Eleanor M. Adams

1935 - 2016

Eleanor Mae (MacDonald) Adams, 80, of Brockton, and formerly of Peck St., Attleboro, passed away Saturday, April 9, 2016, at Good Samaritan Medical Center. She was the wife of the late John L. Adams. Born June 1, 1935, in Attleboro, she was the daughter of the late Harold W. MacDonald and Margaret A. (Oakley) MacDonald. Raised in Attleboro, she graduated from Attleboro High School and then received her degree in computer programming from Massasoit Community College. Eleanor worked for the Commonwealth of Massachusetts Welfare Department in Brockton for over 25 years. She enjoyed music, photography, plants, crafting and especially traveling to St. Louis. She is survived by her children, Janice K. Wilson, Jeanne C. Davis, Dean W. Adams and his wife Nancy and Andrea J. Adams; also several grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Calling hours in the Russell & Pica Funeral Home, 165 Belmont St. (Rte. 123), Brockton, Wednesday from 3-6:30 p.m., followed by a funeral service at 6:30 p.m. Private cremation to follow. For directions and guest book, visit www.Russellpicafuneralhome.com.