BORN

1983

DIED

2012

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Davison-Fulton/Anderson Chapel

815 North Fourth Street

Chillicothe, Illinois

Matthew "Matt" Adams Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on May 13, 2012.


Matthew C. Adams

Chillicothe, IL

Matthew “Matt” Clay Adams, 28, of Chillicothe, passed away at 3:00 am on Saturday, May 12, 2012 in Chillicothe.

 He was born on September 18, 1983 in Peoria to Randy J. and Brenda Rae (Cook) Adams. He was preceded in death by his mother, Brenda, both of his grandfathers and two uncles.

 He is survived by his father, Randy of Chillicothe, his grandmothers, Marie Adams of Chillicothe and Martha Cook of Carbon hill, AL, several aunts and uncles and numerous cousins.

 Matt was a graduate of IVC High School and received his degree in Crime Scene Technology from I.C.C. He worked as a dispatcher and crime scene technician for the Chillicothe Police department for over 7 years. Matt was a high school wrestling star and coached Jr. Wrestling, as well as played on many Peoria Area Softball Teams.

 A visitation will be on Wednesday, May 16, 2012 from 5 to 8 pm at Davison-Fulton-Anderson Chapel in Chillicothe. A funeral will be on Thursday, May 17, 2012 at 11:00 am at the chapel, with Chaplain Ray Harrison officiating. Burial will follow the service at Chillicothe City Cemetery.

 Memorials may be made to Rescue 33 in Chillicothe, Helping Hands Retail or to a charity of the donor’s choice. Please visit Matt’s story at www.davison-fulton-andersonchapel.com.

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January 18, 2013

Sometimes I think I see you walking in a store or do a double take at a person thinking it's you & then only sadly to realize it's not. You are so missed. I think about you a lot & wish things were different. I am glad you are not in pain & are probably the happiest you've ever been with your Mom now. Never forget you

January 17, 2013

I love you. Thinking of you now and everyday. Miss you so much. Thank you for showing my heart so much love.

January 4, 2013

Wish you here. Miss you more than words can express. Always on my mind and in my heart forever. I love you.

December 31, 2012

I miss you my friend. Love you more than you will ever know. Hope you had a great first christmas in heaven

December 26, 2012

You are forever in my thoughts and in my heart. You are thought about and missed everyday. I love you.

October 12, 2012

Not a day goes by that you are not thought about. Love you so very much.

September 18, 2012

Happy Birthday Matt....we all miss you alot

September 18, 2012

I love you always, buddy. I am thinking of you, especially today. You still mean a great deal to me. I wish you were here.

June 15, 2012

Miss you Matthew. Love you.

June 13, 2012

I miss you.. I love you.. always

May 25, 2012

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May 22, 2012

Ryne Eaton

I wish you peace Matt....

May 21, 2012

Thinking of you at this time. So sorry for your loss. The bible speaks of a time when "Death will be no more, neither mourning or outcry or pain be anymore. The former thiNgs have passed away." what a wonderful hope for our future.

May 19, 2012

Heather C.

It still is just not real Matt.....work will never be the same without you...you will FOREVER be missed

May 18, 2012

Abby Escobar

Remember the song "This little light of mine, I'm gonna let it shine." Well the light is you, and we will always keep ya shining. You may be gone, but you will never be forgotten. Everyone that knew you and loved you will always keep your memory alive.

May 18, 2012

Abby Escobar

I didn't know you, Matt, but I wish I would have. It seems like you were a wonderful person, always having fun and making people laugh. I'll never understand why it happened, but I am glad to know that your soul is at peace and you have been reunited with your mother. I asked God to give you a big, beautiful house and pretty white wings. Someday in the future, I'll have the honor of meeting you. Have fun in Heaven. Everyone will miss you and never forget you.

May 18, 2012

Kari Ruchie

I only met you a few years ago, through your amazing friend Eric! You made such a good impression the first time i met you, your personality shined even under that dirty baseball hat! Seeing you in October of 2011 at Eric's wedding you look so handsome in that tux!! Wish I could have stole a dance from you that night but it looks like we will have a different venue to have that dance at when we meet again. I hope you got the biggest hug from your momma when you got to heaven! No one will ever forget you, you are deeply missed!

