Bernard Adams – Kingsville Celebration Centre Obituary
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Bernard Adams on Wednesday, February 25, 2026, at the age of 91 years old.
Reunited with his wife Barbara (nee Waggott)(2015). Loving father to his son Robert Adams and wife Heather, and his daughter Marilyn and husband, the late John Nemeth (2009).
He was the loving grandfather to 6 grandchildren, Jim Adams (Amy), Dave Adams (Brenda), Mike Adams (Marianne), Katherine Adams, Jason Nemeth (Amanda) and Jennifer Mellor (nee Nemeth) (late Peter(2020), and loving Great Grandfather (GG) to 12 Great Grandchildren, Lainey Shepley (Cordele), Fayth Adams (Ashton), Connor Adams, Jacob Adams, Neveah Adams, Hensley Adams, Forest Adams, Max Adams, Robbie Adams, Chloe Gibb, Ben Nemeth, and Billy Mellor.
Also to remember him includes Rick Ovens and his wife Anne and their children Laura (Mike), Steven (Rosanna) and Chloe (Christian) and Grandchildren.
He treasured his role as a provider, protector, and mentor to his family including many nieces, and nephews as well as great nieces and nephews. His love, guidance and support were the foundation that shaped their lives, leaving an enduring legacy.
Bernard was born to Forest and Christeen Adams (nee Miller) in Kingsville on July 19th, 1934 in the “old stone house” on what is now known as County Road 20 West. On the day that he was born he told us that they were paving the highway out front for the first time.
His older sister Pearl McLean (nee Adams) is predeceased and his brother-in-law Roy McLean survives him at age 101. One sister-in-law also survives him, Louise Waggott (nee Hickmott).
Bernard married Barbara in 1955 at the Church of the Epiphany in Kingsville. Together, they resided on the family farm and opened the Adams’ Garden of Eatin’ fruit and vegetable stand and later took over the Adams Golden Acres Motel from his parents that had built it. Over the years the motel expanded.
Bernard and Barbara spent many years enjoying the sunshine in Florida during the winter months while family assisted in taking care of the motel business.
Known to many as Grampa and Gramma GG, together their love enriched many lives.
As we reflect on the life of Bernard, he wants it known that he knows Jesus as his personal Lord and Saviour. Our hearts overflow with treasured memories. From his contagious smile, to his witty sense of humour, he had a remarkable ability to light up the room.
Visitation for Bernard will be held at Kendrick Funeral Home (91 Division St. S., Kingsville) on Sunday, March 29, 2026 from 1-3 and 5-7 p.m.
We invite you to join us in a celebration of Bernard’s life on Monday, March 30, 2026, at Kendrick Funeral Home at 11 a.m.
Interment will be held at Church of the Epiphany Cemetery (96 Main St. W., Kingsville).
Together, let us honour his memory by sharing stories, reminiscing about happy times, and finding solace in the support of one another.
If you wish, memorial donations would be appreciated to the Canadian Bible Society, 10 Carnforth Rd., Toronto, ON M4A 2S4 or to the charity of your choice.
Condolences and special memories can be shared with the family at www.Kendrickfuneralhome.com.
Events
Visitation
Sunday, March 29, 2026
1:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Kendrick Funeral Home – Kingsville
91 Division St. S. Kingsville, ON N9Y 1P5
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Second Visitation
Sunday, March 29, 2026
5:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Kendrick Funeral Home – Kingsville
91 Division St. S. Kingsville, ON N9Y 1P5
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Celebration of Life
Monday, March 30, 2026
11:00 am
Kendrick Funeral Home – Kingsville
91 Division St. S. Kingsville, ON N9Y 1P5
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Final Resting Place
Church of the Epiphany
96 Main St W. Kingsville, ON N9Y 1H3
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