James F. Adams

July 27, 1949 - June 14, 2022
James F. Adams

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James F. “Jamie” Adams, age 72 of Wilmington, passed away Tuesday, June 14, 2022.

Jamie was born in Lumberton, NC on July 27, 1949 to James Mitchell Adams and Dixie Ivey Adams Barrington.

Jamie was retired from The NC Highway Patrol with 30 years of service as a State Trooper. After his retirement, he remained active in his community and traveled, along with his wife, to many locations working at numerous County Fairs. He was currently operating Coastal Show Services. Jamie was a member of Wilmington Lodge # 319 A.F. & A.M.

Jamie is survived by his wife of 43 years Gail Long Adams; step-daughters Jenny Britt (James) and Lisa Osborne; grandchildren Tanner Britt, Samantha Miller, and Jordon Britt; and great grandchildren Tannely Miller and Brittlynn Miller; two sisters Nancy Coble and Mary Jones; and brother-in-law Ernie Long; along with nieces and nephews and extended family members; and his special canine companion “Houston”. Remembered is his brother, Joey Adams, who preceded him in death.

A Celebration of Life Memorial Service will be held at 5:00pm on Saturday, June 18, 2022, at Wilmington Funeral Chapel. Visitation will be an hour prior and hour after the service at the Chapel.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Boys and Girls Home in Lake Waccamaw, NC.

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  • June 15, 2022
    Russ Fales says:
    Spanky Greer first introduced me to Jamie back in the 80s. Like Spanky, Jamie was an authentic local LEO personality. I truly enjoyed working alongside them both in New Hanover County! I have many humorous and true anecdotes about them both, but out of respect I will not broadcast those tales. I am, however, looking forward to getting together with both of them when my time comes to join them. “War Stories “ are best when shared with your comrades in arms. Gail, Jamie was a prince among men and you were the light of his life. May God enfold you in His healing embrace. - ARF!

  • June 15, 2022
    Kathry Bryan Smith says:
    I am so sorry to hear of Jamie's death. He was a wonderful person. I was a high school classmate of Jamie's. My condolences to his family.

  • June 15, 2022
    Kathry Bryan Smith says:
    I am so sorry to hear of Jamie's death. Jamie was a fine man, he was a high school friend in Lumberton. We actually have known one another forever I guess. My condolences to his wife and children and grandchildren.

  • June 15, 2022
    Harold Lee and Monnie Thompson says:
    Remembering the family in prayer. May you find comfort in knowing so many people thought so much of Jamie and are praying for you and your family at this time and for days to come. He will be greatly missed.

  • June 15, 2022
    Timothy Karp Jr says:
    I really enjoyed working with Jamie and will be missed. Praying for Gail and praying for the family.