May 16, 2012

Traci Page

May 16, 2012

samantha & Seth Werckle

R.I.P Matt Adams

May 16, 2012

Sorry for your loss...the bible speaks of a time where tears,pain,and mourning will be no more, because death will be gone forever!

May 15, 2012

Amber Furkin

Matt as i sit here and read all these wonderful thinks i can't help but wish i could have gotten to know you better. From what i did know of you, you were one great guy. Always there for your friends and family. It was to soon for you to leave us. As we try and understand why you had to leave just know this you are dearly loved and missed. RIP Matty!

May 15, 2012

Cheryl (Suzie) Foster

Many lost a shining star in their life losing you. Shine down on all that are hurting. Promise to make you proud. My thoughts and prayers are with your family during this difficult time. Rest in peace buddy.

May 15, 2012

Larry Schroeder

Our world won't be the same without you Matt... but the next world has gained one heck of a soul. Shared alot of great times on the wrestling mat.

May 15, 2012

Larry Schroeder

Our world won't be the same without you Matt... but the next world has gained one heck of a soul. Shared alot of great times on the wrestling mat.

May 15, 2012

Michael McIntyre

There are people throughout life that have such a Devinne affect on the person you become. Matt you were one of those people that could shine a light on any situation. You played such a role in my life in past year it is so unreal. I will never forget the time we spent together at the PD, and especially the nights with Nick and Pat. You were a one of a kind person and I cherish the privilege of sharing in your life. You will never dime the fuse of light that you fired in my life and for that I thank you. May you walk strong in the presents of the light for all the days to come and may we be reunited together in life every after.

May 14, 2012

steven bridgeman

Hey matt I am speechless but I am saddened with your loss and I hope you have found peace in heaven. Take care bud and RIP forever.

May 14, 2012

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Josh Hughes

"I cant believe your gone." It seems like just yesterday we were rocking out at the kid rock concert. In the few short times that we hung out i could not begin to explain all the memories that i have aquired. i will always carry those memories with me and you will never be forgotten. RIP brotha

May 14, 2012

Shellie Frost

Matt was a brave soul who lost his Mom at such a young age. His courage, love, and dedication to his family made everyone so proud of him. I pray that Matt finds eternal peace with Brenda. Randy and family, I send you much love and strength as you grieve.

May 14, 2012

Richard Schol

We had many good times together, sitting for hours at the pd station, hide n seek at Adams house, 4th of julys, softball at the dugout. The list goes on and on. We will all miss you more than you could ever imagine. We love you Matt and may you RIP.

May 14, 2012

Hope & Doug Coventry

Matt we will speak to you with our hearts now, knowing every word we say you will hear. So please know that we will miss you and love you forever, and we will never say goodbye because you will always
be with us.

May 14, 2012

Heather (Maurer) Monckton

I am a at a lost for words. I keep thinking of the memories we have like the days at Shakey's, Christmas Eve's at the house on McDowell, and watching the saturday night music videos in your red tent when we were kids. You've been a great friend and have always been there when I needed you the most. I will never forget how you left Dallas to come to my wedding and how you spent hours in the hospital waiting for the arrival of my son. I will always hold on to those memories and I will always love you. I find peace knowing your with your mom. Love always.

May 14, 2012

Jennifer Brandstatter

Matthew Clay, I cannot and will not say good bye, because you will forever live in my heart. Our time spent together will be cherished forever. I hope you knew how much I did love you. Thank you for showing me such a great love. I will miss so much. You touched many lives and many hearts. You are so loved and will never be forgotten. Love you.

May 14, 2012

Melissa Brayton

I don't even know how to start this, Matty we had a lot of laughs and a few serious moments and the best memory is when you were visiting and I picked u up from Polinder's house and you, me and Nat sat with Eric his WHOLE shift at work.. the Mexican Restaurant, getting kicked out of Walmart in the middle of the night, the list goes on on. Matt we may never understand why or how come.. which is hard But Please watch over all of us and keep us safe. you will never be forgotten you are truly loved and will be deeply missed.Hoping your at peace now and like you have always said things happen for a reason.. Matt your amazing blue eyes and funny sense of humor will be greatly missed. R.I.P Matty :'(

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Amber Lady

Where to begin........Matt, we loved you so much and were so blessed to have a wonderful person in our lives. I will forever hold the memories we had and those crazy fun times at the Shillelagh but more importantly that you were there with us for the birth of Rowen...your eyes were ruined because of the contacts and you depleted OSF out of Red Bull but you didn't leave our sides. I speak for Mike and I when I say we will miss you more than words can describe and will forever hold a place in our hearts and memories.

