Mighton Funeral Home LTD.
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Ayton, Durham, Elmwood, Chesley and surrounding areas since 1984.
Born January 7, 1934. Peacefully passed away on December 24, 2024, at Grey Gables, Markdale, close to Hanover, Ontario, his home of the past 45 years.
Predeceased by his wife, Dorothy Blyth earlier this year; and his sisters Jocelyn Bernholdt and Margaret Stedman. Son of the late Albert Oliver Adams and Estelle Priscilla Vessot. Loving father of Nancy, Joel and Louis, son-in-law Steven Summers, daughter-in-law Jen Adams, and son-in-law Alan Brito. Proud grandfather of Eric and Scott Summers, and Joshua, Nathan, and Matthew Adams. He held senior positions with Canadian Gypsum and Massey Ferguson before acquiring Canada Spool & Bobbin and later starting Quality Performance Engineering. He will be remembered for his volunteer work, serving as President of Professional Engineers Ontario for three terms, and locally with the Rotary Club of Walkerton and The Gideons International.
Family and friends are invited to Grace United Church, Hanover, on Friday, January 3, 2024, with visiting from 11:00 to 11:45 a.m. with funeral service to follow at 12:00 noon with Pastor Jenn Brown. The service will be livestreamed and can be viewed at https://graceunitedhanover.ca/
Remembrances may be made to The Gideons International. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.mightonfuneral home.ca.
Nancy and family- so sorry to hear of the loss of your dad. He hired me at CSB when I graduated from university until I started my job at the hospital. Such a nice man! Thinking of you and your family at this time! Cherish the memories of your mom and dad!
- Suzanne WhiteNancy, Joel, Louis and families, My condolences for the loss of your father (and mother) in 2024. I remember them as always fun-loving, storytelling, and musical. I'm sure you'll miss them very much, as I've learned after losing our mom (David's sister Margaret) this year. Take care. Catherine Stedman
- Catherine StedmanI just heard about the passing of Uncle David. I was so sad to hear the news. He was such a good man. My mother, Aunt Jocelyn , was so touched by his and your mom's visit before she passed . They were loving , caring, and kind people. Your parents had so much fun together and were so active . Now they are together. We understand how hard it is to have both parents gone. Soon you will remember all the funny things they said and did. My daughter ,Kelly and I send our love and will keep you all in our prayers. Please stay in touch and again we are do sorry for your loss.
- Diana Bernholdt and KellyDear Nancy
So sorry to hear of your father's passing. What a difficult year you have had to have both your parents pass . You will have endless happy memories of both of them. You are in our prayers and thoughts.
Vera Struthers
Such a blessed service
Dave would be so proud of you kids and grandkids
God bless you all with His peace
Paul and Diane Schuett
Such a blessed service 🙏
Dave would be so proud of you kids and grandkids 🎈
God bless you all with His peace ❤️
Paul and Diane Schuett 👫
Sorry we could not make it to the service today because of the blowing snow and roads in Mildmay
Dave was a wonderful Christian friend who we deeply respected
Very intelligent and fun loving who liked to joke
He will indeed be missed but we have many wonderful memories of Dave and Dorothy
We will see them in Heaven someday soon
God Bless
Paul and Diane Schuett Mildmay
So sorry we couldn't make it to the funeral today. We did get half way there but had to turn back because of the weather.
Condolences Nancy, Joel, Louis & families.
Please accept our condolences for both Dorothy and David.
We knew them well from PEO. As I am also a Past President of PEO, we have this extra connection through our profession.
Nancy, Joel and Louis
It was my pleasure to know your dad (and mom) since I moved in across the road in 2017. He was a kind and genteel man who loved his family greatly. I know that he is at rest now and reunited with your mom in heaven. May God give you strength in the coming days, and many fond memories to treasure in the future.
I remember Mr. Adams being my Sunday School teacher. He was always patient and kind even to a preteen who wanted the religious lesson to be over and to move on to outdoor pursuits. I was, and still am, friends with his son Louis, who is a stand up man, Anyone who raised an excellent human like Louis is TOPS in my book. Mr. Adams had a home with a pool and he enjoyed seeing Louis and his friends having a good time swimming in it. I know your final years were hard, but, rest in peace David Adams, you deserve it!
- Mark RhodyAs a former Registrar, Deputy Registrar and volunteer with Professional Engineers Ontario, I had the pleasure and privilege of working with Dave Adams over many years. He was always very supportive of me in my various roles at PEO, and was always a pleasure to work with. He was a man of integrity who I admired and who will be greatly missed by his many PEO colleagues and fellow volunteers.
- Roger Barker, P.EngNancy, it has been a long year for you and your family. Your parents were incredibly fortunate to have had your unwavering love and support. Please accept our condolences.
David, Tina, and Niamh
Thank you Nancy for letting me know that your father had died.
Keith & David became friends in 1959 when they were attending the Engineer Meetings in Brantford. Coincidentally I was working with your mom at the Children's Aid . We had many happy times with them.
David was quite the story teller, always got us laughing when he would tell a tale with a very French accent. There was a usually a few chats about the politics of the day as well.
Nancy, I was so sad to read the news of your dad's passing on December 24th. This has been such a hard time for you and my hope is that in the fullness of time the pain that you are all feeling now will be replaced with wonderful memories of a life well lived. Stay strong my friend. Sue
- Sue RainvilleNancy and family:
We are so sorry to hear about the loss of your father. This has been an extremely difficult year for you as you organized, navigated, and supported both your mother and father in their transitions to care facilities. You have always been a wonderful daughter and advocate for them both, especially in their last years of life. Our hearts go out to you and your family at this time. May God bring you peace, strength and comfort in this time of sorrow. We are holding you in our thoughts and prayers.
Sincerely,
Linda and Mark
Dearest Nancy... I am so sorry for this double loss. What a difficult year this must have been for you and the family. Wishing your mom and dad long chats and laughter from up above. Thinking of you and sending you big hugs. xox
Rania
