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John Adams Obituary
March 3, 1938 - January 31, 2025
Miami, Florida - John Campau Adams, born March 3, 1938 in Miami, Florida, passed away peacefully on January 31st, surrounded by his loved ones.
A proud graduate of Coral Gables High School, John went on to serve his country with honor as a member of the Navy. His time in service reflected his dedication and commitment to others, values that remained central throughout his life.
John had a passion for boating, shared with his wife of 44 years, Monica, their family and friends. He also found great joy in the companionship of his beloved dogs.
His wonderful storytelling and prodigious memory was a delight to all who knew him.
John leaves behind five children and a sister, grandchildren and great grandchildren in the United States and Chile. His passing has left a void in the hearts of his family, friends, and many more whose lives were touched by him.
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Memories and Condolences
for John Adams
Monica
February 14, 2026
Kim
January 31, 2026
Remembering John today. What a gift it was to know him.
George (Chris) Pedersen
September 18, 2025
John was my next door neighbor on Old Cutler Road for years. we were both avid boaters and he rescued me a couple of times
RIP
Ron Schultz and Linda Danielson
September 8, 2025
Dear Monica, Claudio and extended family . . . We are sorry for the loss of your loving husband, father, and grandfather. We always enjoyed the good times we spent together with you and your kind friendship when we were in Florida. John was a man who knew what he wanted from life and he forged ahead fearlessly to achieve his dreams. He will be a great loss to all who loved him and we will think of him fondly every time we drop our anchor in some unnamed bay with a amber setting sun and a gentle sea breeze blowing from the East.
Love to all,
Ron and Linda
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Elaine C Reed
April 18, 2025
I miss you Dad. Wish we could talk one more time. So much I'd like to say. I love you.
Arlyn
March 6, 2025
Monica, please know how vey saddened I was to learn about John. Sending my heartfelt condolences to you and your family. Regrettably, I missed out on the gift of knowing John. I met him only once briefly but, in fact, we were kindred in our love of the ocean and the Bahamas.
I wish you comfort and the strength to navigate these unknown waters. Above all, be good to yourself.
Sending a warm hug, Arlyn
Frumpkin
February 28, 2025
John, Thank you for being my biggest fan. Thank you for telling my mom to get sardines. I loved hearing the stories about you and your animal adventures. Forever in my little heart. Love, Frumpkin
Fred Martinson
February 21, 2025
So sorry to read of Johns passing. I worked with John for many at
Sheehan Buick and Bayshore Marina. We road out a hurricane together on a boat down in black creek in 1965. His memory will
truly be a blessing. My prayers are with you and your family.
Monica
February 14, 2025
Forever in my heart, my love.
Rosario
February 13, 2025
Querido John, nuestro abuelo gringo,
Aunque no compartíamos sangre, siempre fuiste nuestro abuelo de corazón. Nos quisiste como familia, y nosotros a ti.
Voy a extrañar tu simpatía, tus mil historias - siempre tenías alguna anécdota para todo - y esos cocktail time en tu casa después de la piscina. Nadie preparaba un ron con Coca-Cola como tú, con esa mezcla tan tuya: mitad Coca-Cola diet y mitad normal.
Te agradezco de todo corazón haber abierto siempre las puertas de tu casa para nosotros, recibirnos con cariño, incluso en plena pandemia para que pudiera vacunarme.
No olvidaré los paseos en el Lady M, navegando hacia esas playas paradisíacas y disfrutando de esos asados increíbles. Y ni hablar del tremendo viaje a Bahamas... ¡inolvidable!
Gracias por tantos momentos lindos, por tu cariño incondicional y por habernos hecho sentir parte de tu familia. Te voy a extrañar mucho y siempre llevaré tus recuerdos conmigo. Me siento agradecido de haberte tenido en nuestras vidas.
A Mónica y Claudio, todo mi amor y apoyo en este momento tan difícil. Los quiero un montón y espero verlos pronto. No olviden que, aunque hablemos poco, la familia de Chile siempre está con ustedes.
Con mucho cariño,
Rosario, o como me dicia John, Jane
Kim
February 12, 2025
John, it was a privilege to know you, to get to spend time with you and learn from your wealth of information. Your zest for life was infectious. Your relationship and love for Monica was awe inspiring. Your respect of the ocean, love for your family and friends and beloved dogs was most admirable. You had this amazing and annoying way of putting me in a good mood even when I was NOT in one. You had no idea what you did, you were just being you. The way you not only helped, but enjoyed and got excited about helping Monica and our business get started and grow was heart warming. You were truly a unique and wonderful man. You will be forever in my head and my heart. And I will always think of you every time I see a blue car.
