Jerry Ellis Adams
(June 24, 1934 - October 12, 2013)
Jerry Ellis Adams, a family man and grandfather, died on Saturday, October 12, 2013 at the age of 79.
Born June 24, 1934, he was a member of Westside Emmanuel Baptist Church of Bogalusa, LA. The Pearl River Swamp was Adams' playground where he enjoyed a lifetime of fishing and hunting with his many friends and family. However, as much as he loved the hunt, he really enjoyed sharing and cooking his catches at local fish fries for his beloved family and church friends. A native of Washington Parish, Adams was well known for his craftsmanship of building custom-made fishing boats. He also enjoyed spending quality time with his hunting buddies at the deer camp in Prentiss, MS.
Adams, also known as "Snake" early on in his life, began his career working as a meat-cutter for Rushing Grocery Store on Pleasant Hill, a trade he mastered in his Agriculture class at Bogalusa High School. Later he was employed by the Gaylord Paper Mill of Bogalusa, LA until he retired with 42 years of service as Head Operator in the Power House. During his tenure as a paper mill employee he acquired the nickname "Jug" which stuck with him to the end.
Adams and his wife donated the property that currently houses the Clayton W. Byrd 7th District Fire Station in the Ben's Ford community where he proudly served on the Civil Service Board.
Adams is survived by his loving wife of 59 years, Betty Lynn Byrd Adams; one daughter, Lorrie (Keith) Bickham of Varnado, LA, a son-in-law, Jerome "Jay" Ryan of Bogalusa, LA; one sister, Phyllis Adams Nielsen, and one brother, Bruce (Debbie) Adams, all of Bogalusa, LA.
Adams was "Big Papa" to five grandchildren, Bent Bickham of Poplarville, MS, Adam (Kristie) Ryan of Covington, LA, Wil (Heather) Bickham of Hattiesburg, MS, Amber Ryan of Bogalusa, LA and Larke Bickham of Poplarville, MS; three great-grandchildren, McKenzie, Blake and Averie Leigh Ryan, all of Covington, LA. Adams had numerous other loving family members including, Carol and Alan Hillier of Franklinton, LA.
He was preceded in death by one daughter, Kathye Lynn Adams Ryan; one infant son, Jerry Ellis Adams, Jr., his parents, Ellis and Irene Adams as well as one infant brother.
Relatives and friends of the family are invited to the visitation which will be held on Monday, October 14, 2013 at Poole-Ritchie Funeral Home from 6:00 P.M. - 9:00 P.M.
Visitation will continue on Tuesday, October 15, 2013 at Westside Emmanuel Baptist Church at 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. The Funeral Services will be held at 11:00 a.m. with Rev. Marcus Rosa officiating. Interment will follow at McGehee Cemetery in Bogalusa, LA.
Although he was known for his love for the outdoors, Adams was his grandchildren's strongest Advocate and most faithful supporter in their many endeavors throughout their lives. In lieu of flowers, the family request donations be made to the American Cancer Society or Westside Emmanuel Baptist Church.
(June 24, 1934 - October 12, 2013)
Jerry Ellis Adams, a family man and grandfather, died on Saturday, October 12, 2013 at the age of 79.
Born June 24, 1934, he was a member of Westside Emmanuel Baptist Church of Bogalusa, LA. The Pearl River Swamp was Adams' playground where he enjoyed a lifetime of fishing and hunting with his many friends and family. However, as much as he loved the hunt, he really enjoyed sharing and cooking his catches at local fish fries for his beloved family and church friends. A native of Washington Parish, Adams was well known for his craftsmanship of building custom-made fishing boats. He also enjoyed spending quality time with his hunting buddies at the deer camp in Prentiss, MS.
Adams, also known as "Snake" early on in his life, began his career working as a meat-cutter for Rushing Grocery Store on Pleasant Hill, a trade he mastered in his Agriculture class at Bogalusa High School. Later he was employed by the Gaylord Paper Mill of Bogalusa, LA until he retired with 42 years of service as Head Operator in the Power House. During his tenure as a paper mill employee he acquired the nickname "Jug" which stuck with him to the end.
