Obituary Overview
J. Melvin S. Adams
August 15, 1935 – August 28, 2018
With heavy hearts we announce that Mel passed away peacefully on August 28th, 2018, with his best friend, love of his life, the one he referred to affectionately as “my Margaret” by his side.
Mel will be lovingly remembered by his wife of 57 years Margaret, children Christine and Jason and their children Kennidi and Josh, Jennifer and Jason and their children Audrey and Emily, sister Ann, sister-in-law Mona Kerr, and many other relatives and friends. He was predeceased by parents Ethel and Walter Adams, brother and good friend Bruce Adams, and brother-in-law Dennis Kerr.
Mel was born in Morden, Manitoba, but grew up in Winnipeg. Summers in his early years were spent with his brother and sister in Roland, Manitoba, with two of his favorite people, Grandma and Grandpa Sutton. School years involved playing any, and all sports. In his adult years he had a passion for curling and golf, through the years he was a member of the Fort Rouge Curling Club, and the Niakwa and Elmhurst Golf Courses.
In 1961 he married Margaret, they had a wonderful marriage that was an example to their daughters of what to strive for in a marriage. The early years of their marriage were spent living in Regina and Calgary. In the late 1960s they moved back to Winnipeg and shortly after they were blessed with daughters Christine and Jennifer. Mel loved his girls beyond measure and was immensely proud of them. Nothing compared though to the birth of his 4 grandchildren, they were the light of his life. These four children were beyond lucky to have him in their life, he spent many hours telling them stories of his adventures as a young boy, playing with them, and loving them. One of his regrets is that he didn’t have more time with Audrey and Emily.
Mel and Margaret had the opportunity to travel to many places with family and friends. Nothing though made him happier than having his family together at the cottage in Wanasing Beach. The memories made there hold a special place in all of our hearts.
Mel was someone that was quick to smile and had a great sense of humor. He was an honest man with incredible integrity. His entire career was spent in the furniture industry, which he loved. He began working at Parkhill Bedding & Furniture, and ended as a General Merchandising Manager at Palliser Furniture. He was well respected by his colleagues and a mentor to many. Through the years many colleagues became friends.
We give special thanks to the wonderful staff at St. Boniface Hospital for their compassion and kindness.
Celebration of Life will be held on Wednesday, September 5th at 2:00 PM at Chapel Lawn Funeral Home, 4000 Portage Avenue.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Mel’s honour to Crohn’s & Colitis Canada, or to the charity of your choice.
Nos plus sincères sympathies à la famille et aux amis de J Melvin Adams 2018..
Décès pour la Ville: Winnipeg, Province: Manitoba
