Gary R. Adams

Gary R. Adams, age 82, of Galloway, OH, passed away after a short illness while at home on Tuesday, November 12, 2024. Born in Hamilton, Ohio to the late Theodore and Jaqueline Adams, Gary was a graduate of Hamilton High School, Class of 1960. He was a graduate of the United States Naval Academy, Class of 1963, commissioned an officer upon graduation, and proudly served as a Lieutentant in the United States Navy from 1963-1969. After his naval career, he attained his Masters, Engineering degree from The Ohio State University. He was employed at Wright Patterson Air Force Base, Dayton, OH, where he retired in 2000 after 37 years of service. 

Gary is survived by his wife Amy Adams, daughter Kristen (James) Cummins, grandchildren James, Dillon and Grant Cummins, step-son Jeremy (Ana) Burns, step-granddaughters Elaina and Audrey Arthur, his siblings: Georgia Patrick, Patricia Richardson, Margo Benham, Rickey (Melissa) Adams, Melody Adams, Walter Adams, Luanne (Bob) Hubbard, James (Tena) Adams, and many nieces, nephews and friends.

Private family services will be held. Please visit www.radermcdonaldtiddfuneralhome.com to share your favorite memories and to send your condolences to the family.

The Rader-McDonald-Tidd Funeral Home, 1355 W. Main St., West Jefferson, OH 43162 614-879-9222, assisted the family.