Thomas "Tom" Louis Adams

Tom Adams was a professional cowboy his entire adult life. He was a respected member of the profession and known for his extraordinary ability as a horse trainer. His proudest professional accomplishment was working for THE John Wayne at his 26 Bar Ranch in Springerville, AZ. Beyond his professional accomplishments, his selflessness with others and his endearing sense of humor made him a cherished and loyal friend to many. Tom Adams was also a man of faith.

In his free time, Tom enjoyed spending time watching any old western film he could get his hands on, which brought him joy and relaxation. He also truly enjoyed visiting any pawn shop or flea market he could find. Additionally, Tom enjoyed spending time with family and friends, every single chance he got.

Tom Adams is preceded in death by his parents George and Edna Adams of Quemado, NM, and granddaughter Aslyn Ryan of Honolulu, HI. He is survived by four children, Donald Willis and wife Julia Willis of Bentonville, AR, Dee Bien and husband Jesse Bien of Overland Park, KS, Markia Winkler and husband Jeremy Winkler of Thorndale, TX, and Rocky Adams of Thorndale, TX, eighteen grandchildren, Brandon Willis of San Jacinto, CA, Candace Wright of Lumberton, TX, Mat Nolan and wife Angie Nolan of Rochester, MN, Adam Willis and wife Athena of Azle, TX, Marianna and Connor Willis of Bentonville, AR, Dusty Mansfield of Ardmore, OK, Jeremy and Michael Ryan of Dallas GA, Lindsay Bien of Farmington, MO, Kelseigh and Mackenzie Bien of Knoxville, TN, Taylor DeGrate, Kade and wife Kate Winkler, Cheyenne Winkler, Sierra Winkler, Hannah White, and Everton (Trey) White, all of Thorndale, TX, ten great grandchildren, and brothers Derrel Adams of Albuquerque, NM and Burl Adams, of Quemado, NM, as well as numerous other family members and friends.

We will announce memorial details soon. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Prostate Cancer Foundation or the American Cancer Society.

Tom Adams will be dearly missed by all who knew him, but his legacy will live on through his family, friends, and colleagues.