Dave MacAdams

Dave MacAdams obituary, Catskill, NY

Dave MacAdams

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105 Central Street, Gardner, MA 01440

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105 Central Street, Gardner, MA 01440

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Dave MacAdams Obituary

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Dave MacAdams, born on May 21, 1934, in Catskill, NY, passed away on October 5, 2025. A longtime resident of Gardner, Massachusetts, Dave devoted much of his life to his work and community. He served in the US Air Force during the Korean War. He excelled as a foreman in the plastics industry, retiring from Nylon Products. Following his retirement, he continued to serve his community, working as the groundskeeper for Ron Burton's Training Village and operating Dave's Firewood for several years. A devout member of the 7th Day Adventist Church, Courtney's faith played a significant role in his life. His hobbies included gardening and ardently supporting the New England Patriots, watching Sunday football with his son Mark.

Dave is survived by his son, Mark MacAdams, his grandson Mark MacAdams, his granddaughter Molly MacAdams, and his sister Audrey Penney. He was preceded in death by his parents, George and Frances MacAdams, and his Brother Timothy MacAdams. Visitation will be held at Mack Family Funeral Homes- Gardner Chapel, 105 Central Street, Gardner, Massachusetts, 01440, on Saturday, October 11, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. The funeral service will follow at the same location at 11:00 a.m. Dave will be laid to rest at Massachusetts Veterans Memorial Cemetery, 111 Glenallen Street, Winchendon, Massachusetts, 01475, on Tuesday, October 14, 2025, at 11:00 am EDT. The family extends an invite to celebrate Dave's life at the Polish American Citizens Club in Gardner on October 11th following the funeral service.

We encourage those who knew and loved Dave to leave memories and upload photos to his memorial page. This serves as a beautiful tribute and provides comfort to the family during this difficult time. Your stories, photos, and expressions of sympathy will be cherished by his family and friends. All are welcome at Mack Family Funeral Homes, Gardner - Chapel, 105 Central Street, Gardner, MA, to share in the celebration of Dave's life.

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Upcoming Events

Oct

11

Visitation

10:00 a.m.

Mack Family Funeral Homes- Gardner Chapel

105 Central Street, Gardner, MA 01440

Send Flowers

Oct

11

Funeral service

11:00 a.m.

Mack Family Funeral Homes- Gardner Chapel

105 Central Street, Gardner, MA 01440

Send Flowers

Only 3 days left for delivery to next service.