James Adams Jr.
James (Big Jim) Adams, Jr., 72 of Garfield Heights, formerly of Logan WV passed away on February 14, 2020.
He was born in Cleveland, OH on May 20, 1947 to the late James and Helen (née Murphy) Adams. He was also preceded in death by brothers John, Michael, and Eugene Adams, sister, Janet Beard and surrogate son Arthur Beard.
Jim worked at the post office and the coal mines and ended his career as owner of T & J Masonry.
He was a disabled veteran of the Vietnam war. He was awarded the following medals; Bronze Star Medal, Air Medal, Army Commendation Medal, National Defense Service Medal, Vietnam Service Medal with four bronze stars, Republic Vietnam Campaign with 1960 Device and Republic of Vietnam Gallantry Cross.
Jim enjoyed people, never met a stranger and loved his family and friends.
He is survived by his wife of 48 years, Constance, daughter, Tira (Darran) Adams, sons Jevon (Bridgette) Adams, Nathaniel Beard, 13 grandchildren, Kiara, Janet, Janay, Nathaniel, Danyl, Jasmine, Jaonna, Akeelah, Jeki, Kyson, Kyree and Jael, 3 great grandchildren, Nevaeh, Adrian and Geneva.
Per his request he has been cremated. A celebration of his life will be held at a later date.
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Send our deepest sympathies. Jim was a GREAT Man,my sister Candy and I grew up with the family we were like family to Jim. I am so saddened to hear of his passing.
Love yall.
My heart is truly broken..He was a sweet and very much loved friend..I will miss him so.. prayers for all the family..My condolences to you all..
My heart is deeply saddened from hearing this news…Big Jim was a friend & like a brother to me at one point and time…he was a really good person at heart…my love, prayers & condolences to Connie, Jevon & the Family.
I’m so sorry, Tira.
PRAYERS to the family and r.i.p big Jim sadly be missed
So sorry for your loss. Praying for the family.
So sorry for your loss Praying for God too give you all Peace and Comfort as you all grieve for your love one God Bless you all
Prayers and comfort to the family
Jim is a great guy, prayers for his family and friends while they go thru this rough time in their life.
RIP Big Jim and thank you for your service.
So sorry to hear this. Praying God will comfort you today and in the days to come.