Menu
Search by Name
Search by Name
Adam Merkys Obituary
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Adam Merkys
Sponsored by anonymous.
Steve
April 29, 2025
Hey brother miss you
Dad
July 5, 2021
Still missing you...But I do know you are in His kingdom enjoying everlasting life and happiness.
Always in my thoughts...Proud to be your Dad...So many great memories !
Phoenix Cox
January 16, 2018
❤
May 2, 2014
For you my son! Love, mom
May 2, 2014
Hi little boy! It's been 14 years since I lost you. It hurts so much and I'll love you always Adam! Love, mom
Dana Zukauskas
December 22, 2013
Linskmu Kaledu
My Baby Adam at 6 months old!
Dana Zukauskas
December 21, 2013
Was looking at pics of you when you were a little guy. Miss you so much Adam! I love you. Take care of Baba and Dukas until I get there. Linksmu Kaledu !
Dana Zukauskas
August 27, 2013
Happy birthday Adam! Love you, mom
You at two years old!
Dana Zukauskas
August 27, 2013
Happy Birthday son, I miss you today as I have in all the past 10 years. There is nothing more I'd like than to bake you a cake, give you a present and a hug & kiss! You will always stay in my heart until the day I die and can once again be with you! Love you, mom
Mom
May 3, 2013
Well Adam Baba is all yours now. Take care of her for me and before you know it she'll be caring for you! She loved to play cards with you and your brothers. Your name was mentioned during her funeral mass and the pain of loosing you hit me like a brick, again! Miss you, Baba & Dukas so much! Love you Adam!
Marc Divello
May 2, 2013
I came to see you today. Haven't been here in 10 years. I still miss you everyday. I promise to not wait 10 more years to come back.
Dana Zukauskas
December 25, 2012
Miss you like crazy son!
One year old Adam
December 25, 2012
Adam with brother Stephen.
December 25, 2012
Dana Zukauskas
August 27, 2012
Happy Birthday son! Love mom.
August 27, 2012
Happy Birthday Adam! You are 33 today! I;m sure you know that your brother Justin named his first son after you on Saturday when little Adam John "Jack" was born. You will never be forgotten my son. I love and miss you so much. The pain of loosing you does not lessen with time -- want you back in my life. But I know I must wait to be with you in new life with God.
phoenix cox
May 4, 2012
Still miss your smile, and think about you often.
Marc Divello
May 2, 2012
I miss you everyday my old friend. Not a day goes by that I don't think of you and all the crazy things we did together. Love you Adam.
Dana Zukauskas
December 25, 2011
Merry Christmas Adam! We love ande miss you very much!!!!! Love, mom
Sarah White
May 2, 2011
In honor of your memory.
Dana Zukauskas
May 2, 2011
Little boy, I miss you so much! You are in my thoughts daily. Wish you were still with all of us!!!!!! It hurts today as much as it did 8 years ago my son! Love you always, mom.
January 9, 2010
Hey my sweet Adam,
Miss you so very much. I cried about you the other day cause it hurts not to have you with me. You are in my thoughts always.
Love ya,
mom
January 7, 2010
hey brother. Sitting at work thinking about you. Miss you a whole lot dude. Love steve
Dana Ojala
December 29, 2005
Sweet Adam,
I miss you so much. Lately you have been in my thoughts quite often. Adam, your grandpa is not well and I'd hoped that you will show him the way when his time comes. He loved you very much as does your grandmother. I miss you son. Watch for grandpa.
Love you mom
Dana Ojala
November 29, 2005
Hey Adam,
I know that you have been watching what's going on down here. Wonderful things for both Steve and Justin. Wish you were here to celebrate with all of us. You are in my heart and thoughts daily. Hope your Thanksgiving was as happy as ours.
Love,
momma
April 24, 2005
Beloved son,
You are missed so very much. Time has stood still since you passed -- you are so fresh in my mind. This is where I relive the good times and the bad times. We all love you more than you'll ever know. Your brothers Steve and Justin keep you close to their hearts. We know that no matter where we live that you are with us.