Adams and his wife donated the property that currently houses the Clayton W. Byrd 7th District Fire Station in the Ben's Ford community where he proudly served on the Civil Service Board.
Adams is survived by his loving wife of 59 years, Betty Lynn Byrd Adams; one daughter, Lorrie (Keith) Bickham of Varnado, LA, a son-in-law, Jerome "Jay" Ryan of Bogalusa, LA; one sister, Phyllis Adams Nielsen, and one brother, Bruce (Debbie) Adams, all of Bogalusa, LA.
Adams was "Big Papa" to five grandchildren, Bent Bickham of Poplarville, MS, Adam (Kristie) Ryan of Covington, LA, Wil (Heather) Bickham of Hattiesburg, MS, Amber Ryan of Bogalusa, LA and Larke Bickham of Poplarville, MS; three great-grandchildren, McKenzie, Blake and Averie Leigh Ryan, all of Covington, LA. Adams had numerous other loving family members including, Carol and Alan Hillier of Franklinton, LA.
He was preceded in death by one daughter, Kathye Lynn Adams Ryan; one infant son, Jerry Ellis Adams, Jr., his parents, Ellis and Irene Adams as well as one infant brother.
Relatives and friends of the family are invited to the visitation which will be held on Monday, October 14, 2013 at Poole-Ritchie Funeral Home from 6:00 P.M. - 9:00 P.M.
Visitation will continue on Tuesday, October 15, 2013 at Westside Emmanuel Baptist Church at 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. The Funeral Services will be held at 11:00 a.m. with Rev. Marcus Rosa officiating. Interment will follow at McGehee Cemetery in Bogalusa, LA.
Although he was known for his love for the outdoors, Adams was his grandchildren's strongest Advocate and most faithful supporter in their many endeavors throughout their lives. In lieu of flowers, the family request donations be made to the American Cancer Society or Westside Emmanuel Baptist Church.
Jerry Ellis Adams
(June 24, 1934 - October 12, 2013)
Jerry Ellis Adams, a family man and grandfather, died on Saturday, October 12, 2013 at the age of 79.
Born June 24, 1934, he was a member of Westside Emmanuel Baptist Church of Bogalusa, LA. The Pearl River Swamp was Adams' playground where he enjoyed a lifetime of fishing and hunting with his many friends and family. However, as much as he loved the hunt, he really enjoyed sharing and cooking his catches at local fish fries for his beloved family and church friends. A native of Washington Parish, Adams was well known for his craftsmanship of building custom-made fishing boats. He also enjoyed spending quality time with his hunting buddies at the deer camp in Prentiss, MS.
Adams, also known as "Snake" early on in his life, began his career working as a meat-cutter for Rushing Grocery Store on Pleasant Hill, a trade he mastered in his Agriculture class at Bogalusa High School. Later he was employed by the Gaylord Paper Mill of Bogalusa, LA until he retired with 42 years of service as Head Operator in the Power House. During his tenure as a paper mill employee he acquired the nickname "Jug" which stuck with him to the end.
Adams and his wife donated the property that currently houses the Clayton W. Byrd 7th District Fire Station in the Ben's Ford community where he proudly served on the Civil Service Board.
Adams is survived by his loving wife of 59 years, Betty Lynn Byrd Adams; one daughter, Lorrie (Keith) Bickham of Varnado, LA, a son-in-law, Jerome "Jay" Ryan of Bogalusa, LA; one sister, Phyllis Adams Nielsen, and one brother, Bruce (Debbie) Adams, all of Bogalusa, LA.
Adams was "Big Papa" to five grandchildren, Bent Bickham of Poplarville, MS, Adam (Kristie) Ryan of Covington, LA, Wil (Heather) Bickham of Hattiesburg, MS, Amber Ryan of Bogalusa, LA and Larke Bickham of Poplarville, MS; three great-grandchildren, McKenzie, Blake and Averie Leigh Ryan, all of Covington, LA. Adams had numerous other loving family members including, Carol and Alan Hillier of Franklinton, LA.
