1921
2012
Jean Hayden Ward Adams passed away peacefully on Wednesday, June 27, 2012 with her loving family surrounding her. Jean was born on September 15, 1921 to Samuel Gilbert and Ione Brewster Ward in Fort Worth, Texas.
Jean grew up in Fort Worth, Texas where she attended Paschal High School. She then attended Texas Christian University where she met and married the love of her life, Woodrow Adams. After several years, Jean and Woodrow settled in Midland where she lived until 2008. From 2008 to 2012 Jean lived in Stephenville, Texas to be close to her son and family. She loved life, people, and valued her family above all else. Jean was a lifelong member of the First United Methodist Church of Midland where she was an active member of her Sunday school class. For many years, Jean was a volunteer at the Immunization Clinic of the Midland Health Department. She was also active in her Study Club, Book Club, Sewing Club, 20th Century Woman's Club League and a member of the Ranchland Hills Country Club.
Jean was an avid bird watcher and lover of all flowers but her passion was her family to whom she was devoted. She was a radiant Christian woman and will always be remembered as a loving and blessed wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother, aunt, cousin, and friend to all that knew and loved her. Jean's love is all around us and we thank God for her life and legacy of love.
She is preceded in death by her beloved husband, Elmer Woodrow Adams and loving son, Gary Lee Adams.
She is survived by her loving son and daughter-in-law, Sam and Peggy Adams. She is also survived by her precious five granddaughters, Terri and Amy Adams of Midland, Texas and their parents Anne and Larry Kelso; Allison and her husband, Tony Ballinger of Morgan Mill, Texas; Hayden and her husband, John Kimberlin of Millsap, Texas; and Dr. Lauren Adams of Morgan Mill, Texas. Jean was also blessed with four great grandchildren: Lane, Carson and Henley Ballinger, and London Kimberlin, as well as her loving sister, Elaine Shaw and husband, Robert. There are many nephews, nieces, cousins, and friends who will miss Jean Hayden as well.
Visitation will be from 6:00pm to 8:00pm on Friday, June 29, 2012 at Ellis Funeral Home in Midland, Texas. Interment will be held at Resthaven Memorial Park. A memorial service to celebrate Jean's life will be held at 11:00am at Ellis Funeral Home on Saturday, June 30, 2012. Arrangements are under the direction of Ellis Funeral Home. Condolences may be offered at: www.ellisfunerals.com.
In lieu of flowers, the family welcomes memorials to Integra Care Hospice, 937 FM 1821 North, Suite A, Mineral Wells, Texas 76067 or The National Audubon Society, 225 Varick Street, New York, New York 1014, 212-979-3000.
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July 5, 2012
Juan Vasquez, Resthaven Memorial Park
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
June 30, 2012
Martha Alcala
Sam,Peggy,Terri,Amy, Allison, Hayden and Lauren, my prayers are with each of you as you grieve the loss of one of the most wonderful people I have been honored to know. I have such wonderful memories of delivering Jean and Woody's mail on Apperson. Jean and I became fast friends as we shared stories about our families. Mrs. Jean loved each of you and shared many stories with me. Jean was first a beautiful Christian woman, she shared her love of Jesus Christ with everyone she met. And of course she loved her family, eagerly sharing stories about each of you. I praise God that HE honored me with knowing Mrs. Jean. I will see her again because we have a promise of eternal life. Love Martha Alcala
June 29, 2012
Sam, We cherish the wonderful memories we have of your family on Apperson Street in Midland. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Fondly, Richard and Peggy Hembree
June 29, 2012
Dear Elaine and Family:
So sorry to read about the loss of your sister and a Brewster Cousin. I wish I had known her well. Sounds as if she was loved and respected by many. My thoughts will be with all of her family.
Paula Brewster Baker
June 29, 2012
Our love and sympathy to all your family for the loss of this precious lady. Prayers and thoughts from both of us.
Jay and Marcia
June 29, 2012
Dear Sam, Peggy and Family,
We are saddened by Jean's passing. She was such a wonderful lady. She always made me feel like family. Jean, Woody and Gary are now celebrating together.
We send our love and prayers.
Ed and Maxine Putnam, San Juan Capistrano, CA
June 29, 2012
Larry and Virginia Lozano
Prayers to your family Amy, may our sweet Lord lift your family and you in peace and comfort! Love you De Colores!!
June 29, 2012
Dear Lauren and family,
I am so deeply sorry for your loss. All of you will be in my thoughts and prayers that God may lift you, surround you, and help guide you in your time of sorrow. May the Lord give you strength and love.
Bless you all,
Kim and JJ
June 29, 2012
Misty Dentler
Teri,
I love you! My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family!
June 29, 2012
Melissa G
My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Grandmother was such an amazing lady and she will always be smiling on you!
June 29, 2012
Philip and Donna Long
Our prayers and love are with you during this time of sorrow.
June 28, 2012
Anne Thomas Smith
Dear Adams Family,
Thank you for sharing your precious grandmother with me. She treated me like I was her own when we were children. I was so lucky to have known her. I have you all in my thoughts and prayers.
Sending lots of hugs. Love and Miss you all.
June 28, 2012
Mary Esther and Ed Thomas
Dearest Elaine,
We send our deepest sympathy to you and
all your family. What beautiful memories
I have of Jean Hayden and you and your
wonderful Mom and Dad in my early life
in Fort Worth. May God comfort you and
give you peace and strength.
Our love,
June 28, 2012
Ann Hathaway
So sorry to read of Jean's passing. She was such a sweet lady. I did her hair here in Midland many times. She will be missed.
June 28, 2012
My condolences, draw close to God during this difficult time, and he will draw close to you. James 4:8
June 28, 2012
Rhett and Bailey Lively
Our prayers are with you and your family during this time. May God bring you comfort and peace in knowing Jean is now dancing on the streets of gold.
June 28, 2012
Anne Langworthy
To my sweet family...This is such a wonderful, touching obit. I will never forget Jean's sweet smile, and will always treasure our friendship.
I wish-so much-I could be with you.
I'm sending lots of love & hugs for all.
June 28, 2012
Dear Sam, Peggy, Allison, Hayden, and Lauren
What a wonderful gentle lady Jean was. I know you feel fortunate to have had her in your lives. Her manner always reminded me of my mother. May the Lord bless and keep all of you. We are thinking of you and in prayer for you during this time,
Don and Claire Waldron, Henderson, Nevada
June 28, 2012
Mo and Eileen Abouobaya
Our Thoughts and prayers are with you Anne, Larry, Amy and Terri. Rest assure she will be looking down from heaven above and smiling. She will always be in your hearts. God's peace be with you all.
June 28, 2012
Brooke Conner
Amy-my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. She was an amazing lady!
June 28, 2012
Karla Benson
Dr Adams, your family is in our thoughts and prayers. You mom was such a sweet gal, and I will miss her smile and kindness.
June 28, 2012
Lisa Hanbury
Sam, Peggy and family,
What a lovely write up for a precious lady. My life was blessed knowing her. May the Lord wrap his loving arms around you and give you comfort and peace. Know we love each and everyone of you and we will continue lifting you up in prayer.
In loving friendship, Mark, Lisa, Larissa, Micah & Seth Hanbury
June 28, 2012
Beth Rodgers Murphy
Sam and family, I grew up on Bedford with your family and in later years got to know Jean at "lunch bunch" with my mother, Dorothy Rodgers. Jean was such a joy to be around. I am so sorry for your loss but she is with Woody and Gary and all of her friends now. May she rest in peace.
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