Josephine B. Adams

1916 - 2013

Josephine B. Adams obituary, 1916-2013, Avilla, IN

BORN

1916

DIED

2013

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Elzey-Patterson-Rodak Home for Funerals

6810 Old Trail Road

Fort Wayne, Indiana

Josephine Adams Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Mar. 30, 2013.

Josephine B. Adams, 96, of Avilla, has gone to be with her Lord and Savior on Good Friday, March 29, 2013. She was born December 13, 1916 in Auburn, Indiana, the daughter of the late John Wesley and Lizzie Lottie (Cornell) Smith. She was proud to be a homemaker and a compassionate Christian who loved the Lord. She was a member of Liberty Mills Church of the Nazarene, was an avid reader, and was a great listener; always willing to give excellent advice. She enjoyed spending time with her family, friends, along with her Provena family. She passionately cared for children, whether it was helping to raise neighborhood children, babysitting, or teaching Sunday school. Surviving are her husband, Ellis E. Adams of Avilla; son, Wesley Adams of Kimmell; grandchildren, Deborah Adams, Cathy (Jim) Griffis, Rebecca (Thomas) Clendenen, Laurie (Dave) Beck, Cynthia (Randy) Christo, Janet Wagoner, and Mike (Ann) Adams; 14 great grandchildren; 9 great great grandchildren; and daughters in law, Dianna Adams and Donna Adams, both of Fort Wayne. She was also preceded in death by a son, Kenneth Adams. A funeral will be held Wednesday, April 3, 2013 at 11:00 AM at Provena Sacred Heart Home, 515 North Main Street, Avilla, Indiana, 46710 with visitation 1 hour prior. Visitation will also be on Tuesday, April 2, 2013 from 5 to 8 PM at Provena Sacred Heart Home. Burial will be at Lindenwood Cemetery. Preferred memorials may be made to Provena Sacred Heart Home or Liberty Mills Church of the Nazarene. "THANK GOD FOR JOSHEPHINE"

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April 1, 2013

Aunt Jo was such a sweet lady. I loved watching her and Uncle Ellis. They loved each other so much. She will always have a special place in my heart. I am so sorry for you loss. Love Ken and Tammy (Byall) Sipe

March 31, 2013

I'm sorry to read about your loss. May you draw close to God in prayer and find comfort in reading his Word.

March 31, 2013

Aunt Jo was a dear woman who loved our Uncle Ellis and was devoted to him, as well as to her two sons. She had a ready laugh and a warm smile upon each visit. I'm so grateful for my visit last fall when she met our granddaughter, Raney and shared stories of family; it was a warm visit and a typical caring, focused, loving time together. Many warm memories and happy times will surely bless you, Wes; we hope so. Our sympathy and warm hugs reach out to you and to Uncle Ellis and the entire family. Love, Bonnie and Pat and family

March 31, 2013

Aunt Jo was the sweetest & most dear person. She always expressed her love, had a sweet word for her family, and was a gentle soul. She always had a twinkle in her eye, and as her niece, appreciated the tiniest thing done for her, and said so. I will always carry the memory of her and her beloved Ellis, and how she loved her boys. Family was everything to her, and although she had a deep faith, she expressed it in her love for others; demonstrated true caring. Our lives are richer because of her. Sending condolences to all her family, with a special thanks to Wesley, who gave her many extra years with his love and devotion and loving care. Our love & hopes you will be comforted by her sweet memory, Dino & Michele Adams Michaels

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