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1960
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2024
William Adams Obituary
Walt felt great freedom when running, winning many races throughout his running career. Most notably he was a four-time winner of the Richmond Marathon and a two-time qualifier in the US Olympic Trials in the marathon. He regularly enjoyed running and walking in both Byrd Park and Maymont Park. Walt loved to visit Monty the Bobcat at Maymont. Walt's passion for nature led him to joyful outdoor pursuits - he logged uncountable miles on his fast feet.
Walt was born in Birmingham, AL, and grew up in Lexington, VA. After attending the University of Virginia, he had a successful career in technology, making friends wherever he worked.
Walt was predeceased by his parents, Arthur and Sara Kennedy Adams. He is survived by his beloved wife of 35 years, Linda; brother, John Adams (Heather); brother-in-law, Martin Johnson; sister-in-law, Frances Johnson; sister-in-law, Brenda Woodcock (Clay), five nieces and two nephews, two great-nephews, one great-niece, and two uncles.
Walt will be remembered for his deep love and devotion to his wife Linda whom he adored, his effervescence and boundless energy, a generosity of spirit, love of cats, and ready sharing of his humor, logic, assistance, and wine collection with friends and family.
A memorial service will be announced later. Donations in his memory can be sent to either Sheltering Arms Institute or Maymont Park Foundation.
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Wes Miller
May 22, 2024
I'm so sorry to hear of Walt's tragic passing. I have many great memories shared over wine and meals together when he would be down in NC for business. May he rest in peace and his family find comfort.
Scott williams
May 22, 2024
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief. I am sorry I never got to meet Walt. His love of running and fitness made him my hero that I never met. God Bless
Linda Walter
May 20, 2024
Remembering a unique and energetic guy with sadness when we think of his too-soon and terrible cause of death. May he rest in peace.
Kim Orlando
May 20, 2024
Linda,
Our deepest condolences. Walt had such a great spirit and he will be so missed.
Mr. C
May 20, 2024
Lin, my prayers are with you and the family during this time.
Sue Wimett
May 19, 2024
Linda, I´m so very sorry to hear about Walt´s passing. It was always so clear to me just how much he meant to you. My thoughts are with you. Take care of yourself.
Joan Szymberski
May 19, 2024
Walt always had a smile and sometimes a joke when I saw him in the neighborhood. His energy, presence and smile are missed.
Steve Powell
May 19, 2024
Deepest condolences to Walt´s family. I did not personally know him but when I was an active runner he was one of the premier running athletes in Virginia and I saw him in countless competitions . A tough competitor and dominating winner.
RIP Walt Adams.
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