Love you sooooo much,
mom
Brooke Ojala
August 22, 2004
Adam,
Even though we didn't get to see eachother often I always felt a bond with you, you were so cool. I had so much fun hanging out with you and my other new brothers. I'm glad that our families joined together and I know that you are still with us. Love ya lots!
Dana Ojala
August 19, 2004
Hi Adam,
How is life in heaven? It must be more beautiful than we can ever imagine. You are safe with Jesus and all His angels.
Everyday, every single day you are in my thoughts. Sometimes I think of a time when you were tiny -- especially you wearing those green and white swimming trunks. Justin,you,and Stephen would play in your pool til you guys dropped. The three of you are definately my gift from God. See you up there one day Adam -- meet me when it's my time. Love you for eternity!
Mom
Dana Ojala
May 3, 2004
Dearest Adam,
Well kiddo it sure looks like you have many friends that do and will continue to miss you. You must of been one heck of a friend to them. I'm so glad that I got to meet some of them last year. Keep smiling down at us while we keep smiling up at you!!!!!
All my love,
Mom
Annie Wenzel
May 3, 2004
Dearest Adam,
How are you doing buddy? I can't belive it has already been a year. I think of you often and remember all the fun times we had. You are doing a great job of taking care of your family and brothers. You would be very proud of Steve, he is doing so well. The Merkys family are good solid people and I'm glad you could be a part of my life. Love ya bro!
Jenny Hohs
May 2, 2004
Today it has been one year since you passed and I think about you just as much as I did when this all happened. I miss you a lot, Adam. I have a lot of great memories of you. I hope that Heaven is treating you well. I'll continue to pray for you as usual. Watch for me and Val today. We are gonna hook you up with some awesome flowers.
Love you and miss you.
Phoenix Cox
March 12, 2004
I miss our conversations. I miss calling you after not speaking for weeks at a time and thinking it was like only yesterday that we talked. Adam would say, Oh, thats so wierd- I was just thinking of you" Adam always made me feel good and loved. I know there was something that was so special between us it will never fade- not even now. I have a different life now, but Adam is still a huge part of my heart and soul. I know Adam is happy now and I look forward to being with him again. He was funny, smart, sarcastic (which was my favorite), shy, caring, loving, emotional, curious, and everything a girl would want in a first love. Everyone who knew Adam was very privileged and lucky. I always thank God that I had him as such a large part of my life. I miss you Adam and I will love you always.
Dana Ojala
March 11, 2004
Hi Adam,
Soon the spring flowers will show their pretty faces to all and soon I'll be at your grave side looking at your final resting place. Hopefully I'll be able to plant some bulbs or pansies like you did last year in April, two weeks before you were laid to rest next to your grandmothers grave. I'm so glad that she is with you along with your grandfather -- you're never alone son.
Each day I think of you. Sometimes remembering a funny stunt you pulled off or how you looked the very last time I saw you. Remember when you emptied a whole can of Baby Cornstarch on your baby brother while he was in his crib. Stephen was only 4 mos. old and you were just two. When I saw powdery smoke coming out of the nursery I ran upstairs and their you were in the corner with just a t-shirt and diaper on grinning while Steve was completely covered in powder. All I could see were his eyes. I laughed so hard that I cried. We just cleaned up Stephen together and I got to vacuum alot that day.
You are so handsome Adam as are your brothers. Many lives have been touched by your smile and love toward people.
I'll be there soon to plant some flowers just like you did. Love you always son . . .
Mom
Yana Petkov
March 10, 2004
Sweet Adam,
Last night I took a walk, and as I looked up at the sky there was a full moon and a big bright shining star. I closed my eyes and prayed hard that you have found peace in the heavens above. Adam, this is Yana who used to live with your dearest Mom a few years ago. I enjoyed it so much when you and your brothers came over - you are like family to me. I will never forget how you enjoyed listening to classical music, and also when I played the piano. I think of you often, and each time I feel as if you are very close... and you are, to my heart and soul. Know that you will never be forgotten by those who love you. Sweet Adam, I love you very much and miss you. I'll be seeing you every time I look up at the bright stars.
