James Edward Adams

James Edward Adams was born November 18, 1943 and departed this life on June 15, 2016, making his stay here on earth 72 years, 6 months, and 28 days. He was preceded in death by his father, Elder Vernie Adams and his brother, Tommy Adams. He is survived by his wife of 49 years, Elaine Hoppers Adams; his daughter and son-in-law, Janet Adams Seatz and Eugene Seatz; grandson Nathan Seatz and wife Kirsten; grandson, Corporal Dayton Seatz and wife Taryne; granddaughter, Hannah Seatz; his mother, Lottie Adams; three sisters, Lena Mae Finley, Linda Brooks, and Sandy Roten; also surviving are several nieces and nephews.

Jim was a retired lineman with Pike Electric Company. He enjoyed working and providing for his family. Jim professed a hope in his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, and united with Friendship Baptist Church. After moving to West Jefferson, he and Elaine moved their membership to Smethport Baptist Church where he remained a faithful member. He was an inspiration to all who knew him.

Funeral services will be held on Saturday, June 18, 2016 at 12:00 pm at Ashelawn Memorial Chapel by Pastor Jeff Wilson and Pastor Phil Arnold. Burial will follow in Ashelawn Memorial Gardens.

The family will receive friends from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm on Saturday, June 18, 2016 at Ashelawn Memorial Chapel.

Memorials may be made to Seby Jones Regional Cancer Center, c/o Appalachian Regional Healthcare System, P.O. Box 2600, Boone, NC 28607 or Medi Home Hospice, P.O. Box 421, Jefferson, NC 28640.

Words of comfort and remembrance may be viewed or sent to the family through our website at www.ashelawn.com.

Ashelawn Memorial Chapel & Gardens was entrusted with Mr. Adams' arrangements.

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