of Dayton, OH
February 14, 1962 - June 5, 2013
Frank Classen Adams, 51, of Dayton, Ohio passed away on June 5, 2013 in Dayton. He was born on February 14, 1962 in Ozark, Arkansas to his parents Lawrence and Lucy Catherine (Classen) Adams. He worked as an Aeronautical engineer for both Lockheed Martin in Fort Worth, Texas for 22 years and the United States Air Force for the last three years in Dayton, Ohio.
Frank is preceded in death by his parents, Lawrence and Lucy Adams and brother-in-law Jimmy Rainwater.
Frank is survived by his sisters, Martha Ann Slinkard of Biloxi, Mississippi and Laura Kay Rainwater of Paris, Arkansas and brothers, Stephen Matthew Adams of Fort Smith, Arkansas, David Lawrence Adams of Paris, Arkansas and Jon Richard Adams of Fort Smith, Arkansas.
Rosary service will be held at 7:00 p.m., on Friday, June 14, 2013 at Roller Funeral Home Chapel in Paris
Funeral Mass will be held at 2:00 p.m., on Saturday, June 15, 2013 at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Paris officiated by Fr. Eugene Luke O.S.B.. Burial will be in St. Joseph Catholic Cemetery following cremation under the direction of Roller Funeral Home in Paris.
Pallbearers will be Damian Elsken, Kenny Koch, Eric Rainwater, Chad Rainwater, Adam Rainwater and Chris Adams.
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23 Condolence(s)
Linda Dorrough
Saturday, July 27, 2013
I just learned of Frank's passing. Even though he was 10 years younger than Martha Ann and I, I remember him well as a sweet little guy. Martha you all are in my prayers. Linda
Ed Kotapish
Sunday, June 16, 2013
The first time Frank and I went to Cape Canaveral we were about ready to get on the Beeline expressway and he asked me to get the fuzzbuster out of one of the bags he brought along. A few minutes later we were going across the Beeline with "Life is a Highway" by Tom Cochrane taxing the capability of the rental car speakers. When we got to the Holiday Inn parking lot in Cocoa Beach I commented that it was the quickest I'd ever made that trip.
We were walking side by side going out to the Rose Garden one day and I ran into him because I turned the way I always did to get there and he obviously had a different route in mind. The mishap earned me the title of "the wildebeest" because in Frank's opinion I had worn a "office to Rose Garden" path in the carpet and never deviated from it.
There were many other good times, conversations, and laughs, some to point of making our sides hurt, that I will remember when I think of Frank.
All those that got to know him are very fortunate for the experience. Travel well in the afterlife good friend on the highway that never ends.
Ed, Sue, Ellie, and Matt
p.s. forgot the cats, Smooch, Annie, and MIA
james vanlandingham
Sunday, June 16, 2013
may you rest in peace "fat rat"
Cheryl (trusty) VanLandingham
Greg Ippolito
Saturday, June 15, 2013
I was an engineer right out of college just like Frank, working at General Dynamics Ft. Worth with many of our new friends in Texas. It was a great experience with our shared social group which made a few road trips to Kansas City, Austin, Dallas, Fort Walton Beach, etc. We were an active crew and full of energy (we were in our 20's). We wouldn't miss a party or BBQ and hosted a few as well. Frank's participation in the annual Blowouts was always a joy. Good times. The memories live on.
Your friends will always remember you.
Greg
Courtney Trott
Friday, June 14, 2013
Uncle Frank........what a shock. So sorry I can not be there to wish you a final farewell but know that I am thinking of you all the way over here in Afghanistan and wishing you a peaceful final rest and don't worry, Ill take good care of your beloved Jeep. RIP.
Laurene Butler Schluterman
Friday, June 14, 2013
Haven't seen Frank in a long time, was shocked to hear that he had passed. I also will remember him as "Fat Rat".
My thoughts and prayers go out to all the Adams family. May the Lord give you comfort in this time of sorrow.
Marilyn Adams Prokup
Friday, June 14, 2013
Dick and I were so saddened to hear about Frank. Dick feels a bond with him since he, too, as an Engineer worked closely all these years with Lockheed Martin and still does work for US AirForce in Dayton as a consultant. We will be traveling to Arkansas to be with the family on Saturday and will be praying with the family for his restful repose and lasting peace.
Dave Allen
Thursday, June 13, 2013
Frank left a lasting impression on my life after I worked with him around ten years ago while he was based in the UK. He was a great guy to be around, for both his knowledge and his sense of humour. I was fairly young at the time so he would offer me advice for life typically with a joke attached, much of which I will never forget.
RIP Frank.
Paula Jones-Cox
Thursday, June 13, 2013
I always like Frank when we were in school. Have not seen him in years but will always remember him as "Fat Rat" also........Our thoughts and prayers are with your family at this time. God Bless and Keep You...
David Ritch
Wednesday, June 12, 2013
I couldn't believe it when I heard of your passing. My thoughts and prayers go out to your family.
Tom Morgan
Wednesday, June 12, 2013
Frank was a valued friend and an excellent engineer. I had the privilege of working with him on a series of aircrew Life Support programs that spanned 25 years. Because of his efforts pilots around the world are safer now. The Life Support Community has lost an outstanding engineer and grieves the loss of a friend.
Karen Gayle
Wednesday, June 12, 2013
All of the engineers Frank worked with here in Marietta are shocked and saddened at the loss of a fine engineer and good friend. I will miss my fellow Razorback!
John Hill
Wednesday, June 12, 2013
I worked with Frank for over 20 years and during that time he became one of my best friends. I was so excited when he came to work in Dayton with me. He was a gifted engineer and an even better person. I will truely miss him and my heart goes out to his family.
Sarah , John, Shane and Bryce Dennis
Tuesday, June 11, 2013
As Frank's cousin I remember all the great summers we spent visiting Frank, his brothers and sisters and my Aunt Lucy and Uncle Lawrence. Memories I cherish. Bless the entire Adams family and our thoughts and prayers are with you!
Geoff Worrall
Tuesday, June 11, 2013
Frank was quite a guy, with whom I enjoyed both working and socialising. My thought and prayers are with his family and friends at this sad time.
Geoff Worrall
Tuesday, June 11, 2013
Frank was quite a guy, with whom I enjoyed both working and socialising. My thought and prayers are with his family and friends at this sad time.
Caroline and Bill Buckey
Monday, June 10, 2013
We enjoyed working with Frank. All our best to Frank and his family and friends. Take care.
Mary Adams
Saturday, June 8, 2013
Be assured of my thoughts and prayers for Frank and the loving family he leaves behind.
Shelly Henson White
Saturday, June 8, 2013
Frank Adams was truly a wonderful guy. The Adams family are one of the best.. Paris was and is blessed to have:) I havn't seen him in years and am saddened to hear that he has died. My thoughts and prayers for the rest of the Adams family, with love to you always.
Carolyn Pile-Harding
Saturday, June 8, 2013
I'll always think of you when I hear a Pink Floyd song:) RIP Frank.
Tony Smith
Friday, June 7, 2013
Frank was a former collegue and friend whom I worked with at Wright-Patterson AFB, OH. He was a fine engineer and great guy. My thoughts and prayers are with him and his family.
Debbie Westlake-Allen
Thursday, June 6, 2013
God be with all of the family and Franks friends.....we all love you 'Fat Rat'....
neal wade
Thursday, June 6, 2013
our thoughts and prayers are with your family
neal and tammy wade