Robert William "Harvey" Adams

Robert William "Harvey" Adams

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2300 Greenock Buena Vista Rd, McKeesport, PA 15135

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Robert Adams Obituary

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Robert William "Harvey" Adams, 72, of Elizabeth Township passed away Thursday, March 5, 2026. He was born in McKeesport on January 20, 1954 to the late Robert T. and Lois (Milton) Adams. Bobby got an associates degree from Allegheny Community College, and worked for Elizabeth and White Oak Townships as a Recyclable Material Collector prior to retirement. He is survived by his brother, Wayne T. Adams of Elizabeth Township, and numerous cousins. There is no visitation. Arrangements are by the Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory, Inc., 6028 Smithfield Street, Boston, Elizabeth Township. (412) 751-5000 Drew J. Gilbert, Director. A Graveside Service will take place Wednesday, March 11, 2026 at 10:00 am at the Mount Vernon Cemetery, Elizabeth Township. His cousin, John Jefferis will officiate. Condolences may be made at Gilbertfuneralhomeandcrematory.com

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Gilbert Funeral Home & Crematory, Inc. - Boston

6028 Smithfield Street, Boston, PA 15135

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Memorial service

10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

Mount Vernon Cemetery

2300 Greenock Buena Vista Rd, McKeesport, PA 15135

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