Clark Madison Adams, a lifelong resident of Huntsburg Township, passed away March 4, 2024.
Clark was born Feb. 1, 1936, to Paul A and Dorothy Fish Adams.
Clark’s career of service started on the family farm. After graduating from Berkshire High School, he then served his country in the U.S. Army. Upon returning home to Ohio, he brought with him his wife, Bertha Aragon Adams, and his daughter, Bertie.
He served his community in many ways, as a road superintendent, a Geauga County Sheriff’s Office deputy and then Chief of Police of Middlefield.
After his retirement as Chief of Police, he drove trucks for JR Stanley Milk Cartage from 1987 to 1996. He then hauled cheese for John Rothenbuhler for Middlefield Cheese for 13 years.
Clark also served for many years as a Huntsburg Township Trustee and was an active member of the American Legion.
Once in real retirement, he enjoyed volunteering at Light House United Methodist Church, where he was a member. He served as chair of the advisory council and as a trustee. He enjoyed preparing food for their fundraisers and was the grounds keeper.
He also enjoyed coaching youth football and spending time with his family, and doing work on the farm where he was born.
Clark was preceded in death by his parents, Paul A. Adams and Dorothy Fish Adams; wife, Bertha Aragon Adams; and son Ernest James Adams.
Also preceding him in death are his brothers Ernest Adams, Paul Adams and Harold Adams; and sister, Phyllis (Tom) Dick.
He leaves to cherish his memory his brother Bob (Kathy) Adams; children, Bertie (Bill) Fields, John (Dona) Adams and Patty (Jerry) Shega; grandchildren, Andrea (Chris) Hall, Clark (Chelsea) Adams, Johnny (Victoria) Adams, Blair Ford, Nick Shega, Allie (David) Fehn; great-grandchildren, Mason, Faith, Grace and Warren Adams; and many in-laws, nephews, nieces and great-nephews and great-nieces.
The family will receive friends on Friday, March 8, 2024, from 4-6 p.m., and Saturday, March 9, 2024, from 9-11 a.m., at Lighthouse United Methodist Church, 14780 Mayfield Road, East Claridon. The funeral service will begin at 11 a.m., followed by burial at East Claridon Cemetery and a repast back at church.
The family suggests donations be made to Light House United Methodist Church in Clark’s name; or to Hospice of the Western Reserve, (hospicewr.org).
The family extends special thanks to his hospice team, Ramel Patterson HNA and Leanne Grubbs RN.
Arrangements have been entrusted to Burr Funeral Home and Cremation Service in Chardon. Condolences and memories may be shared online at www.burrservice.com.
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