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JOEL DAVIS ADAMS (Age 42)
Born in Washington, DC to Lois Elinor "Lea" Adams and Madison Davis "Dave" Lacy, Joel passed peacefully on November 16, 2019 in Alexandria VA, from complications related to uncontrolled high blood pressure. Joel grew up in Northwest DC, attending Lowell School, and John Eaton Elementary (DCPS) School. He and his mother lived in Santa Monica CA for four years, where Joel went to Roosevelt Elementary School. He returned to DC and finished at John Eaton before entering Saint Albans School, from which he graduated in 1995. Joel was a star middle- and long-distance runner, and earned a full scholarship to Cornell University in Ithaca, NY. Joel was an assistant running coach at St. Albans and at Sidwell Friends School before entering the restaurant and hospitality industry, where he worked for the past decade. His 1998 marriage produced the beloved son Grant (14) and daughter Sloane (9) who were the light of his life. In addition to his children and his mother, Joel is survived by his stepfather Wallace "Wally" Ashby of DC; devoted companion Julie Patrick, of Alexandria; former wife and dear friend Laura "Liz" Adams and her partner Jon Krolewicz; sister Anna Lacy of Seattle, WA; father, Dave Lacy of Lawrence KS; aunt Linda Adams Swallow of Hawaii; step brother Bryan Ashby of Clarksburg MD; and numerous members of the extended Adams-Ashby-Lacy family he once called his "fierce but tiny tribe." He will also be remembered and missed by a host of friends, fellows, and coworkers whose lives he touched deeply. On Monday, November 25, wake from 1 to 2 p.m. at McGuire Funeral Service, 7400 Georgia Ave., NW, Washington, DC. At 4 p.m., a Jack and Jill ceremony will be held at the Little Sanctuary at St. Albans School for Boys, Pilgrim Rd., NW, Washington, DC, followed by memorial service at 4:30 p.m.www.mcguire-services.com
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for JOEL ADAMS
Jay Williams
December 21, 2019
My heartfelt sympathy goes out to your family at
this difficult time. Please find peace in
knowing that God understands your grief and that He cares.-1
Pet 5:6,7.
Dwight and Vera Thirkield
November 25, 2019
Our hearts ache for you. We lost a son,so we can truly say. "We understand your loss and your pain."
Sista Pat
November 25, 2019
Most Precious, Loving Family!
May God keep you all in His LOVING EMBRACE!
Your FRIENDS are here 24/7.....Just WHISTLE!
Harts
November 24, 2019
Our heartfelt condolences for your loss. May our Heavenly Father, the God of comfort and tender mercies give you all the strength to endure these sad times.
November 24, 2019
My sincere condolences. May treasured memories fill your heart with love and bring you peace may the words of John 6:40 give you comfort and hope.
Dale and Tamy Aten
November 23, 2019
Prayers for everyone! We love you all so much!!
Marianna Blagburn
November 23, 2019
Our deepest sympathy to Joel's family and friends. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Marianna Blagburn
Hosea McClain
November 23, 2019
Peace be still
Jennifer Butler
November 22, 2019
My Deepest Condolences to the Family ❤
Suzanne Patrick
November 22, 2019
Marlin and I are so grateful for the love Joel had for our daughter, Julie, and the too short time we had with him. Our hearts are broken for her, Joel's children, his mom and stepdad and all the other important people in his life that we had not yet had a chance to meet.
Jacinta Gauda
November 22, 2019
I will always remember Joel's smile, humor and wit. He brought such light and joy to every room, to every person in the room. I will never forget the fun and special times we spent together. I will always be grateful for knowing Joel, treasure our times together with family. My heart goes out to the entire family. You all are in my prayers. With my deepest sympathy, Jacinta
Leslie Freeman
November 21, 2019
Peace be with you and the family.
N. S.
November 21, 2019
My deepest sympathy to the family of Joel Adams. May you be comforted in knowing that our Heavenly Father cares for you. He will give you courage and strength to cope with your grief. Psalm 94:17-19
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