1976 - 2023
1976 - 2023
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Adam Joseph Vernatter, 47, of Shirley passed away on December 26, 2023.
Adam Joseph Vernatter was born in Concord, Massachusetts on October 1, 1976, a son of Claude and the late Tamara (Erkkinen) Vernatter.
Adam was raised in Littleton, MA, and graduated from Littleton High School. Later he went on to receive a degree in computer networking and graduated as valedictorian of his class. In recent years, he was a dedicated employee at New England Sheets.
He loved spending time with his son Alex. He also enjoyed hiking, fishing, kayaking, and occasional RC car racing. He looked forward to annual summer vacations, with Alex, his nephews, his dad, his sister and her husband. Many memories were made over the years at the ocean and lakes together.
Adam enjoyed playing his guitar, listening to music, and cooking. He was an incredible cook. He enjoyed football Sundays, with friends and family cooking his best wings and tacos for all to enjoy.
Adam is survived by his son Alex Vernatter of Pelham, NH; sister Emily Kane and her husband Christopher Kane of Littleton, MA; nephews Mark and Jason Kane of Littleton, MA; his father Claude and partner Lori Giese of Brownsville, TX. He also leaves behind many beloved aunts, uncles, cousins, and many great friends.
Family and friends will gather for a period of visitation on Tuesday, January 2, 2024, from 4-7 PM at the Badger Funeral Home 347 King St., Littleton, MA. Funeral Services will be private.
In lieu of flowers, donations in Adam’s memory can be made to:
See A New Sun Foundation
Website: 4sans.org
or send checks payable to See A New Sun:
See A New Sun Foundation
P.O. Box 869
Westford, MA 01886
Arrangements under the care of Badger Funeral Home, 347 King Street, Littleton, MA 01460 978-486-3709 www.badgerfuneral.com.
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Memories and condolences can be left on the obituary at the funeral home website.


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