Jeff Adams Obituary
Jeff Adams, 52, of Rock Falls died Friday May 9, 2025 at Rock River Hospice & Home in Sterling. Jeff was born December 30, 1972 the son of Harold and Shirley (Holcomb) Adams.
Jeff was an avid Fisherman, he enjoyed fishing for all types of fish mainly in the Rock River with his best friend David Williamson and Patrick Aldridge.
Survivors include his father Harold Adams; three sisters Ann Bence of Rock Falls, Rebecca (Mike) Klett of Rock Falls, and Loretta (John) Collin of MO., and his biological father Terry Wallingford of Rock Falls
Jeff was preceded in death by his mother Shirley Adams; three brothers Harold, Michael Wayne, and Glenn Jr.
Cremation rites have been entrusted to Schilling Funeral Home. There will be no services at this time.
Condolences may be sent to www.schillingfuneralhome.com
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