John W. Adams

John W. Adams, age 86, died peacefully at home on May 10, 2021 while in the care of Hospice of the Western Reserve.

John was was a lifelong Mentor resident, graduating from Mentor High School. He had a unique employment history, starting at the Painesville Telegraph and Curtis Industries during the advent of computer punch cards, moving to The Prudential where his charm and gift of gab put him in good stead, and concluding at the Denison family’s Quality Repair where his problem-solving abilities were a great asset. He made many friends along the way.

John was a talented stained glass artist. His home studio saw the creation of many beautiful projects, which were often recognized by local arts and crafts organizations. His glass hobby culminated in the creation of a 21-foot alter window for his church of many years, the Church of the Brethren in Painesville, OH. He was also an avid gardener and enjoyed road trips around the US.

Surviving John are his wife, Martha L. Adams; son Douglas (Lavonne) Adams; former wife Mary Ann Dietz.

He was preceded in death by his parents, John and Viola Adams and stepfather Harry Collins.

A celebration of John’s life will be held at the family home later this summer.

The family requests that in lieu of flowers, all memorial contributions be made to the Hospice of the Western Reserve or the Lake County Humane Society.