Donald Ray "Don" Adams
1929 - 2018
Early Life: Donald "Don" was born March 16, 1929, in Pocatello, Idaho, to George William Adams and Lettie Marie Bowler Adams. He had one brother, four sisters and was the last of his siblings to pass away. Don grew up in Los Angeles, California. As a child, he loved to walk to the La Brea Tar Pits, Griffith Park, and the Los Angeles Zoo. He particularly enjoyed spending time at the beach.
Life's Work | Service | Interests: Following graduation from high school, Don went to work on his brother-in-law's farm in Provo, Utah. There, he met Carol Hull and they were married May 13, 1950. They were sealed in the Salt Lake Temple of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints on November 11, 1955. Don and Carol were married for 66 years. He graduated from Brigham Young University in 1964 and remained a Cougar fan throughout his life. He worked at Geneva Steel as a chemist in the Nitrogen Lab earning the nickname "Speedy" for his quick and thorough work. He also taught math and science as a substitute teacher. After retiring from Geneva, Don and Carol accepted a call to serve a 12-month mission in the Missouri St. Louis Mission. Throughout his life, one of his greatest joys was the time that he spent with his family. They often went camping at Yellowstone (one of his favorite places) and frequently traveled to various family vacation spots. Don was definitely bitten by the Adams family travel bug. He also loved a good cowboy movie, collecting coins, and was particularly fond of fishing. Don loved his God, his family, and his fellowman. He touched many hearts during his time on earth and will be remembered always through his legacy of service, example of unconditional love and passion for service. Donald Ray Adams was peacefully reunited with his sweetheart, Carol, on May 16, 2018, in St. George, Utah. He was 89.
Survived By: Their children: Christy Rees, St. George; Gary and Nancy Adams, Payson; Brenda Weidinger, Orem; Diane and Bob Schneider, Indio, CA; 13 grandchildren; 54 great grandchildren and four great great grandchildren.
Preceded In Death By: His wife, parents and siblings.
Services: Graveside
Arranged By: Berg Mortuary of Orem
Burial: Orem City Cemetery
Obituary: 2018 © Berg Mortuary
Bio compiled by: Annie Duckett Hundley
1929 - 2018
Early Life: Donald "Don" was born March 16, 1929, in Pocatello, Idaho, to George William Adams and Lettie Marie Bowler Adams. He had one brother, four sisters and was the last of his siblings to pass away. Don grew up in Los Angeles, California. As a child, he loved to walk to the La Brea Tar Pits, Griffith Park, and the Los Angeles Zoo. He particularly enjoyed spending time at the beach.
Life's Work | Service | Interests: Following graduation from high school, Don went to work on his brother-in-law's farm in Provo, Utah. There, he met Carol Hull and they were married May 13, 1950. They were sealed in the Salt Lake Temple of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints on November 11, 1955. Don and Carol were married for 66 years. He graduated from Brigham Young University in 1964 and remained a Cougar fan throughout his life. He worked at Geneva Steel as a chemist in the Nitrogen Lab earning the nickname "Speedy" for his quick and thorough work. He also taught math and science as a substitute teacher. After retiring from Geneva, Don and Carol accepted a call to serve a 12-month mission in the Missouri St. Louis Mission. Throughout his life, one of his greatest joys was the time that he spent with his family. They often went camping at Yellowstone (one of his favorite places) and frequently traveled to various family vacation spots. Don was definitely bitten by the Adams family travel bug. He also loved a good cowboy movie, collecting coins, and was particularly fond of fishing. Don loved his God, his family, and his fellowman. He touched many hearts during his time on earth and will be remembered always through his legacy of service, example of unconditional love and passion for service. Donald Ray Adams was peacefully reunited with his sweetheart, Carol, on May 16, 2018, in St. George, Utah. He was 89.
Survived By: Their children: Christy Rees, St. George; Gary and Nancy Adams, Payson; Brenda Weidinger, Orem; Diane and Bob Schneider, Indio, CA; 13 grandchildren; 54 great grandchildren and four great great grandchildren.
Preceded In Death By: His wife, parents and siblings.
