Adam Robert Priseler

I am just now finding out about Adam. I was a freind of his in High School in Manassas, VA. Senior year, he and his family moved to Hampton,VA. I was introverted and not very social. It seemed he took me on as a project. He opened me to a more social world and to believe in myself. He had passions and encouraged me to believe in my passions. We lost touch once he moved, but I thought of him often. I did pursue my passions and his early support allowed me to do so. Over the years I wanted to catch up, but I never looked him up. I wish I had. He was a big David Bowie fan, so when I heard Bowie had passed I again thought of Adam. I told myself that I was going to look him up this time. I regret to hear about his passing. My thoughts and preys go out to his family and freinds (which were plenty). He was a great person with an enormous heart. God Bless. Your friend - Kevin Sims.

Aloha Adam. We celebrated your life one year ago at the beach. We all miss you Adam. A hui hou.

A year ago, the world lost a great person. I'm grateful to have known him. Aloha Adam.

Adam you are sorely missed by us. Also by the family in Holland. Our thoughts are with your parents.

I was just trying to occupy my insomnia, looking up old friends when I read that Adam had passed. Jill and I were sailing compadres way back in the 80s and Adam was my first serious crush. So smart, funny and gentle- I would get so nervous around him but he was also so sweet to me. Truly original, even at 15. I'm sad to know your gone, Adam. All my love to Jill and your Mom and Dad. Xx Lisa

I miss you every single moment and will love you always.

You are missed Adam. We think of you often! Love and thoughts to your parents and sister.

Six months ago you left us, Adam, and still I can't believe you're gone. I miss you, my friend.

I, too, just learned of Adam's passing through my friend, Marley. I was so saddened to see this. Adam was such a sweet and gentle soul when I knew him at Wrightsville Beach in the early 90s, and from what I've read he continued to spread kindness to everyone he encountered. The world has lost a special person.

I am just now finding out about my old college friend. Adam and I spent time together at the beach in Wrightsville with great friends in the early 90s. He was a sweet and gentle man, always smiling. I was trying to find him online and found this instead. I am very sad and so sorry for his family and friends.

I hope that this season is bearable for your family. Thinking of you quite often and wish you were here. Lise & Tom

Melissa and I planted an avocado tree for your birthday. Miss you everyday. Wishing your family peace and healing.

Oh Adam, I wish you were here for your birthday. Tom and I think of you often. Our thoughts today go out to your parents. With love Lise and Tom

Thank you all for remembering Adam.
Much love,
Robert, Noel, Jill, Randy, Jalen and Kiley

Let's gather and share stories and memories of Adam. There will be a beach get-together September 21 at 4 pm at the N side of Crystal Pier, Wrightsville Beach, NC in honor of Adam. Contact Dawn York for more details: 910-612-1152. All friends welcome.

Oh Adam. Big Perm here. I gotta say that when I heard the news, it literally took my breath away. However, after the shock wore off, I spent most of the day laughing out loud at the memories you, Mel,Gil,and I made on water street. There are so many, but these stick out the most... first and fore most, hurricane Fran. From the waterway lodge, to all of us doing everything possible to that house to get back in there asap, to even a year later, telling each other when something was wrong, not to sweat it cause "it's a hurricane" always made us laugh. Let's not forget when we left you home alone, you would take out framed pictures in the house and replace them with pictures you had cut out of our magazines. The one that sticks out the most is where you had Gil boating with Kevin Costner and queen Elizabeth. And let's not forget the most memorable out going message on our answering machine that you left that read "this is Jack, Janet,Christy and I are not home, if this is Larry, meet us at the regal Bengal. These ate just a few things that I will never forget. I will always remember you wearing that wake and bake t-shirt, and how high you would get on our hanging swing out front. You will be forever missed Big Guy. Keep smiling, I know I will whenever I think about water street. Love you forever. Erin

Met Adam while travelling in Mexico in 2000 /2001. We surfed along the coast of Oaxaca for a couple of months. We had a fantastic time and he was the most generous, cool and helpful guys I could have hoped to meet. Extremely popular with the locals and travelers. Adam visited Australia a few years later and we only got a chance to catch up briefly. He hadn't lost his cool and warmth. This is such sad news. I will miss knowing he is out there catching waves. Condolences to his family and friends.

