Jerry Max Adams

Jerry Adams was born in Mayfield, KY to parents Harvey Boyd Adams and Elsie Merle Hixson Adams and grew up in Pryorsburg, KY. Jerry enjoyed playing basketball and spending time with friends at the pool hall. He had an excellent work ethic even at an early age growing tobacco and tending to the family garden.

After graduating from Loneoak High School in 1960, Jerry worked at Utility Tower as an installer. He later moved to Kansas City and worked at Intercontinental Engineering as a mechanic. It was in Kansas City that Jerry met his wife Carol Hall, and they married in 1963. They had their first son, Brian Keith in 1964 and Bradley Louis in 1970. Jerry later went to work at TWA (purchased by American Airlines) as a mechanic and a powerhouse operator. He completed his career there.

Jerry was known for being thrifty and enjoyed a good banter with the new car salesperson when making a purchase. He wanted to get the biggest bang for his buck. He was honest, hardworking, and taught his children the importance of a job well done. He was a saver and a wonderful provider for his family.

Jerry and Carol attended church services at Northside Christian Church and then Clay County Church. They made many friends there and enjoyed playing cards with various couples on the weekend. Jerry always had a huge garden with many vegetables and shared his bounty with friends, neighbors, and family. They enjoyed spending time during the holidays with family in Kentucky and Kansas City.

Jerry was preceded in death by his parents Harvey and Elsie Adams, his brothers Gene and Hilton Adams, sister Dianne McManus, and son Brian Adams. He leaves behind wife; Carol, son; Brad; sister, Vicki Toon; as well as many other family members.

Services for Jerry will be at:

McGilley Antioch Chapel

3325 NE Vivion Road

Kansas City, MO 64119

Visitation June 27, 2024, 5-7pm

Funeral Service June 28, 2024, 11am

Committal Service to follow at East Slope Cemetery