Jeffrey Adams
02/04/1961 - 12/20/2023
Jeffrey Adams, 62, of Whitesburg, Kentucky passed away on December 20, 2023 in Scottsburg, Indiana at his son Chris' home surrounded by his son, daughter-in-law, and grandson.
Jeff is survived by his two sons, Christopher Adams and Josh Adams, and his daughter-in-law, Vanessa Adams; stepchildren, Isaac Fields, Crystal Hatton, and Casey Fields of Whitesburg, Kentucky; sister, Jill Adams; and his cherished grandson, David C. Adams.
Preceding him in death are his wife, Tammy Adams, whose memory he held dear, as well as his parents, Joyce Christine Adams and David "Buzz" Adams.
Jeff's life was marked by a passion for various pursuits. An avid CASE knife collector, he found joy in the craftsmanship of these treasured pieces. His talents extended to carpentry and homebuilding, which led to the establishment of AB Homes Inc. Jeff's dedication to his work was matched only by his commitment to serving his country as a veteran of the US Army, earning an honorable discharge.
A lover of the great outdoors, Jeff found solace by the water, particularly as an enthusiastic bass fisherman. There was nothing quite like the thrill of catching that "big bass" in the early morning with a topwater fishing bait. His love for learning extended beyond his professional endeavors, as he enjoyed reading and exploring various subjects. Additionally, in the later years of his life, Jeffrey Adams found profound solace and strength by turning his life and everything over to Christ.
However, Jeff's greatest joy came from spending time with his friends and family, creating lasting memories that will be cherished for generations.
Condolences (4)
Larry Lee
I wish that I would have met Jeff earlier in life, although the 6 years I was around him I felt as though I had known him for life.
He was always so humble and caring and boy he would talk your ears off if you wasn’t careful. He loved to talk about Case knives…he had a really nice collection he had gotten over the years and he could tell you the name of each one, what the handles where made out of and why they made them the way the did.. The intended purpose Case made them the way they did.
And to be honest he was sick the entire time I knew Jeff and was around him. I found out after I had been around him several years I think it was 2 years after we met that Chris told me his dad was fighting cancer. And boy did he fight.
The reason I didn’t know he was sick is cause he didn’t want me to treat him any different cause he was sick . Whatever I wanted to say or whatever I was gonna do he was ready for it and didn’t want no special love or attention…
I am glad he is no longer in pain. The last few months have been rough on the entire family…
So RIP ol buddy. Till we meet again..
Your friend , Larry Lee
Larry Lee
I have only known Jeff for about 6 years and he was having health problems from the day we met. The thing that impressed me the most about Jeff is it didn’t matter how sick he was, if you didn’t know he had health issues he didn’t show it to his friends . He always had a smile and would laugh and cut up with me. We had something in common from day one he collected Case knives and I collected several different styles and manufactures knives besides the few Case knives I had and He had the coolest case he kept his knife collection in and he could tell you the name of everyone of them and where he had got it from.
Also hid his illness from me and my fiancé and I believe the reason why is Jeff didn’t want us to feel sorry for him and give him special treatment cause he was ill..
He had so many stories about his younger years growing up and they would never bore me.
I will sure miss you ol buddy and I am very honored to have you call me a friend. A close good friend..
Rest in peace ,and thank you for being my friend…
Dana Free
Jeff was the father of my youngest son Chris Adams. Jeff came to live with Chris a few years ago and was blessed to be able to bond with his grandchild David. My husband and moved in with my son Chris as well. Jeff and I would sit on the porch early mornings drinking coffee and reminiscing. We found a renewed friendship in one another. I spent many hours with him talking and enjoying one another’s company. I feel so blessed to have had the opportunity taking Jeff to his doctor appointments and his chemotherapy. I would tell Jeff this often and am grateful God gave us that time together. A renewed bond that we shared a son, grandson and forgiveness toward one another. He is and always will be missed. My hopes were Jeff would live long enough to see his grandson become a man. This was not God’s plan. His soul us at peace and the memories he made will endure till we all are reunited on God’s new earth.
Chris Adams
Loved sitting with dad on the porch or back deck over the last few years talking and enjoying one another. I love you Dad, be at rest and know everything will be fine. Till we meet again, keep catching them big bass hogs.