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EUGENE T. ADAMS
April 17, 1923 ~ Oct. 2, 2013
"Life should not be a journey to the grave with the intention of arriving safely in a pretty and well preserved body, but rather to skid in broadside in a cloud of smoke, thoroughly used up, totally worn out, and loudly proclaiming "Wow! What a ride!"
~ Hunter S. Thompson
Eugene T. Adams, 90, of Vancouver, WA, passed away Oct. 2, 2013. He was born April 17, 1923.
Eugene served in the Army during World War II and later built houses, raised dogs, trained and ran greyhounds, and was a fireman for the City of Vancouver for 24 years.
He enjoyed being an avid outdoors man, fast-pitch softball for the City of Vancouver, bowling, golf, hunting and fishing.
Eugene is survived by his sons, Wilbur (Kathy) and Samuel (Carley) Adams; daughters, Susan (Roger) Weber and Brenda (Greg) Adams; brothers, Bill, Wilbur and Lloyd Adams; sisters, Arleta and Eleanor; seven grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; and June Seacrest who spent many good years with him.
He was preceded in death by his wife of 44 years, Verl; daughter, Brenda; and grandson, Brian.
Viewing will be Tues., Oct. 8, 2013, 12:00 to 9:00 p.m. with a funeral service on Wed., Oct. 9, 2013 at 3:00 p.m. at Evergreen Memorial Gardens.
Donations may be sent to the local Burn Center.
Please sign his guestbook at: www.columbian.com/obits.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
So sorry to hear of Uncle Gene's passing. He was my stepmother, Eileen's, brother. I have very fond memories of the times I spent with him.
Randy Lancaster
October 31, 2013
So sorry to hear about Gene. Our students loved seeing and visiting with him at Mallard Landing. We all enjoyed his great sense of humor and he is truly missed.
BGHS Futures Program
October 24, 2013
Sam, Susan, Spike I was so sorry to read about Gene's passing. What a nice man. He shared many stories with me, including his love for his family. Take care. Sandy - Caregiver
October 10, 2013
I am so deeply sorry to hear about Eugene's passing. I worked for a local medical clinic and helped take care of his feet. At every appointment, he would talk to me about golf. He even gave me a couple books on the sport. His family is in my thoughts and all of us in our office will miss him!
Rachel Carpenter
October 9, 2013
We were sorry to read of Gene's death. His first cousin, Don Harris, called him earlier this year and enjoyed a good conversation. Our sympathy to his family. Don & Carol Harris
Don Harris
October 8, 2013
Sorry to hear of Gene's passing - good memories of dinners at June's and his many stories to tell. Rest in peace Geno!!
Nick & Pam Secrest
October 8, 2013
Sorry to read about Eugene passing
Bruce Daniels
October 6, 2013
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