James “Jim” Phelan Adams, 77, passed from this life on July 6th, 2023 at Overland Park Regional Medical Center in Overland Park, KS. A graveside service will be conducted on July 15th, 2023 at 10:30 am at Evergreen Cemetery in Paris, TX, with Rev. Curtis Blake officiating.
Jim was born on August 12, 1945 to James William and Gladys Maynard Adams. He was a graduate of Paris High School and East Texas State University. Jim also enlisted and proudly served in the Air Force. He had a passion for music, movies, cars, painting and being outdoors.
He married Donna Kathryn Oyler on May 21, 1966. She preceded him in death in 1996.
In addition to his wife, he was preceded in death by both parents, son Michael Adams; brothers Lanny Adams and Tim Adams; and nephews, Jeff Adams and Brendon Mooney.
He is survived by two children, daughter, Kristi Streit and husband, Jamie, and son, Steve Adams; three grandchildren, Katie Heintzelman and husband, Jack, Drew Adams, and Zoe Adams; nieces, Ashleigh Mooney, Regina Gilbreath, Melanie Adams; sisters-in-law, Linda Adams, and Joan Mooney and husband, Richard; and many amazing great nieces and nephews.
His family would like to extend a special thank you to the amazing healthcare team at Lakeview Village in Lenexa, KS where he was a resident for over 12 years.
