John Adams

February 22, 1953 - December 14, 2019

John Edward Adams, 66, of Kingsport, departed this life on Saturday, December 14, 2019, following a brief illness. John was born in Abingdon, VA on February 22, 1953, to the late J. C. and Velma Roark Adams. He was a graduate of Ketron High School and was an Army veteran. In addition to his parents, John was preceded in death by his brother, Robert Adams. Surviving are his sister, Linda Chico (Mickey); brothers, Jeff Adams, Doug Adams and Gary Adams; special cousin, Kevin Scott and several aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. A Gathering in John’s honor will be held from 6:00 – 8:00 Thursday, December 19, 2019, in the Fireside Room at Oak Hill Funeral Home. A Military Committal Service conducted by The American Legion Hammond Post #3/265 will follow in the Fireside Room. The family would like to thank the staff of Holston Valley Medical Center, ICU, for their care and kindness through this difficult time. To leave an online condolence for the family please visit www.oakhillfh.com The care of John Edward Adams and his family has been entrusted to the staff of Oak Hill Funeral and Cremation Services.