Chris Pedersen
February 10, 2025
We were neighbors on Old Cutler Road as children.
What a place to grow up
We both loved boating
John,
May you have smooth seas
We will meet again before long
Milton Albert
February 9, 2025
Wao .My condolences to you and Fam RIP. Not to many peoples are true friends for me he was one of them .He always since we met at Abraham Chevrolet keep a eye on me .Just
I always keeping in mind. Today I will send a prayer at Church. God give the strength to go through with the new life.
Alejandra, Macarena and Jose Miguel
February 8, 2025
We keep the best memories of John in our hearts.
Our condolences to Monica and family.
May you find comfort and peace in these difficult times, surrounded by the love of your loved ones. We send you a big hug.
Alejandra, Macarena and José Miguel
Marco Nunez
February 8, 2025
Remembering John, who will always be with us in every shared laugh, in his sharp insights, in his fine irony, and in that humor that brought us more than one smile. He knew how to get angry, of course, but he always remained calm like a good captain, guiding his crew through life with strength and heart.
I am happy to have been part of that crew alongside Nadezka. In stormy moments, he knew how to find calm. I remember when I was out of work, and LAN had blacklisted me, he once told me, "Tell them that if they don´t hire you, one day you´ll buy that company and fire them all." It was on the boat... a dose of strength to keep moving forward.
I am grateful and deeply touched by the gift of life that was knowing him-for everything we learned from him and for the unique moments he gave us.
Monica, my sincerest condolences and support, now and always. With much affection.
"No one truly dies as long as they are remembered."
Nadezka
February 6, 2025
Never a dull moment
Alejandra Picasso
February 6, 2025
John won our affection and the affection of everyone who knew him. When he came to Chile, everyone was enchanted by him-his charm, joviality, eagerness to learn, and his wealth of knowledge. A great conversationalist, storyteller, and a very good man; a wonderful 'Gringo Grandpa' for our daughters.
All of our friends have been deeply moved by the news and send you their love and support.
As for me, it is impossible to travel right now to be with you, but from afar, I am sending you all my energy and affection in these difficult times.
I can only imagine that today, heaven is celebrating, welcoming the captain with a good Rum & Coke and many friends sharing their entertaining stories.
A huge hug for you, Monica, Claudio, and the whole family.
George and Mary K Le-Bert
February 6, 2025
Our condolences to Monica and family. We were lucky to have met John thru Monica and boating in the Bahamas. We would love to see their boat tied up at Blue Water Marina year after year. We enjoyed his very descriptive stories about his and Monicas adventures aboard their boat. He also was a good friend of one of our firefighters (John Sparkman). We will miss his smiling face and great stories
Alejandra Izquierdo
February 6, 2025
My dear John,
Thank you for loving me as your own granddaughter. You took me in as a lost teenager who didn´t speak any English, brought me to school, and translated for me with a laugh every time I had to mimic my needs.
I will always cherish our time together-our little adventures, trips, and the thousands of stories that made me laugh (repeatedly).
Thank you for teaching me how to fish, how to talk, and how to enjoy the little things-like a cocktail and peanuts.
Because of you, I now know that the love for animals and nature has no limits, and that true happiness lies in enjoying life´s small daily pleasures and spending time with family.
Thank you for being my driver, advisor, teacher, tutor, cook... a truly cool American granddad.
I will forever be grateful. You were the best grandpa ever.
Love you,
Your Pompi.
Branko Domancic
February 6, 2025
Dear John,
Thank you for treating me like family, welcoming us into your home, and including us in your precious cocktail time.
I truly appreciate you taking the time to show us your world.
I hope my love for Pompi lasts and endures as much as your love for Monica.
Cheers with a 50/50 Roncola!
Nadezka Pineda
February 6, 2025
Nadezka Pineda
February 6, 2025
John, I came to your life thanks to my great friend Monica. You accepted me immediately and generously made space for me. For more than 40 years I had the joy of sharing many happy moments with you and Monica, in Elliott Key, in the Bahamas and others places. On those trips, I not only saw beautiful sights, but I also got to know your amazing spirit, your passion for life, the ocean and your endless love for Monica. The long conversations of those days strengthened our friendship even more. Thank you for all that. Your passage through this life was a gift for many people. Dear friend, you are an unforgettable person. May your soul rest in great peace. Love you for ever.
Teresa and Peter Dean
February 6, 2025
One of many good times with John and Monica at Alabama Jacks with the Homestead Yacht Club
Hilda Escalon
February 4, 2025
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
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