There will be a Hawaii gathering in honor of Adam on September 8 at 5:30pm at Queens Beach Park. Please bring a vegetarian dish or pupu to share. All those who knew and loved Adam are welcome. Contact Melissa @ 808-225-8000 for more information. Aloha.

Adam was a dear friend of mine. I was fortunate to have been friends with him for many years. He was a true treasure. My heart goes out to his family and friends. He will be missed dearly.

Mr. & Mrs. Priseler & Jill,
I am beyond shocked and saddened to hear about Adam. Unfortunately, I just heard about this tragedy this weekend. Adam was definitely a person who knew how to - and dared to - live life to the fullest. It has been many years since I last saw Adam, but he was definitely someone who left a lasting impression with his kind words, mild manner and indelible smile. He was an all around good guy.
And on a quirky note, I always think of peanut butter and pickle sandwiches when I think of Adam. He was always trying to get us to eat those after school! Not sure how he did it.
I wish you all peace and solace during this difficult time and hope love & memories will carry you through. I am thinking of you.

With deepest sympathies and love,
Tarina Keene

Adam enriched my life and many others in so many ways. He will be sorely missed. My condolences.

Aloha..so many wonderful tributes and memories-can see that we all knew and loved the same amazing gentle, kind and good man. One says: "he was just The Nicest Guy"- that nailed it! think I will make a shirt to remember him by "TNG Forever!" and hold his inspiration to simply do acts of kindess, whenever possible....Adam-mahalo nui for all the kind things you said that always made my day, the delightful political banter of a great liberal mind, the most ONO healthy treats, the smile that lit up a room (..and all the frickin' pokey cactus you donated to my yard & care). You did stellar work to help kupuna, and probably would never have imagined the depth and breathe of the sadness of so many who loved you. Your life made a difference; anyone who knew you was the better for it. ke aloha NO, A hui hou, from Mary..in the CFS gang.

It was privilege to have known and worked with you @ CFS. I remember many shared conversations, and felt a real comradery with you, as I did with many of my former collegues. With your passing, you have reminded us of our common humanity, the Aloha spirit, and that life is to be cherished. Thank you
for gracing us with your spirit.

I haven't seen Adam in over 10 years, but his humor, kindness, and most importantly his incredible sense of adventure crept into my thoughts many, many times. He was the kind of person that made a lasting impression on those around him. I always thought maybe we would cross paths again someday--possibly while visiting a foreign land. My deepest sympathies go out to the Priseler family during this difficult time.

Adam you are and will always be sorely missed! Now you are a guiding light to your family and friends from heaven.

Man just went back in time 20+ years, Didn't matter where, Wrightsville, Nags Head, Adam really brought people together with a mutual love for the Beach life!He Always cooked an Italian feast for the crew after a good surf session! Shocked and saddened to hear of his passing, just wish I had another opportunity to reconnect w an old friend. Dean

Aloha `oe my dear friend. Your friends in Hawaii nei have missed you very much.
Mahalo for always being there for each and everyone of us. Until we meet again Rest in Peace
Our best wishes to the Priseler family
Lorraine Vinigas

Aloha, I am very saddened to hear of Adam's passing. He was a wonderful person and well loved by his coworkers and clients at the Child and Family Service Gerontology Program. My sympathies to his family and friends. He will be missed.

To the Family and Friends: This young man's passing was a tragedy. He was a co worker and good friend of mine here in Honolulu. We were looking forward to his possible return here.

Mr. And Mrs. Priseler and Jill - I am so sorry to hear - I have such fond memories of Adam - he truly has touched so many lives - my heart and prayers are with you.

I met Adam when he worked for me in Wrightsville Beach in the mid-90's. He was the "big brother" to all the other kids at Incredible Pizza. Adam was the one they all looked up to and turned to when they had a problem. I am not surprised that he continued to help others throughout his life. My thoughts are with his family and many friends.

Robert and Noel,

With many thoughts and deepest sympathy to you and your family. May the memories of Adam bring you comfort and peace. Please know you are in my thoughts and prayers.

--Much Love Etta Massey Webster, Severn, Maryland

Adam I will miss you.....

I, too, am very sorry to hear this news. I've thought about Adam in the years since high school and wondered what he might be doing. I always imagined it was something cool, and, after reading these rememberances, I see I was right.

He was such a handsome guy with a warm smile and a personality to match. My deepest sympathies go out to Adam's family and his many dear friends.

