John J. Adams

Adams- John J., 86, Twin Rocks, went home to heaven on March 20, 2025 at St Andrews Village. He was born January 30, 1939 in Twin Rocks. Son of the late John C Adams and Dorothy W (Gardner) Adams. Proceeded in death by wife Linda L (Ott) Adams, sister Shirley Clifford, brother David Adams, brother- in- law Ed Ott. John is survived by daughter Tammy (Mike) Cusick, son Keith Adams, daughter Danielle Williamson, grandchildren Eric Cusick, Kelly Cusick, Emily Williamson, Jessica Williamson, Aubrey Williamson, Shannon Williamson (or as John called her his “special baby”- if you know about Shannon you know why he called her this); sisters-in-law Florence Adams and Janice Ott; brother in law Dennis (Rose) Ott and many cousins, nieces, and nephews. John, a US army veteran, enjoyed going to Sight and Sound, watching the Pittsburgh Penguins (go PENS!), working with his hands (he made several decorations and lawn ornaments), jigsaw puzzles, word search puzzles, working in the yard and the garden, watching his grandchildren playing sports, and was a lover of all animals. John also enjoyed helping his family and friends and would often visit people who were in the hospital or a nursing home. John was a long-standing member of Pike Grace Brethren Church where he had been involved with several committees, was a greeter, usher, Trustee, taught Sunday School, worked with the youth group, helped with Fellowship and Funeral Meals, and helped with VBS. John was also involved with Cambria County Christian School, Camp Mantowagan, and Child Evangelism Fellowship. 2025 marked his 27th year as a volunteer with the VITA/TCE Tax Preparers. Even though he did not finish this tax year, he was able to help three of his clients. Thanks to Monica Hildebrand, with help from Bev Phillip and Barb Wallet for taking on John’s clients this year. The family wishes to thank the staff of Indiana Regional Medical Center and the staff of Saint Andrews Village. Family and friends will be received Sunday, from 2-5 PM, at Bowser Ondriezek Funeral Home, Nanty Glo, where Funeral Services will be Monday, 11 AM, Pastor Geno Bartoletti, officiating. Interment to follow in Pike Grace Brethren Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Humane Society of Cambria County, 743 Galleria Dr, Ext., Johnstown, Pa 15904, or Child Evangelism Fellowship of Cambria County, PO Box 5597, Johnstown, Pa 15904-5597, or Camp Mantowagan, PO Box 95, Saxton, Pa 16678.