David Herman "Moose" Adam

David Herman "Moose" Adam obituary, Rolla, MO

David Herman "Moose" Adam

David Adam Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Null & Son Funeral Home on Nov. 1, 2024.

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David "Moose" Herman Adam, age 81, passed away on October 30, 2024 in Columbia, MO.
Born on September 20, 1943, David was known for his vibrant spirit and humorous nature, bringing laughter and joy to those around him. David married the love of his life, Wanda (Kreisler) Adam on August 14, 1964.
David dedicated much of his life to his career as an owner and operator of heavy equipment. In his later years, he raised beef cattle on his farm. As his physical health declined, David could still "arm-chair-quarterback" while he watched his brother, Randy, Clint, and Brandon work his cattle. A lifelong outdoorsman, David cherished his time hunting and fishing, activities that brought him peace and happiness.
A member of the Immanuel Lutheran Church in Rolla, MO, David's faith was a cornerstone of his life.
David will be greatly missed by his surviving family which includes: his granddaughter, Kelsey Adam; great grandson, Silas Adam; brothers, Randall Adam and his partner, Del Nichelson, Marvin Adam, and Jerry Adam and his wife, Gloria; sister, Melody Glick and her husband, Tim; sister-in-law, Donna Adam; and many friends, nieces, nephews, and extended family members.
David was preceded in death by his father, Herman Adam; mother, Pauline (Wylie) Adam; his wife, Wanda Adam; daughter, Holly Adam; one brother, Stephen Adam; and three sisters, Varonica Ragan, Charlotte Bates, and Cynthia Shults.
David's legacy of humor, his booming laugh, his joy of spending time with young people, dedication to his family and friends, and love for the great outdoors will be cherished and remembered by all who knew him.
A funeral service for David "Moose" Adam will be conducted at 1 p.m. on Wednesday, November 6, 2024 at the Null and Son Funeral Home in Rolla. Interment will follow in the Peace Lutheran Cemetery. A visitation for family and friends will be held prior to the service beginning at 11 a.m. at the funeral home.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions are suggested to the Peace Lutheran Cemetery Association, honoring David's commitment to his community and faith.
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