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Howard Adams Obituary

ADAMS, Howard W. Sr., 87, of Mineral, formerly of King William, went to be with the Lord Thursday, April 4, 2024. He was preceded in death by his parents, Herbert and Mary Alice Adams; two sisters; and a brother. Howard is survived by his wife of 51 years, Sandy Adams; two sons, Howard W. Adams, Jr. and Eric Adams; two grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; six siblings; as well as numerous nieces and nephews. He was a US Marine and Army veteran. Howard was a proud member of the Upper Mattaponi Indian Tribe, having served as Assistant Chief and Council Member.

The family will receive friends from 4 to 7 p.m. Monday, April 8 at the Aylett Chapel of B. W. White Funeral Home, on 360. Services will be held 1 p.m. Tuesday, April 9, 2024 at Indian View Baptist Church, 13349 King William Road. Interment will follow in the church cemetery. The family requests that in lieu of flowers, memorial contributions be made to the Louisa County Rescue Squad, PO Box 1777, Louisa, VA 23093.

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Published by Richmond Times-Dispatch on Apr. 7, 2024.

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Pat Lassiter

May 25, 2024

Sandy - I was at the Upper Mattaponi PowWow today and learned of Howard´s passing / very sorry for you - I was across the ground when I saw them give you the flag - I looked for you but couldn´t find you in the crowd - so happy you were there and Howard was honored.
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Sharone Childs-Jones

April 8, 2024

My deepest condolences to the family of Howard Adams. He was a very kind man and I am honored to have known him. Sending prayers of strength and comfort during this time of loss.

Carol Flinn

April 8, 2024

So sorry for your loss. He was a fine person

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Betty Eubank

April 7, 2024

Sandy we are so sorry to hear of the passing of Howard. Know that we are thinking of you.

Rick & Kim Knight

April 7, 2024

Sharing thoughts and prayers to the Adams' family for their loss.

Rick Knight (Patawomeck Indian Tribal member)

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B.W. White Funeral Home - Aylett Chapel

7837 Richmond Tappahannock Hwy, Aylett, VA 23009

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