Thomas Paul "Tom" Adams, Sr. entered into eternal rest on January 10th, 2021 in San Antonio, Tx. at the age of 85.  He was born on May 29, 1935 in Whirlwind, West Virginia. He entered the U.S. Air Force at the age of 17 and married at 20.  He spent the next 20 years in the military before retiring and making his home in San Antonio for the last 4 decades.  Tom was known for his sense of humor, enjoyment of golf, and devotion to his wife, children, and grandchildren.  During his life he worked as a Dental Technician in the Air Force, and later became Head Golf Pro and Instructor at Pecan Valley Golf Course in the 1980s.

Tom was survived by his beloved wife Eloisa "Pat" Adams until her death on January 19th, 2021.   He was preceded in death by his parents, Mable and Gillis Adams, and his brothers Bob, Howard, Clifford, and Larry.   He is survived by his 7 children-- Linda (son-in-law Benny) Rabel, Cathy (son-in-law Michael) Vermeulen, Thomas Adams Jr., Joseph Adams, Patricia Adams, John Adams, and Cynthia (son-in-law Michael) Armstrong; his grandchildren-- Bobby, Kara, Brandi, Brittani, Nathan, Jacob, Kaylee, Nick, Dominique, and Tim; great-grandchildren-- Gregory, Serra, Spirit, Bella, Destiny, Donovan, and Jace; his siblings Jim, Eleanor, Dale, Linda, Louise, and Don, as well as many nephews, nieces, extended family, and friends.

The family wishes to express gratitude toward Brookdale Oakwell Senior Living and Brookdale Hospice for their kindness and support.

A private family memorial service for Tom and his wife Pat was held on May 7th, 2021 at Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery.  Anyone wishing to view a Celebration of Life slideshow may do so by clicking the following link:

https://youtu.be/gqFcwucYUc4

A donation may be made to the following non-profit organizations in honor of Tom and Pat, if desired:

https://www.nami-sat.org/donate

https://www.wreathsacrossamerica.org/pages/14959/Overview/?relatedId=150563

https://www.vgagolf.org/