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David G. Adams
LANSING, IL - David G. Adams, age 82 of Lansing, IL passed away peacefully at home on Wednesday, April 28, 2021. David was born in Roseland, IL in 1939. He graduated from Chicago Vocational School in 1957. David was employed at Calumet Screw Machine Products from 1959 to 1999, beginning as a laborer and retiring as vice president. David married his high school sweetheart, Karen, in 1960 and they moved to Lansing in 1964.
David loved spending time with his family. He enjoyed racquetball, golf, yoga, and woodworking. He was an avid runner, starting at age 56, and ran 8 marathons. He enjoyed bowling with the Friday group at Lan Oak Lanes. David was very committed to his work at the Lansing Community Food Pantry. He loved the Lord and was an active member of Cornerstone Church and Bible Study Fellowship. He had a big heart and always gave people the benefit of the doubt. David was quite simply a decent man. Honest, patient, generous, kind, a loving family man, hard-working, dependable, and polite.
He is survived by his wife of over 60 years, Karen (nee Mattson); his son Michael (Noel) Adams of Santa Paula, CA; his daughter Katherine (Roger) Zigterman of Highland, IN; his son Robert (Nancy) Adams of Homewood, IL; and his son David J. (Jennifer) Adams of Charleston, SC; grandchildren: Brian (Andrea) Adams, Joseph Adams, Alexander Adams, Kevin (Ali) Adams, Matthew Adams, Isaac Adams, Jasmine Adams, and Joshua Adams; soon to be great grandfather of Anna; siblings: Judith (Raymond) DeVries and Charlotte (Melvin) Zegers; sister-in-law Diane (Leonard) Sosnoski and brother-in-law William (Leticia) Mattson; as along with many nieces, nephews, and lifelong friends. He was preceded in death by his parents George and Lola Adams and siblings: James (Rita) Adams, Steven (Ann), first wife Geraldine Adams, and Janis (Donald) Benedict.
Funeral services for David will be held at 11:30 a.m. on Saturday, May 15, 2021 at Cornerstone Church, 3440 178th St, Lansing, IL with Pastor Michael Eberly officiating. Friends may visit with the family from 9:30 a.m. until the time of service. SCHROEDER-LAUER FUNERAL HOME has been entrusted with arrangements. If unable to be in attendance, please click the link below to be there in spirit: https:/youtu.be/aU7GIVMKHW8. www.schroederlauer.com
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Robert Viviano
May 1, 2022
The memory of David will always be a powerful one. He was a righteous man who stood tall for God and for anyone else who needed help and kindness. His memory will always honor God and his family.
J.
May 13, 2021
May God's promise found in John 6:40, of the hope to see our loved ones again, comfort your heart and give you peace, strength, and hope in the days ahead.
scott
May 12, 2021
rest in peace
Jerry and Linda Tessarolo
May 10, 2021
Bob;
May the peace that passes all understanding be with you and your family at this time.
So sorry for your loss.
Jerry and Linda
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Jill Tausch
May 9, 2021
Uncle Dave was a kind and peaceful man. I reminisce on all the Christmas gatherings at your homes. Even a houseful of people and later adding in all our rambunctious kids Uncle Dave never seemed rattled or affected by the wonderful craziness. It was his calm manner and the patience that could only be from God that made these gatherings seem effortless (and I'm sure a lot of planning on Aunt Karen's part). What great memories those family gatherings give me. Thank you for opening your heart and home to all.
Bob and Ann Viviano
May 6, 2021
We both offer our sympathies on the passing of David to his eternal home with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. David was always a man of impeccable character who loved his Lord and family dearly. He was kind and gentle in all of his conversations with us. We will remember him for his support of missionaries and the sending of the Gospel of Jesus Christ to the world. He was a righteous and a good man and friend to all.
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