Adam Richard Premec

April 23, 1990 - May 30, 2015
Adam Richard Premec

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Adam Richard Premec, 25, passed away May 30, 2015.

He is survived by his devoted parents, Peggy L. Premec of Edgewood, KY; Richard J. Premec, Jr. of Ft. Wright, KY; cherished sister, Paige M. Premec of Newport, KY; loving partner of Peggy Premec, Scott McKinley of Edgewood, KY; grandparents Rita and Dick Premec of Youngstown, OH; nephew to 21; cousin to 42; second cousin to 43; his loving pet companion, Kaya; and friend to everyone.

Our charismatic and beautiful son and brother died Saturday from a cardiac arrest caused by a drug overdose.

Adam was raised in a loving home with his parents and his sister Paige, who shared his birthdate. Outwardly, Adam looked like he had it all: intelligence, confidence, beautiful blue eyes, broad smile, fantastic wit, and the ability to engage and forge a relationship with anyone. Adam was such a likeable kid. Inwardly, Adam was sensitive and had struggles that he hid well from his family and friends. We loved Adam with all of our hearts, but we know that was not enough to shield him from this world.

With Adam’s seemingly endless positive traits, he had the potential to be anything, but drugs began to creep into his life while he was in high school. Although Adam could never be completely honest about the trouble he was in, his love and respect for his family became a lifeline over the last few years. He successfully completed drug rehab twice, but the craving that comes from true addiction was more than he could overcome. While we always felt we had some grip on Adam’s issues, his ability to hide and disguise his addiction proved superior to our parental (and sibling) sixth sense. The worry that we have felt watching Adam struggle has been replaced by a deep feeling of loss that now exists knowing we will never see his smiling face again.

To all children, this note is a simple reminder that there are people who love you, with everything they have and no matter what you do – don’t be too afraid, ashamed, scared – too anything – to ask for help.

To all parents, pay close attention to your children and the world that revolves around them – even when the surface is calm, the water may be turbulent just beneath.

Adam’s struggles have ended. He is finally at peace. We love you and miss you dearly.

The Family will be receiving friends Saturday, June 6, 2015, at St. Joseph Church, 2470 Lorraine Court, Crescent Springs, KY from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. followed by a Mass of Christian Burial.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Covington Catholic (STEM) Science, Technology, Engineering and Math endowment at Covington Catholic High School, 1600 Dixie Highway, Park Hills, KY 41011-2797, or (CCAT) Center for Chemical Addictions Treatment at CCATsober.org in memory of Adam Premec.

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  • June 05, 2015
    Tim and Sue Tolan says:
    Rich and Premec Family: Sue and I are thinking of you and your entire family on the passing of Adam. We offer you this Irish prayer to reflect on: May the road rise to meet you, May the wind be always at your back, May the sun shine warm upon your face, The rains fall soft upon your fields and, Until we meet again, May God hold you in the palm of His hand.

  • June 05, 2015
    Glenda Zumstein says:
    Prayers for your family. Addiction is a disease, it turns someone you know into someone really different. They lie to you, like you were saying covering up. It just seems to never end. My son is addicted to drugs, and I worry all the time that they outcome might end up like your family, and it breaks my heart for anyone that has to go through any of this. May God be with you and the obituary help people like Adam.

  • June 05, 2015
    Jennifer says:
    We have never met and most likely never will. We do however, share one thing, the unconditional love of our children. I was blessed to have two children (now adults & w/ their own families) who to the best of my knowledge never used or abused drugs or alcohol. However, my daughter in law age 36, with six children ages 18-4 yrs has been on drugs since she was 14. I pray she is honest when saying she has been heroin free since July 2014. Two of her children are my biological grandchildren. My youngest 3 yrs ago fell into the family pool and was in long enough to settle on the bottom while living in Arizona. He suffered a severe hypoxia brain injury after being saved by his 8 yr old brother. My daughter in law was high and was not watching her 1.5 yr old baby. He will have a lifetime of battles. It is hard not to hold strong resentment towards her. People need to understand that their addictions effect everyone around them! Not just a little bit but a lot. May God grant you all peace and know that you are being lifted up in prayers. Adam is now in a healthy addiction free body in the promised Kingdom of Heaven. I pray that your beautifully written obituary reaches all corners of the earth. God Bless Your Family and Extended Family!

  • June 09, 2015
    Susan Neaman says:
    You do not know me or our family but after reading the obituary about Adam's life and death, I want you to know how much I appreciate what you wrote. It was courageous. Our family understands because we too lost a son, in his 40s, and there were many similarities in Adam's and our son's stories. Thank you.

  • June 06, 2015
    Deby Hart says:
    I am so sorry for your loss... He sounded like a very loved young man.. You were Blessed to have had him in your lives , and he was blessed to have you ! Our children are a Precious Gift... I stretch my arms out to you .. And my Heart.. God Bless you and his Soul ... People that lose this battle are Not all bad, just have troubles that most don't begin to understand... I have had friends that have lost children due to this ... No parent should Ever have to Bury a child... May you find a small slice of Peace that his trouble and battle are now over ... May God surround you all and watch over you.. Knowing that Someday you will all be reunited in a Far Better Place!! Until then ... HOLD ON TO YOUR PRECIOUS MEMORIES AND THE LOVE YOU SHARED .... ❤️