Annie Wenzel
January 18, 2004
Dear Adam,
It's been a while since I wrote you. It's now 2004 and I'm hoping for a better year for everybody. Vicki and Justin will be getting married this year and it will be nice to have the family together in a joyous situation. Your brother seems to be doing better he is keeping busy and that makes me happy. I turned 22 this month. Watch over your brothers and your family.
Mom in Kansas
January 9, 2004
Happy New Year Adam!!!! It's been so very hard without you in my life. If only I could have spoken to you the day before you passed away when you left a message on my phone -- you wanted to tell me something that was going on at the time . . . I'll never know, not until we meet in heaven.
Love always,
Mom
Dana Ojala
December 28, 2003
Dearest Adam,
This Christmas was not the easiest to get through -- I miss you so much. Finally you are without pain and anguish. The Lord is watching over you forever.
I can see your face when I close my eyes -- it's a happy face and you're smiling. Love you my son!
Mom
November 2, 2003
Adam ... today will be six months since you went to heaven. Is it really nice there? I've called your cell phone just to here your voice. Do you hear me when I speak to you?
Adam I am so very proud of you. Thank you for giving us Terry to add to our family. You found a wonderful friend in Terry. He loves you very much. Terry continues to grieve as do your brothers and the rest of your family. We are finding a great deal of difficulty in your passing from our lives so soon. Stephen needs to hear from you in his dreams or however you can -- let him know that you are very happy being next to Jesus. This is the goal of every christian Adam, to be next to Jesus for eternity. I pray to Him to help soothe the hearts of your brothers, Terry, and the rest of us.
If I could change the past it would be that I had raised all three of you boys during your early and teen years. This is a part of my life that will forever leave me feeling a failure and empty. Forgive me boys! I love you -- my Justin, my Adam, and my baby, Stephen!
Mom
Mom
October 9, 2003
Hey Pupala,
Wish you were with us now to enjoy the super Kansas weather! I know that you would laugh if you heard the rooster crowing, and the cows mooing in the mornings around here. Adam, you'd love the fresh air and bright starry nights. I wanted to spend time with you and so much more before you went to heaven. Remember the great walk we took together when Justin lived in Oak Park -- the day was sunny and warm and the spring flowers were just starting to pop up their heads. I want you and your brothers to know how much I wish that I was there for you guys while you were growing up. I've always loved you guys sooo much, but there was a time when my life was questionable. Never doubt that I loved you three. Adam I hope you can find it in your heart to forgive me for not raising you and your brothers during your early years. If I could change the past, maybe you would still be here with all of us. I was supposed to die before you son. Save a spot in heaven for me -- then I'll give you the biggest bear hug and kiss ever. Help your brothers go on with their lives and prosper. Your right Adam, you have made your whole family and all your friends so very proud of you! Love you, Mom
Annie
October 7, 2003
Dear Adam,
I think of you often. You're brother Steve misses you tremendously and I am asking you to watch over him. Now is the time for family and loved ones to come together.
Phoenix Gross
October 1, 2003
Dear Adam,
Well it is getting colder out and Halloween will be here soon. I have been thinking alot about you lately. I have all those pictures of you, me, Greg, and Peggy carving pumpkins. It was so funny becuase you had to wear gloves since you diidn't want to touch the icky slimey pumpkin insides. I am laughing because you would not carve the pumpkin, but stab it with a crazy face. It doesnt seem that long ago that we were arranging our pumpkins outside on the porch. I hope you know that I will never forget about the times we've shared together over all those years. I will always love you and you know that. I just miss you and I wish we got together more before all this crap happened to you. I am so pissed that we didnt talk after that time we met in Chicago. You told me how well you were doing and I believed you. I guess thats all I wanted to believe. I miss you- but I know you are way more happy now than you were before. I will love you always.
Annie Wenzel
September 5, 2003
Dearest Adam,
I heared you had some visitors on your birthday. I gave Steve some roses to bring you. Me and Steve speak of you often. What I remember best about you was that you loved to eat and go out to eat, we had that in common. I also remember your old NO FEAR hat that you wore until there was nothing left then you went to your Bass Pro Shops hat. I still remember when you used to tan outside at Marshall court and we all couldn't believe how hairy you were! I remember how Greg used to adore you, you are his favorite, he told me that. We all had such good times together and we will again.
