weaver

Mike Pintabona

October 28, 2024

Todd-
Sending my heart felt condolences to you and your family. God Bless.

Julianne Zawacki-Corriere

October 26, 2024

Grief can be so hard, but our memories & stories from friends help us cope. Saying prayers & keeping your family in my heart in this rough time.

Kevin Barci

October 23, 2024

I met Joe very early in my soccer referee life. He took the time to talk with me and encourage me to stay with it. I know Joe has touched many player's, referee's and sports fans, to follow their dreams and respect the game's. Know that your Dad, grandfather and great grandfather left a positive lifetime impression on many people. Much love and condolences to Steve and the Adamec family.

Gary DeLuke

October 23, 2024

So sorry to hear of Joes passing. I was a classmate at Mohonasen High Many fond memories. My sympathies to the family.

Kathy Macko

October 21, 2024

Dear Mary and Family...our sympathies and prayers are with you and our family during this time. God Bless Joe! Kathy Macko and family!

Christopher Bartolone

October 21, 2024

My deepest condolences. Looking back playing Soccer with Coach Adamec were some of my favorite years and fondest memories. He said long after I stopped playing to remember him by this.. Pictures below. May all the memories you helped create let your legacy live on!

Robert Ostrozinski

October 20, 2024

Mr Adamec was a great educator and a wonderful friend to the Buffalo and Western New York Soccer community. It was always great to seen him when doing Lancaster games. I’m saddened to hear of his passing. RIP Mr Adamec. Sympathies for the entire Adamec family and friends.

Bruce Criel

October 20, 2024

I played for Coach Adamec at Lancaster in the early 1970s. As much as I enjoyed playing for him, his biggest impact was the mentoring he provided me during those teenage years. I will forever be grateful for his guidance and wisdom......and for his coaching, which turned a ragtag group of guys into a very good soccer team!

Tige Schnobrick

October 20, 2024

My coach. I played my best because of you, Coach. I couldn't be happier for you that you are now home and at peace, you deserve it! We will celebrate you on Friday. Good Bless you

Chris Au

October 20, 2024

Today we have lost a founding father of Lancaster Soccer. Joe, you helped put Lancaster on the soccer map. When I walk across the soccer fields of Westwood park and I see all the children playing, it was because of Joe and the other founding members. It would have not happened without you. Adamec family and especially Mary, Shelley and I offer our prayers and condolences. Joe, the man on the golf cart and the man with the clip board, you will me missed. Chris Au

Mike Greenberg

October 20, 2024

Sorry to hear of Joe´s passing. I enjoyed the times I would Referee a Soccer game @ Lancaster, wonderful coach for all the boys. May your memory be eternal

October 20, 2024

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Diane M Wickham

October 19, 2024

So sad to hear of Joe's passing. He was the guru of Lancaster-Depew soccer to me, an introduction to refs, players, and coaches...the beautiful game that has meant so much to me. Will never think of him without a smile.

Tony Occhiuto

October 19, 2024

My deepest and heartfelt condolences to the Adamec family. Joe was one of a kind. We are all better people for having known him. We will all miss him.

Peggi & Dave Constantino

October 19, 2024

Mary and family, We are heartbroken of Joe’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Love to all. RIP Joe.

Joann Bisesi

October 19, 2024

So sorry for your loss. May he rest in peace.

Bill Schroeder

October 19, 2024

To the Adamec Family, please accept my heartfelt condolences for Joe's passing. I worked with Joe for years as a groundskeeper/maintenance worker and always enjoyed working with him. I'm so sorry for our loss.

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