Services: Graveside
Arranged By: Berg Mortuary of Orem
Burial: Orem City Cemetery
Obituary: 2018 © Berg Mortuary
Bio compiled by: Annie Duckett Hundley
Donald Ray "Don" Adams
1929 - 2018
Early Life: Donald "Don" was born March 16, 1929, in Pocatello, Idaho, to George William Adams and Lettie Marie Bowler Adams. He had one brother, four sisters and was the last of his siblings to pass away. Don grew up in Los Angeles, California. As a child, he loved to walk to the La Brea Tar Pits, Griffith Park, and the Los Angeles Zoo. He particularly enjoyed spending time at the beach.
Life's Work | Service | Interests: Following graduation from high school, Don went to work on his brother-in-law's farm in Provo, Utah. There, he met Carol Hull and they were married May 13, 1950. They were sealed in the Salt Lake Temple of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints on November 11, 1955. Don and Carol were married for 66 years. He graduated from Brigham Young University in 1964 and remained a Cougar fan throughout his life. He worked at Geneva Steel as a chemist in the Nitrogen Lab earning the nickname "Speedy" for his quick and thorough work. He also taught math and science as a substitute teacher. After retiring from Geneva, Don and Carol accepted a call to serve a 12-month mission in the Missouri St. Louis Mission. Throughout his life, one of his greatest joys was the time that he spent with his family. They often went camping at Yellowstone (one of his favorite places) and frequently traveled to various family vacation spots. Don was definitely bitten by the Adams family travel bug. He also loved a good cowboy movie, collecting coins, and was particularly fond of fishing. Don loved his God, his family, and his fellowman. He touched many hearts during his time on earth and will be remembered always through his legacy of service, example of unconditional love and passion for service. Donald Ray Adams was peacefully reunited with his sweetheart, Carol, on May 16, 2018, in St. George, Utah. He was 89.
Survived By: Their children: Christy Rees, St. George; Gary and Nancy Adams, Payson; Brenda Weidinger, Orem; Diane and Bob Schneider, Indio, CA; 13 grandchildren; 54 great grandchildren and four great great grandchildren.
Preceded In Death By: His wife, parents and siblings.
Services: Graveside
Arranged By: Berg Mortuary of Orem
Burial: Orem City Cemetery
Obituary: 2018 © Berg Mortuary
Bio compiled by: Annie Duckett Hundley
1929 - 2018
Early Life: Donald "Don" was born March 16, 1929, in Pocatello, Idaho, to George William Adams and Lettie Marie Bowler Adams. He had one brother, four sisters and was the last of his siblings to pass away. Don grew up in Los Angeles, California. As a child, he loved to walk to the La Brea Tar Pits, Griffith Park, and the Los Angeles Zoo. He particularly enjoyed spending time at the beach.
Life's Work | Service | Interests: Following graduation from high school, Don went to work on his brother-in-law's farm in Provo, Utah. There, he met Carol Hull and they were married May 13, 1950. They were sealed in the Salt Lake Temple of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints on November 11, 1955. Don and Carol were married for 66 years. He graduated from Brigham Young University in 1964 and remained a Cougar fan throughout his life. He worked at Geneva Steel as a chemist in the Nitrogen Lab earning the nickname "Speedy" for his quick and thorough work. He also taught math and science as a substitute teacher. After retiring from Geneva, Don and Carol accepted a call to serve a 12-month mission in the Missouri St. Louis Mission. Throughout his life, one of his greatest joys was the time that he spent with his family. They often went camping at Yellowstone (one of his favorite places) and frequently traveled to various family vacation spots. Don was definitely bitten by the Adams family travel bug. He also loved a good cowboy movie, collecting coins, and was particularly fond of fishing. Don loved his God, his family, and his fellowman. He touched many hearts during his time on earth and will be remembered always through his legacy of service, example of unconditional love and passion for service. Donald Ray Adams was peacefully reunited with his sweetheart, Carol, on May 16, 2018, in St. George, Utah. He was 89.
Survived By: Their children: Christy Rees, St. George; Gary and Nancy Adams, Payson; Brenda Weidinger, Orem; Diane and Bob Schneider, Indio, CA; 13 grandchildren; 54 great grandchildren and four great great grandchildren.
Preceded In Death By: His wife, parents and siblings.
Services: Graveside
Arranged By: Berg Mortuary of Orem
Burial: Orem City Cemetery
Obituary: 2018 © Berg Mortuary
Bio compiled by: Annie Duckett Hundley
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