With love,

My heart goes out to Jill and her family as they work through such a painful loss. I was shocked to hear of Adam's passing and was expecting to hear that it was a surfing accident or something fun that took Adam from us, not an unfortunate event such as this one. I met Jill in middle school and remember laying eyes on Adam when she invited me to her house one day...I thought he was so "cute" at the time. It was in high school when I needed an escort on the homecoming court that Adam volunteered, and my dream of dating Jill's handsome brother came true. I have many fond memories of Adam. For some reason, I remember eating pineapple with him and loved how he handled that thing when he cut it up. And I'll never forget sitting in the front seat of his VW bus at Grand View where we truly had a "grand view" as it felt like the moon was centered directly on us. I agree with everyone that Adam had a kind, gentle soul and a free spirit. It's so great to see that he lived out many of his dreams and checked off so many things on his bucket list before he left this world. He once told me that I coud do anything if I would just go out and do it, and obviously he was never afraid to just go out and do it!

You'll never be forgotten, Adam! On my flight home from Orlando on Saturday, I witnessed an ocean of beautiful clouds and could just imagine you riding them like waves...felt closer to you at that moment. I know you had an awesome reunion with Mike and that you two are living it up in heaven. You are loved by so many. Thank you for being there for me when I needed you most, my friend! I hope to see you on the other side someday, but not until I've lived a life half as full as yours.

My thoughts and prayers go out to all of Adams friends and family.. Adam was an awesome person.. always had a smile on his face and great attitude towards life..he will be missed

So sorry to hear this news. Thoughts and prayers to the entire family and friends of his...

So very sorry to hear of this news. Thoughts and prayers to the entire family and friends of his...

I had the honor of knowing Adam in Wilmington, NC in the mid 90's. All of my memories of Adam include laughter! Even though I have not seen or spoken to Adam since I left Wilmington I have always considered him a beautiful soul & friend. Sending lots of love to Adam's family & friends.

I first met Adam when I was at UNCW. It has been years since we have seen each other or spoken. I am so saddened by the news and I have spent the last week reminiscing about all the wonderful memories that were created during my days in Wilmington and how many Adam was part of. We worked together at Incredible, played together at Stone St., traveled together- very memorable trips to ECU, his parents for an oyster roast, and Radford and planned together as he and Mel and Bob and I planned our big trip to Central America together. Although we ended up making that trip separately, somehow we did manage to catch up at the end in Nicaragua, just in time to celebrate Bob's birthday. You were a kind soul that touched so many with that awesome smile and zest for life. My thoughts and prayers go out to all those that are hurting, and especially to Jill and Adam's parents and nieces. Peace be with you Adam-

I was so shocked to hear the news of Adam's passing and was expecting that it was a surfing accident or something fun that took him from us.....never expected this kind of unfortunate event. I dated Adam in high school and will always remember him as a free spirit. I met Jill in middle school and remember thinking Adam was so cute when she invited me over to her house one day. In high school, I needed an escort on the homecoming court and Adam volunteered. That's when my dream of dating Jill's handsome brother came true! I have many fond memories with Adam. For some reason, I remember eating pineapple with him.... and sitting in his VW bus at Grand View feeling like the moon was centered directly on us. Beautiful moments shared with a beautiful soul that will never be forgotten by me and many. I know you and Mike must have had the greatest reunion and are living it up in Heaven. On a flight home from Orlando yesterday, I saw an amazing sea of clouds and imagined you riding them like waves....felt closer to you up there. Thanks for the good times and for being there when I needed you most! ?

I first met Adam on the outer banks. Our lives continued to connect at UNCW and good old Stone Street. So many memories of seeing big A leaning over the rail at the top of Stone Street checking the surf. What a kind and gentle soul. My heart goes out to his family and close friends. My husband, Chris Weber, and I have been thinking and talking about Adam these past few days. May his spirit live on within everyone he touched. Love you Adam!

I am so very sorry to hear about Adam and I know he will be missed by so many. I will always remember traveling in Costa Rica with Adam and Mel way back in the day and thankful I had that time with him. Sending everyone love, peace and comfort.

My thoughts, prayers and love are with Adam's family. My heart is so heavy....just sad. Adam you are so loved and will truly be missed. Rest In Peace my dear friend.....Nothing but love for you my fabulous friend....Carla

Adam was a roommate of mine in a few houses at wrightsville beach. Great guy to live with. Always a good time calm soul and usually some good advice given out. We caught many waves together! I remember him first bringing home this tiny little thing he called Steve! What a pair. They were perfect together. Rest peacefully bro and may our paths cross again!

