of Fremont
Died Thursday February 5, 2015
at Arbor Manor in Fremont
John was born in Nickerson on October 20, 1932 to Thomas and Wilhelmina (Krallman) Adams. He grew up on the farm and received his education in Nickerson. He served in the National Guard before joining the United States Army. He entered the Army in April of 1953 and was discharged in April of 1956.
He had been a truck driver for Wendell Bruner before working for Hydro Conduit. He retired from Hydro Conduit after 28 years. He also helped Kenny Schulz on the farm, particularly at harvest time.
John had many friends, including his coffee group nearly every morning at McDonald's. He usually had to leave before all the decisions were made in order to take his great grandchildren to school.
He was a member of Salem Lutheran Church, American Legion Post 20, VFW Post 854, and the Teamster's Union.
On October 20, 1956, John was married to Arlene Meier.
Survivors: wife Arlene
son Michael Adams of Fremont
4 grandchildren April Adams of Omaha
Sean and wife Rhonda Adams of Fremont
Candy and husband Matthew Suer of Fremont
Phillip Adams of Hayfield, MN
11 great grandchildren
sister-in-law Florence Adams of Fremont
He was preceded in death by his parents Thomas and Wilhelmina, his brother Arthur Adams, his sister Rose Gitt, and a granddaughter Shannon Adams.
A memorial service will be 2 PM Monday (Febr. 9th) at Salem Lutheran Church with the Rev. Michael Thomas.
Military services will be rendered at the church by the Fremont Honor Guard of the American Legion Post 20 and VFW Post 854. Memorials are suggested to the American Cancer Society or to the family for distribution.
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Condolences(6)
Liz Adams
aurora, CO Sunday, February 8, 2015 Sending all my love! I didn't get to spend much time with John but he was always so kind to me and fun to be around! I know that my Grandpa Art had a party ready for him in Heaven along with my Dad. Hugs and love, Liz Adams (Gerald Adams Daughter)Shawnelle and Phil Alley
Fremont, NE Saturday, February 7, 2015 Aunt Arlene,We wish you peace at John's passing. I have so many fond memories of time with him and his humor will always be with me. I loved seeing him out in public and his chatter. Visiting at Grandpa and Grandma's house and drinking coffee together. I'm sorry for your loss and I love you.
Shawnelle and Phil
james & nancy waage
fremont, NE Friday, February 6, 2015 Arlene we are so sorry to hear about George he will be missed in the neighbor hood just know that he is watching over you and the familyJan Yanke
Fremont, NE Friday, February 6, 2015 Arlene; My heart and prayers go out to you and your family. So many years have past since we had the laughs, the every night coffee and the wonderful talks. I will always remember trying to get out of the hay field and have the hay wrapped around the drive shaft. Not a good thing to tell John but he handled it well. Those are the kind of memories I will always have of John. He was a great person and like a second father to me.Jay and Sheryl Uehling
Oakland, NE Friday, February 6, 2015 Arlene, Michael and Family,We are so sad to learn of your loss. it is always so hard to say good bye to those we love. Keep the good memories close by and know that our thoughts and prayers are with you as you mourn your loss. Love, Jay, Sheryl, Liz, Grant, and Valerie Uehling
JoAnn Morgan
Fremont, NE Friday, February 6, 2015 Arlene, I am so sorry for your loss. May the God of all blessings wrap his arms around you and your family during this time of great grief. Eternal rest grant unto him, Oh Lord.