Love Always,
Annie
Justin
August 28, 2003
Happy birthday bro!
Dana Ojala
August 27, 2003
My dearest Adam ... today is your 23rd birthday! I wish that you were here so that we could all celebrate this wonderful day that ocurred twenty-three years ago. Your brothers, Terry, Von and I miss you so very much. All day you have been in my thoughts and heart. I love you pupala. Just know that I wish you the very best HAPPY BIRTHDAY son!!! Always know that a mother could never be prouder than I am about my three wonderful sons, Justin, Adam, and Stephen.
Love forever,
Mom
Phoenix Gross
August 20, 2003
It soon will be August 27, 2003- which would have been Adam's 23rd Birthday. I never forget Adam's birtrhday because school was always starting either on his birthday or around it. That was one thing neither one of us looked forward to-the summer ending...(except for the school clothes shopping--he loved that!).He would get back from shopping and call me to come over and look at his brand new shoes and shirts and jeans- with a huge smile that was like a little kid in a candy store.... Everyday I have thoughts and memories of Adam that make me smile. He was and will be my only important memory I will ever have of highschool. When I think of highschool, I think of Adam. He will always have a large piece of my heart that no one will ever have. I am glad to have Adam as my first true love and I am lucky to have experienced what love was with Adam. He will be in my heart and prayers forever, and I can't wait to see him again in heaven. I will never forget him or the love we shared. He was very special to me and everyone who knew the true Adam. My love goes out to all of his family and friends....
Dana Ojala
July 30, 2003
Adam,
Soon it will be three months since you went to heaven. Each night I look up at the stars and there is always one really bright star that usually is in the same place -- I believe that it is you way up with God. Hear me now Adam as I speak to you. You are in my thoughts each and every day my wonderful son. I am and always will be the proudest mom in the world to have you in my life as my son. You always are making me think about family and responsibility -- if only I could have been there for you before the last week of your life here on earth. I look forward to being with you again to hug and kiss you, and to share conversation. I love you Adam.
Mom
Mom
June 24, 2003
Adam,
You are thought of each and every day! The flowers you planted by your grandmothers grave are so pretty -- just like your heart is. I hope you heard me when I came to visit you on Saturday, May 21st. Your final resting place is very beautiful and peaceful. Justin, Von, Terry, and I came together to see you and say "Hi". I will visit again soon . . .
Love you, Mom
steve merkys
June 23, 2003
To my brother adam,
I love you
June 11, 2003
My Dearest Adam,
Your name is mentioned so frequently -- I enjoy hearing "Adam" said and remembered. At work a friend of mine just had her daughters wedding and her new son-in-laws name is Adam. What a beautiful name. I chose your name along with your brothers names with great thought. All three are very special to me. Justin, Adam, and Stephen -- what joy and pride the three of you bring to me. You are in my thoughts always.
Love,
Momma
June 5, 2003
Dearest Adam,
On May 31st Soni came to be with you in heaven. Now you have the kitty that you've always wanted to be your loving companion.
Love,
Momma
Momma
May 28, 2003
Dearest Adam,
It has been 3-1/2 weeks since you passed to be with Jesus. My sorrow is still so great. I miss those early morning phone calls with you on my way to work. Adam, I will always be proud of how you loved, how you cared about others, and how hard you tried.
Love always . . .
May 16, 2003
Dearest Adam,
You will forever live on in our hearts. I will wait patiently until we can hug each other again. May the Lord our Savior keep you warm and loved in His presence. I love you son!
Momma
Bobbie Dubish
May 15, 2003
Dana & Family, so very sorry to hear about Adam. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
April Keaton
May 15, 2003
Dear Dana, Justin, and Steve,
I was so sorry to hear about your loss. I hadn't spoken to Adam in a while, but I'll always remember visiting with your family when I was younger. I loved being with you all and always wished you could have become my brothers. My prayers are with you.