I had the pleasure of knowing Adam while working and surfing with him in the late 90's and after almost 20 years since I have seen him I am very proud to see what kind of man he turned in to ...Adam will truly be missed

So sorry to hear about your loss. One of my most fond memories shared with Adam was a couple years ago. Shannon H and myself went out to Hawaii to visit him. We spent the first night sitting around talking story remembering good times over a few beers. The next day we dropped him at work and went for a surf. He opened his home, loaned us his car, and a giant board. One of the following days we spent surfing Makaha (right-hander) where we shared a mysto left that sucked dry at the end. Great Time Thanks, Brother. To my fellow Traveler, Surfer, and Friend the world was a sweeter place with you in it. I look forward to meeting up again one day. Until then pull-in for me.
Aloha,
Mike D.

So sad to here of Adam's passing. I was so happy when he, Melissa and Jon moved out to Hawaii to live with me in our lovely little apartment. Cock-a-doodle-doooooooo!!!!! :o) He was one of the kindest men I ever did meet. Heart of gold that one! Much love and healing for his family and dear friends.

My heart goes out to Adam's family, I worked with him at social services briefly and I am so sorry for your loss. Please accept my condolences, he was a great guy.

So sorry to hear about Adam. I had fun days surfing in Wrightsville Beach with him and I was close with Melissa Spectre in the 90's. He was always so friendly and kicked back. I hope his family can find peace during these tragic times.

Such a wonderful person in so many ways... You will be missed by all that you have touched! Many prayers to your family.. Mahalo

It saddens me to hear of this news. I graduated with Adam and had him in some of my classes. He was a great guy then and after reading many kind words about him, he has not changed. I was just beginning to reconnect with my high school friends and regret that I had not reconnected with Adam. My thoughts with all that grieve.

I will never forget you, Adam...

Jill, I was so sorry to hear about your brother. My prayers go up for you and your family. I can't even imagine what all of you are goin through. Remember God is good and he will give you the strength to get through this. Love to all of you. Joy and Jerry (Julies mom and dad. Love you

Just being in your presence reminded us of how important we are to each other, and to always help those in need. You were a great office mate and also an inspiration. You will forever be missed.

I miss you bro! I won't accept you're gone....we still need to surf one last time. I'll see you out at queens during the next south swell. Love you brother. A hui hou.....

A good person doing doing good things to help people. You will surely be missed. You are in our thougts and prayers.

My heart goes out to you all. Adam was an amazing person all the way around.
Keeping your family in my prayers.

I'm so sorry to hear about Adam's passing. He was a great guy with a strong and devoted group of friends. Prayers to his family and friends.

I am so sorry for your loss. He dated my sister Melissa for many years, and they traveled the world together. We celebrated New Years Eve together in Amsterdam in 1999. He was so sweet and kind and caring. Our family's thoughts are with you.

I am shocked and saddened beyond words on the passing of my cherished friend Adam. He was a person of tremendous kindness and compassion for others, integrity and loyalty - a better person I have not known. Adam opened the world for me with never ending support and encouragement and for that I am eternally grateful. Adam will live forever in my heart and my many many memories of him. My love and deepest sympathies go out to Robert and Noel, Jill and Randy and their beautiful daughters - you all meant the world to Adam. And the world will never be the same without Adam in it. I like to think he is off on his next great adventure and that I will meet up with him once again.... Love always, Melissa

I worked with Adam at Dixie Grill in Honolulu. I have many fond memories of him. Sending love to the Priseler family at this difficult time.

My deepest sympathies go out to Adam's family.

Words cannot describe how we feel about the loss of Adam. I knew from the first moment we met him during the interview that he was the one!. He was a great match for our services unit and his clients loved him. Adam-You will be missed.

I am so shocked and sad to hear about Adam. He was a real gentleman with a big heart and an adventurous soul. I can only imagine how much he will be missed by his family and close friends.

I'm so saddened by this news. I went to HRA with Adam, and thinking back on those days, and how unkind teenagers can sometimes be to one another, he really was The Nicest Guy. I hadn't kept in touch with him, but he was someone I always wondered what he was up to, and I would have loved the chance to catch up. My deepest sympathy to his family and friends.

