Louise Elizabeth Adams
January 14, 1926 ~ September 27, 2011
Services:
A Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated on Saturday, October 1, 2011 at 11:30 AM in
St. George Catholic Church, Valley Lee, MD with Msgr. Karl Chimiak officiating. Interment will follow in the church cemetery.
Visitation:
The family will receive friends on Saturday, October 1, 2011 from 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM in St. George Catholic Church, Valley Lee, MD.
Louise Elizabeth Adams 85, of Drayden, MD died September 27, 2011 at her residence. Born January 14, 1926 in Drayden, MD she was the daughter of the late Luke DeSales and Elvie Virginia Pilkerton Goddard. Louise was the loving wife of the late Ernest Thomas Adams, Jr., whom she married on January 14, in 1953 in St. George Catholic Church. She is survived by her children Janet Graves (Richard), David Adams (Frankie), Judy Bagwell (Jimmy); seven grandchildren, Nine great-grandchildren, One Great-Great Grandchild; as well as her sister Mary L. Marks of Westminster, MD, She was preceded in death by her brothers James Alvin Goddard, Robert Luke Goddard, and sister Margaret Virginia Schultheis. Louise was a lifelong resident of St. Mary’s County, and a Graduate from Great Mills, High School class of 1943. Louise was the Post Master of Callaway post office. The family will receive friends on Saturday, October 1, 2011 from 10:30 – 11:30 AM at the St. George Catholic Church, Valley Lee, MD. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Saturday, October 1, 2011 at 11:30 AM in St. George Catholic Church with Monsignor Karl Chimiak officiating. Interment will follow in the Church Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Donald Goddard, Sr., Stanley Boothe, Ricky Graves, Donald Goddard, Jr., David Adams, Jr. and Terry Bagwell. Contributions in Memory of Louise may be made to Hospice of St. Mary’s, P.O. Box 625, Leonardtown, MD 20650 and/or the Second District Vol. Fire Department & Rescue Squad, P.O. Box 1, Valley Lee, MD 20692. Arrangements provided by the Mattingley-Gardiner Funeral Home, P.A.
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“David, Frankie and family, You are in our thoughts and prayers. Weasy was an awesome lady!”
“”Our thoughts and prayers are with the family.” “
“Judy, Ginger and the rest of family, we are so sorry to hear about Louise, May she rest in peace.”
“My thoughts and prayers are with the family at this most sad time.”
“Dear Judy and Terry and Adams Family, we cannot imagine how much you will miss your Mom and Grandmother’s love and support. You have our prayers and sympathy.”
“I wish I had some magic words to help ease your pain. I’ve heard nothing but great stories about your mother. She left her mark in each and every one of you. My thoughts are with you.”
“A fellow Postmaster and friend may she rest in peace.”
“To the Adams Family: You are in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.”
“What a beautiful picture of a beautiful lady both inside and out. Weegie was very special to me. I will miss her. My prayers are with the family. “
“David, Janet and the rest of the Adams family, we are sorry to hear of the passing of your Mom. We know she has joined your Dad in watching and protecting their wonderful family. Our prayers and thoughts are with you.”
“David, Frankie, Little David, and family, You are in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. We all know “Momma” is in peace. Mrs. Adams was a sweet lady, cherish the memories forever.”
“To The Adams Family, My thoughts and prayers are with you all, remember all the good times and the funny moments they will keep you going. She was a great lady and will be missed by many. Sending love and peace your way.”
“Wease,I am sorry I didn’t get to say my goodbyes.You were a wonderful grandmother to me growing up.I remember all the weekends I was over your house and going to work with you at the Post Office.Finally you are at peace with God.Pop Pop will be waiting for you with open arms.Give him a kiss and hug and tell him I miss and love him.You will be deeply missed.Finally you are at peace.I love you and miss you ! “
“David, Frankie and Lucille “I hope this helps in your darkest hour….My Children and family please don`t look so sad, please don`t cry. I am in the arms of Jesus here in Heaven now with loves ones . Please do not try to question God, don`t think He is unkind. Don`t think He sent me to you and that He changed His mind. You see, I am special and I`m needed up above. I`m the special mom you gave Him, the product of your love. I`ll always be there with you. So watch the sky at night. Find the brightest star that`s gleaming. That`s my halo`s brilliant light. So my children and family please don`t look so sad, please don`t cry. I am in the arms of Jesus. ~ My heart aches over your “
“Janet and family, so sorry to hear about the loss of your Mom. It is a sad day for the whole family. Treasure your memories in your heart, they live forever. “
“My thoughts and prayers are with you at this most difficult time, hold close your wonderful memories…”
“Janet, Judy, and family, You are in my thoughts and prayers, may she rest in peace.”
“Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time of sadness.May god bless you all and hope you all find peace in your hearts with the love of family and friends.Take care”
“To the Adams Family: On behalf of the Cutchember Family, please except our sincere sympathy and prayers during this sorrowful time. God Bless.”
“Although we’ve had our problems I would have never wanted things to end this way. Since I didn’t get to say Goodbye I’m saying it now hoping you’re seeing this. Give Pop-Pop a hug and kiss for me. I love you Wease!!”
“David, Frankie & Family, May your sweet, sweet mom rest in peace. I know you are struggling with your grief but please know that we are with you in our hearts and prayers.”
“Dear Adams family, I’m truly saddened by the passing of Louise. As a little girl I have spent many hours visiting with Judy, and sorting mail. Louise always had a smile and willing to listen to any story you may have to tell. She will be missed. Please know I have you all in my thoughts and prayers at this difficult time. Love, Sharon Pilkerton”
“”My thoughts and prayers are with the family at this most sad time.SHE WAS GREAT LADY AND GOOD FREIND.”
“Judy, Ginger, David and Families, We were sad to hear of the passing of your mom. She was a special woman who was very devoted to her husband, children and grandchildren. Her love for your family glowed on her face whenever she spoke of them. I will always remember Mrs. Adams for the special way she made everyone who came to her home feel special. My daughter loved to go to her home with her grand daughter, and she treated her as if she was one of the family. Heaven definately has a very special angel now! Tommy and Rose Goldsborough “
“Janet, David, Judy & Family, My thoughts and prayers are with you all. May she rest in peace. Keep all the memories close to your heart!”
“David, Frankie, and “little” David, our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. “
“David and family, My sincere condolence on the loss of your mom.”
“Judy, Janet, David and the rest of the family, your Mom will truly be missed. She was a very special lady, one who I will miss sending cards to. Please know you all are in our thoughts and prayers. Heaven has welcomed yet another angel.”
“Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this sad time. May she rest in peace.”
“Judy, Ginger, Terry & the Adams family, My deepest sympathy on the loss of your Mother. Keep her memories close and all the good times we shared at BR’s on Sat. nite’s after church. Love, Gloria”
“Our thoughts and prayers are with the entire family. May she rest in peace.”
“Janet,Judy,David,Frankie and the Adams Family, We are so sorry to hear about the passing of Louise. I can remember as a small child we were your neighbors. Us kids had made a path way to your house to ours. Your door was always open and had a place at the dinner table. She even had nicknames for all of us. I will treasure those days. Our thoughts and prayers to you all during this sad time. (Bumpsy) “
“To the Adams Family, We are saddened to hear of the loss of Louise. She always had a smile whenever you seen her. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. “
“Judy, Jimmy, Vickie, Ginger & Terry – Sorry for the loss of your mother and grandmother. I will never forget her tucking me in at night when I spent the night at her house with Ginger when we were in school. She will be missed. Please let me know if you need anything.”
“David, Frankie, “Lil David”, and extended family members; How sorry we are for your loss of Miss Weasie. She was a fine Lady and there was never a stranger in her presence. We hope the love of family and friends bring you peace and comfort now, and in the days ahead. God’s blessings to each of you. “
“Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time of loss, hold close your wonderful memories, she always had a smile for everyone… “
“My sympathy and prayers to the family, may Mrs. Adams rest in peace.”
“David and family, so sorry for the loss of you Mom, she was a wonderful lady. You are in my thoughts and prayers, hold your lovely memories of her close to your heart to get throught this difficult time.”