May 14, 2012

D B

Words can't express the hurt we feel that you are gone from this earth. You were a very special blue-eyed light in all of our lives Matt. We loved you more than you know bud. We will miss you.

May 14, 2012

Deb Bouchez

We enjoyed your sense of humor, loved your blue eyes and I will cherish the privilege of knowing you were a loving soul for everyone around you. You will be truly missed Matt.

May 14, 2012

melissa elbel

Matt you are so missed!! I love you buddy!!

May 14, 2012

Tyler DeFoe

Matthew...Matthew...Matthew...First off, I love you like a brother. I was beyond grateful to be a part of your life and to be considered such a close friend. The times we had spent together rather it be softball or a bunch of us playing hide n go seek at Adams dad's house. Just goes to show you that with you in my life there was never a dull moment. It saddens me to know that no one truly knew how much pain you were experiencing. When we went to Castaways last night to celebrate your life. I dont know how many times I caught myself waiting for you to come walking through that door. Or waiting for your voice to say," What Up TD". I miss you and love you brother, Until we meet again.

May 13, 2012

Tyler DeFoe

Matthew...Matthew....Matthew.....Where do I begin to describe the hurt I am experiencing right now. Im still trying to wake myself up to find out this is all a very bad dream. I went to Castaways last night with a group of our friends, and we all sat anxiously waiting for you to come strolling through that door. I know that right off the bat we didnt see eye to eye. But as the years pasted we become closer and I am forever greatful that you let me be a part of your life. You were there for me when I had to lay my own brother into the ground. It just saddens me beyond words that I now have to lay another one of my brothers into the ground. Please know that I will always love you and I ask that you along with my brother will continue to guide me. So that one day I will get to see you both again. Godspeed Brother!

May 13, 2012

Eric Polinder

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Eric Polinder

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May 13, 2012

Gone never forgotten

May 13, 2012

Brenda

You left in such a tragedy however we must not put a question mark where God has put a period. You will be greatly missed and never forgotten.. And taught a lot of people a lot of great things. Your smile was always infectous... My deepest sympathies to your family.. I know your well taken care of up there and are waiting for all of us... Rest in peace

May 13, 2012

Victoria Joyce

I will always remember how we teased you for driving through our yard. I also remember you hanging out with my brother on some of the movies I went to see with you guys. I remember one time you were teasing me about sitting next to you! It's times like that I am going to miss. You were like family to us. You were like a brother to my brother. You always had his back. I wish things were so different for you. I am so sorry for the way things turned out. I wish you were still here. So many hurting & aching for you. A part of our hearts left with you..Look over us Matt as you did in life.

May 13, 2012

Heather Cox

Matt...no words will ever say how much you will be missed. I hope you are at peace now and been reunited with your mom. You will be missed forever

May 13, 2012

Toni Roark

The last time I saw you began with a food fight and ended with a big hug and a smile....a smile that will never be forgotten. You will always be in my thoughts and I hope you have found peace. Love you always.

May 13, 2012

Eric Polinder

I miss you Matt. You always were there for me when I needed a friend most. You were there for any friend who needed you. Saddened to hear we lost you on earth. Rest easy my friend. Watch over us always and we shall meet again. I love you.

May 13, 2012

Jamie Carroll

You touched so many hearts. You will be forever missed. Love you Matthew Clay

May 13, 2012

Jamie Carroll

In your short time among us you touched so many lives. You will always live in my heart. I will never forget you. I love you Matthew Clay Adams, my little Ryan Seacrest.

May 13, 2012

John & Amanda Calderon

We are gonna miss you buddy. The time we spent and the time you spent with my family was the best times I/we had. You touched so many lives in your short time of life and you will be remembered for that and more. We again will miss you and never ever forget you.

May 13, 2012

Brian Cox

How do I say goodbye to the man who was once like a brother to me? There are no words to explain the heartache. I can only say that the memories of times gone by will be carried with me throughout my lifetime. I wish you could have known the man I am today. Thank you for all the memories old friend. I hope you have found your peace.

May 13, 2012

Elaine Crady

To soon for you to go. Thank you for watching out for Richie and making me laugh. Love you mijo.

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