Terrible loss. All of us in Wilmington are thinking of you..

Haven't seen Adam in over 20 plus years but, the time I knew and surfed with him he made a positive impact on myself and all the people around him here in Wrightsville Beach. All around great person and so sorry for our and his families loss. RIP my brother.

We are sorry to hear of your son Adam's passing. Our prayers are with you and your family. The many testimonies here tell us he was a wonderful son and well loved.
Tim and Janet Brown

So sorry to hear this. It has been so long since I have seen Adam. He was so fun to be around and full of life. I know he will be deeply missed by so many. RIP Adam

We were very sad to learn of Adam's passing. Hadn't seen him in years but what a smile and kind heart. Our prayers are with his family and friends. Rest In Paradise "Tree"...

I met Adam over 20 years ago through my best friend Melissa in Wrightsville Beach. Adam became a good friend, I will always remember him to be a gentle soul, kind, honorable and full of adventure. May you rest in eternal peace Adam.

Aloha Adam, you were the best little, big brother in our office. You were always there to help us all especially because of your height. You were always the "go to guy". Mahalo nui for the stories, love, support recipes & the shared dishes. I will always think of you while watching waves & eating ulu & poke. Your GP family will miss you always. A hui hou!??

Robert and Noel,

We are so very sorry to hear of Adam's passing! Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Lee and Elaine Hollings

So very sad to hear of Adam's passing. I have so many wonderful memories of him, and will forever remember his kind heart and loving nature. My thoughts are with Adam's family and loved ones.

I'm so sorry for your loss. Adam dated my sister Melissa for many years and travelled the world together. Adam was the sweetest guy. We celebrated New Years Eve together in Amsterdam in 1999. The world has lost a kind, gentle soul. Our family's thoughts are with yours. Love, Yona Spectre

We are shocked to hear of Adam's death. We will remember him as a kind and thoughtful person. He will be missed. Our condolences.

Noel, Bob, Jill,
My heart breaks for you all and I don't have the words to express this loss. I remember Adam so handsome at Jill's wedding and how proud you all were of his accomplishments. I hope that time and your memories will help heal the pain. He is now with God, and you are in my thoughts. Peggy

Adam was truly a nice guy. I feel honored that I was able to know him and sadden that it was too short. My thoughts and prayers to the family

My heart and prayers are with all who knew and loved Adam...he will truly be missed. Love & Aloha

This world has lost a great man too soon. You were truly the kindest and most genuine person I have ever had the pleasure of knowing and this office will not be the same without you. We will really miss Aloha Fridays and lunches outside!

To the family, my thoughts and prayers are with you. I am so sorry for your loss!

Miss seeing you and hearing your voice in the office. Especially miss your sharing and caring spirit. You so quickly made yourself an integral part of our lives. You are missed. My thoughts and prayers are with your family and friends.

Adam, you had such a positive impact on our lives in such a short time! Thank you for blessing us with your generous spirit and your kindness. You will be missed.

I just remembered saying "hello" to you in the hallway a few days ago.....God bless the family and you will be in my prayers

Adam I will always love you and cherish the memories I have with you. You are such a beautiful man. Thank you for sharing your love and life with me.

There has been such an impact from Adam's prescence upon the staff here at work. We all became close in a short spanse of time. My life has been blessed with having known Adam Priseler. God's peace and blessings to family and friends on this sudden loss.

God has given us angel for a little while! I like to call him a Gentle giant lol! You will never be forgotten, and I hope we take a look at life and make sure we Appreciate our love ones, because life is short. God Bless everyone that read this, and I pray Gods Blessing over us all.

We will miss you so much at work. You brought such light and joy to not only your clients but your co-workers. An amazing soul!

The Priseler family has changed the location of the Remembrance Gathering for Adam from their home to the Seaford Yacht Club, 3108 Goodwin Neck Road, Yorktown 23692. We hope to see you there.

My heart aches for all of you and I hope and pray that His love and peace that passes all understanding will be with you now.

Noel,

I am so sorry to hear of Adam's death. You and your family are in my prayers.

Rest In Peace buddy. We have so many good times over the past 25 years and I really appreciated the opportunity to know you and to have such a kind friend. God Bless my friend and hope you are catching the big bomb set waves in heaven today. Your pal, Scott Conley