He was preceded in death by one daughter, Kathye Lynn Adams Ryan; one infant son, Jerry Ellis Adams, Jr., his parents, Ellis and Irene Adams as well as one infant brother.
Relatives and friends of the family are invited to the visitation which will be held on Monday, October 14, 2013 at Poole-Ritchie Funeral Home from 6:00 P.M. - 9:00 P.M.
Visitation will continue on Tuesday, October 15, 2013 at Westside Emmanuel Baptist Church at 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. The Funeral Services will be held at 11:00 a.m. with Rev. Marcus Rosa officiating. Interment will follow at McGehee Cemetery in Bogalusa, LA.
Although he was known for his love for the outdoors, Adams was his grandchildren's strongest Advocate and most faithful supporter in their many endeavors throughout their lives. In lieu of flowers, the family request donations be made to the American Cancer Society or Westside Emmanuel Baptist Church.
(June 24, 1934 - October 12, 2013)
Jerry Ellis Adams, a family man and grandfather, died on Saturday, October 12, 2013 at the age of 79.
Born June 24, 1934, he was a member of Westside Emmanuel Baptist Church of Bogalusa, LA. The Pearl River Swamp was Adams' playground where he enjoyed a lifetime of fishing and hunting with his many friends and family. However, as much as he loved the hunt, he really enjoyed sharing and cooking his catches at local fish fries for his beloved family and church friends. A native of Washington Parish, Adams was well known for his craftsmanship of building custom-made fishing boats. He also enjoyed spending quality time with his hunting buddies at the deer camp in Prentiss, MS.
Adams, also known as "Snake" early on in his life, began his career working as a meat-cutter for Rushing Grocery Store on Pleasant Hill, a trade he mastered in his Agriculture class at Bogalusa High School. Later he was employed by the Gaylord Paper Mill of Bogalusa, LA until he retired with 42 years of service as Head Operator in the Power House. During his tenure as a paper mill employee he acquired the nickname "Jug" which stuck with him to the end.
Adams and his wife donated the property that currently houses the Clayton W. Byrd 7th District Fire Station in the Ben's Ford community where he proudly served on the Civil Service Board.
Adams is survived by his loving wife of 59 years, Betty Lynn Byrd Adams; one daughter, Lorrie (Keith) Bickham of Varnado, LA, a son-in-law, Jerome "Jay" Ryan of Bogalusa, LA; one sister, Phyllis Adams Nielsen, and one brother, Bruce (Debbie) Adams, all of Bogalusa, LA.
Adams was "Big Papa" to five grandchildren, Bent Bickham of Poplarville, MS, Adam (Kristie) Ryan of Covington, LA, Wil (Heather) Bickham of Hattiesburg, MS, Amber Ryan of Bogalusa, LA and Larke Bickham of Poplarville, MS; three great-grandchildren, McKenzie, Blake and Averie Leigh Ryan, all of Covington, LA. Adams had numerous other loving family members including, Carol and Alan Hillier of Franklinton, LA.
He was preceded in death by one daughter, Kathye Lynn Adams Ryan; one infant son, Jerry Ellis Adams, Jr., his parents, Ellis and Irene Adams as well as one infant brother.
Relatives and friends of the family are invited to the visitation which will be held on Monday, October 14, 2013 at Poole-Ritchie Funeral Home from 6:00 P.M. - 9:00 P.M.
Visitation will continue on Tuesday, October 15, 2013 at Westside Emmanuel Baptist Church at 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. The Funeral Services will be held at 11:00 a.m. with Rev. Marcus Rosa officiating. Interment will follow at McGehee Cemetery in Bogalusa, LA.
Although he was known for his love for the outdoors, Adams was his grandchildren's strongest Advocate and most faithful supporter in their many endeavors throughout their lives. In lieu of flowers, the family request donations be made to the American Cancer Society or Westside Emmanuel Baptist Church.
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