Gary Keith Adams

Gary Keith Adams, 77, of Venice, Florida, passed away peacefully at his home on February 24,2026 surrounded by his wife, Bertha Williams and his devoted daughter-in-law, Monica Williams Soth.

Gary previously resided in Deal, Maryland and Timonium, Maryland before relocating to Venice, Florida in 2020. Wherever he lived, family remained the center of his world. Born in Martin, Kentucky, built a distinguished professional career as a Certified Public Accountant, dedicating his working life to serving clients with integrity, diligence and quiet professionalism.

He was preceded in death by his beloved parents, the late Euloah Ratliff Adams and Henry (Jr.) Adams; his first wife, Tamale Parlett Adams as well as a brother, Richard Henry Adams. Gary is survived by his beloved wife, Bertha Williams Adams, with whom he shared devoted companionship and partnership. He is also survived by his children, Melissa Hamilton and her husband, Nazim Hamilton and Elizabeth Adams and loving sons-in-law, R. Douglas Williams and Sean Soth. He was a proud and loving grandfather to Theodore and Elena Hamilton; Lily and Ella Williams and Roy and Henry Soth all of whom brought him great joy.

Gary will be remembered for his steady presence, devotion to family and the love he gave so freely to those closest to him. His legacy lives on in the lives of his family and all who were blessed to know him.

A service will be held on April 3rd at 1:00PM at Lakemont Memorial Gardens in Davidsonville, Maryland. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Samaritan's Purse.