Thomas Warren Adams Obituary
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Thomas Warren Adams Obituary

Thomas Warren Adams of Buckhannon, WV passed away on March 28, 2026, at the age of 76 after a brief illness.  He was born on April 29, 1949, in Buckhannon WV.  He graduated from Buckhannon-Upshur High School and West Virginia Business College.   He was a devoted husband to his beloved wife of 34 years, Arlene Adams. He was preceded in death by his father Argil Woodrow Adams, mother Edna Jane Adams, son-in-law Randy Brooks and stepdaughter Teresa Wagner. He is survived by his loving wife, Arlene Adams. He was a loving stepfather to Rodney (Margie) Burr of Camden, WV, Rhonda Brooks of Buckhannon, WV,  Tina (William) Bowman of Buckhannon, WV, Richard Burr of Hagerstown, MD, Frank Burr of Buckhannon, WV, Angela Hyre of Charleston, WV, Julia (Scott) Foster of Rock Cave, WV, Tommy (Amanda) Durant of Buckhannon, WV, Tony Durant of Buckhannon, WV, Linda (Rick) Dye of Virginia, Sherry Durant of Belington, WV and Jerry Squires of Buckhannon, WV.  He was a constant source of love, wisdom and laughter in their lives.  He is also survived by one brother, James Adams, and numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren whom he adored. Tom was a decorated Vietnam veteran earning two Purple Hearts and remembered for his immense sacrifice and courage.  He retired from the U.S. Postal Service after 34 years of service. He was an avid model train collector, ham radio enthusiast and enjoyed the outdoors, especially hunting and fishing.  He will be remembered for his gentle spirit, witty remarks, dedication to family, and love for getting a great deal on a new car. Friends will be received Monday, April 6, 2026, from 4 PM – 7 PM at the Poling-St. Clair Funeral Home. A funeral service will be held Tuesday 1 PM at the funeral home with Pastor J. Edward McDaniels officiating. Burial will follow in the Buckhannon Memorial Park in Buckhannon. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to the Veterans of Foreign Wars and the Wounded Warrior Project. Online condolences may be made to the family at www.polingstclair.com.  Poling-St. Clair Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

Thomas Warren Adams of Buckhannon, WV passed away on March 28, 2026, at the age of 76 after a brief illness.  He was born on April 29, 1949, in Buckhannon WV.  He graduated from Buckhannon-Upshur High School and West Virginia Business College.   He was a devoted husband to his beloved wife o

Events

Visitation

Monday, April 6, 2026

4:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Poling-St. Clair Funeral Home

95 S. Kanawha St Buckhannon, WV 26201

Funeral Service

Tuesday, April 7, 2026

1:00 pm

Poling-St. Clair Funeral Home

95 S. Kanawha St Buckhannon, WV 26201

Burial

Tuesday, April 7, 2026

2:00 pm

Buckhannon Memorial Park

Hall Rd Buckhannon, WV 26201