Dorothy Marie Adams

1920 - 2013

Dorothy Marie Adams obituary, 1920-2013

BORN

1920

DIED

2013

FUNERAL HOME

The Runge Mortuary and Crematory

838 East Kimberly Road

Davenport, Iowa

Dorothy Adams Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Apr. 2, 2013.

Dorothy Marie Adams, 92, of Buffalo, IA; died Monday, April 1, 2013 at the Good Samaritan Nursing Home in Davenport. Funeral services will be held on Thursday, April 4, 2013 at 1:00 PM at The Runge Mortuary. Visitation will be Thursday from 11:00 am until the service at the mortuary. Burial will be in Rose Hill Cemetery, Buffalo. Memorials may be made to Buffalo Fire Department, Buffalo Historical Society or Calvary Lutheran Church in Buffalo, IA. Online condolences may be left at www.rungemortuary.com

Dorothy, a life-long resident of Buffalo, was born October 3, 1920 in Buffalo, IA; the daughter of Walter and Lelia (Bald) Pagel. She was united in marriage to Lewis M. Adams on February 19, 1944 in Ft. Monmouth, NJ; he preceded her in death on June 25, 1998.

She enjoyed gardening and crafts. Her memberships included: Calvary Lutheran Church, Buffalo Fireman's Auxiliary, Genesis Auxiliary, Buffalo Historical Society (which she founded) and the Scott County Genealogical and Historical Societies. She served as the last secretary of Buffalo Independent School District #1, retiring when it merged with the Davenport Community School System in 1966. She retired as deputy City Clerk of Buffalo in 1980.

Those left to honor her memory include her children: Nancy (Ralph) Stalder, rural Blue Grass, IA; son, Terry (Brenda) Adams, Buffalo, IA; six grandchildren: twelve great grandchildren and a sister-in-law, Vera Pagel, Red Wing, MN.

Dorothy was preceded in death by her parents, one sister, two brothers and a great granddaughter.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Memories and Condolences
for Dorothy Adams

What is your first memory of Dorothy?

Share a favorite memory you have of Dorothy.

Tell us about a special moment you shared with Dorothy.

Describe a time when Dorothy made you laugh or smile.

What is something you will always remember about Dorothy?

Talk about a shared experience you had with Dorothy.

What is something you did together that you enjoyed?

Describe a place or activity that reminds you of Dorothy.

Tell us about a personal story or anecdote involving Dorothy.

What is something you learned from Dorothy?

Not sure what to say?

2 Entries

April 4, 2013

Deepest condolences to the Adams family from Rod & Colleen Levsen. Dorothy's knowledge of the City of Buffalo will be sorely missed. Rest in peace. Best Regards and please know you are in our prayers.

April 2, 2013

Phyllis Wright

May God wrap you in his arms to comfort you in the loss of your mother. Dorothy was a wonderful lady and I enjoyed her at the senior site and also when we played Bunco, she will be dearly missed. I am so sorry for the families loss

Showing 1 - 2 of 2 results

Make a Donation
in Dorothy Adams's name

Memorial Events
for Dorothy Adams

To offer your sympathy during this difficult time, you can now have memorial trees planted in a National Forest in memory of your loved one.

Funeral services provided by:

The Runge Mortuary and Crematory

838 East Kimberly Road, Davenport, IA 52807

How to support Dorothy's loved ones
Commemorate a cherished Veteran with a special tribute of Taps at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.

The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.

Read more
Attending a Funeral: What to Know

You have funeral questions, we have answers.

Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?

What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?

Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?

We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.

Read more
Resources to help you cope with loss
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Estate Settlement Guide

If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.

Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast

Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.

Read more
The Five Stages of Grief

They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.

Read more
Ways to honor Dorothy Adams's life and legacy
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituary Templates

These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.

Read more
Obituary Examples

You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.

Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?

Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.

Read more