Roger Keaton
May 15, 2003
To Dana, Justin and Steve. May God comfort you during this great time of sorrow.I remember Adam (back in 1988-89)as a sweet, well behaved , somewhat shy,precious young man.Im truly confident he is in a better place today.I will always remember him. God bless him and his family.
Scott Boynton & Family
May 14, 2003
Justin & Family:
We are all so sorry to hear about your loss. Our prayers are with you and your family in this very hard time. Now Adam is in a safe place and we can all remember our happy times with him.
SANDY MIKE MARSHALL
May 12, 2003
I am so sorry for your loss.Our Prayers are with you.
John Zukauskas
May 10, 2003
I was so shocked to hear that my cousin Adam had died. We had not seen each other in so many years that my memories of Adam are of a happy and smiling child. Justin, Adam, Stevie, Michael and I enjoying our Grandparents farm in the summer. Young and carefree. Adam is now forever young and I know that he is in a better place, where the worries and pain of this world are no more. I am deeply saddened by his death, as is everyone whose life was lucky enough to be touched by Adam. My prayers and thoughts are with his many friends and his loving family.
God Bless and Love from John and family.
Mike Smith
May 9, 2003
To the Merkys Family, Let me express my condolences for your loss. I did not know Adam, but Justin always spoke warmly of his family. I pray that God's love and comfort will be with you.
Deirdre McNulty
May 8, 2003
Steve,
You and your family are in my prayers. I am sorry for your loss.
Cory Sauls
May 6, 2003
Justin,
My condolences go out to you and your loving family concerning your loss, if there is anything i can do let me know...
Laura Ryba
May 6, 2003
To Adam's Family: I am so sorry for your loss. Although it has been awhile since I have seen him, I will never forget Adam. I speak for a lot of his friends in high school and after high school when I say, he will be missed. He was a great person, and I'm lucky to have known him. I will be praying for your family to get through this hard time.
Stu & Arlene Motto
May 6, 2003
Vito, Peggy and family. Sorry about your loss. We love you very much and keep us in your prayers as Uncle Stewart's health is not good
Aunty Arlene & Uncle
Fred, Dana and Rose Voigt
May 6, 2003
Vito, Peggy and Family, Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. We love you
Bob Berger
May 6, 2003
We are truely sorry for your loss. Our prayers and thoughts are with you in this time of need and always. We love you, Love Bob & Felicia.
Jeff Tietz
May 5, 2003
My heart goes out to Adam's family in this their time of need. I shall pray for God to be with you and comfort you. I will miss him terribly but though he may be gone, he will never be forgotten. Remember his creativity and ingenuity. Remember his love and the times he made you smile.
Adam's memory will always be a part of me. I remember all the great times we had together and how he was always a great friend to me. I will never forget playing hockey with him or going to Spanish class with him, we always seemed to be in the same class! He was my badminton partner in gym, and the person I sat next to for the bus ride home.
But most of all, he was my friend and I am a better person for having known him. I thank God I had the chance to get to know you Adam! I will forever love and miss you! May God be with us always.
Dan, Sue (Berger), Jake, Josh, & Sam Gordon
May 5, 2003
Peggy, Vito, Justin, Steven, and Gregory,
May God do in your life what only He can- strengthen you with His love, fill you with His assurance, bless you with His peace... and hold you in His arms as we hold you in our prayers.
Our thoughts are with you.
Mindy Nutt
May 5, 2003
To Peggy, Vito, Justin, Stephen and Gregory. Our hearts and prayers are with you always. Please know you have many people who love you all, who share in this grief and who forever remain here for you, even if we cannot be there in person. Our love and many hugs to you all. From Nathan and Mindy Nutt and family. (Ashley and Haley)
Sarah Bartoli (Travers)
May 5, 2003
Donna & Von, Vito & Peg, Justin, Stephen, Gregory,
I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
Showing 1 - 71 of 71 results
Make a Donation
in Adam Merkys's name
Memorial Events
for Adam Merkys
How to support Adam's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.
The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.
Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?
What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?
We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
Read moreResources to help you cope with loss
Estate Settlement Guide
If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast
Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
Read more
The Five Stages of Grief
They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.
Read moreWays to honor Adam Merkys's life and legacy
Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
Read more
