Mr. Adams was born on December 10, 1934, in Kenedy, Texas, to parents, Joe and Arie Collins Adams, and gained his wings on January 29, 2025, in Pasadena, Texas.
His early years were spent with his grandparents, H. O. & Cora Bell Adams, being raised on a farm in Flint, Texas. His teenage years were spent in Houston, Texas with his mother running twin boarding houses, side-by-side on Leeland St. He loved recounting stories from his experiences on the farm and at the boarding houses. He was an Iron Worker in Local 84, a skilled carpenter and cabinet maker, remodeling homes and building his own home. Floyd was an avid musician, always playing by ear, singer and songwriter, a leader and a member of various bands around the Houston Area. Following his retirement, Floyd combined his passion for music with his faith and could be found playing his guitar and singing with the other church musicians on Sunday mornings. One of his proudest accomplishments was copyrighting two songs, co-written with Aliene Adams. He shared his love of music by teaching and encouraging aspiring guitar players. Floyd was a Scoutmaster in Boy Scout Troop 501, an impassioned vocal fan of the Houston Oilers/Texans, gardener, self-taught naturalist with a love of plants & trees, hunter and fisherman. Floyd was a loving husband, father and grandfather who enjoyed spending time with his family, preferably outdoors. Floyd enjoyed worshipping with his church families at Jacinto City United Methodist Church in Jacinto City, Big Sandy Community Church in Dallardsville and Grace Baptist Church in Lufkin.
Floyd is survived by his brother, Joe Adams of Hemphill, Texas, former spouse, dear friend and caregiver, Aliene Wingate Adams of Jacinto City, Texas; sons Rusty Adams (Estee) of Pasadena, Texas/Chiang Mai, Thailand and Jeff Adams (Beth) of Wilmer, Alabama; daughter, Kimlea Trobaugh (Nicoma) of Seligman, Missouri; stepdaughters, Tina Bails of Tyler, Texas, Tammy Simmons (Earl) of Houston, Texas and Cathy Kirkland (Johnny Flowers) of Lufkin, Texas; grandchildren, Alysson Nagy, Bradon Wesche, Caleta Adams, Jeffrey Adams Jr, Valerie Vining, Blake Adams, Jacob Fabian, Joseph Atchison, Katelynn Atchison, Jada Atchison; great-grandchildren, Ian Nagy, Angel Laffiette, Amber Rachielug, Trystyn Vining, Aly Vining, Lena Tallant, Kaylib Williams, Kylie Williams, Kayla Williams, Zia Atchison; and great-great granddaughter Aurora Rachielug; numerous nieces, nephews, and many loving friends.
Floyd is preceded in death by his parents, Joe and Arie Collins Adams; wife, Doris Courtney Adams, brother, Ted, and sisters, Virginia Wood and Arie Ann Taras, stepsons, Johnny Ray Dingler and Tommy Dingler; stepdaughters, Patty Dingler and Karen Gates.
Special thanks to the caregivers of Village Hospice and Alecia House Memory Care Home in Pasadena for the exceptional, loving care of Floyd these last few months.
Pall Bearers: Jeffrey Adams Jr, Blake Adams, Russell Fabian, Jacob Fabian, Paul Adams, Jamie Murphy
Honorary Pall Bearers: Rev. Elton Musick, Rev. Rex Hendrix, Buck Sloan
Flowers can be sent in advance of the service to Pace Funeral Home, 200 FM 350 North, Livingston, Texas 77351, Phone: 936.967.3711.
The Family of Floyd Adams suggests memorial contributions can be sent to the Big Sandy Community Church. Mailing address: P.O. Box 113, Dallardsville, Texas 77332 Phone: 936.563.3350.
Condolences(2)
Jean Norwood
Wilmer, AL Saturday, February 8, 2025 Mr. Jeff and family,I was deeply saddened by the news about the passing of your father. I am so very sorry. I know this is a difficult time for you all. Please know that you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. May the Lord bless all of you during this difficult time. May your beautiful memories of joyful times fill all of your hearts as you celebrate a life well lived.
Patsy Adams
Garden City, MI Wednesday, February 5, 2025 You will be missed. One of the sweetest men I know and kind hearted. I love you Uncle Floyd and family, Patsy Adams