Noel E. Adams
Noel Eugene Adams, 82, of Bassett, Virginia, passed away peacefully on November 3, 2026, at Sovah Health and Rehab. He was born on December 1, 1943, to the late Lemly Jackson Adams and Dora Belle Martin Adams.
In addition to his parents, Noel was preceded in death by six brothers, Paul Adams, John Adams, Carl Adams, Dale Adams, Timothy Adams, and Elwood Adams; and three sisters, Joan Adams, Sue Adams, and Doris A. Hudson.
Left to cherish his memory are his loving wife of 62 years, Erma Wood Adams; one son, Donald E. Adams (Carol); one daughter, Sharon A. Adams Ingram (Ronnie); two step-grandchildren, Robert Ingram and Joshua Ingram; and one brother, Daniel Adams (Carol).
Noel was a member of Liberty Primitive Baptist Church and was a lifetime and charter member of the Patrick Henry Volunteer Fire Department, an organization to which he devoted many years of service and dedication. He also had a lifelong passion for automotive body repair, working in the trade for 48 years. He retired from Gregory's Auto Body after 15 years of faithful service. Throughout his life, Noel took pride in his work, his community, and the relationships he built along the way. He will be remembered for his dedication, hardworking nature, and the love he shared with his family and friends.
A visitation will be held on Sunday, November 8, 2026, from 2:00 p.m. until 4:00 p.m. at Bassett Funeral Service Chapel.
A funeral service will be held on Monday, November 9, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. at Liberty Primitive Baptist Church, with Elder John Wingfield and Elder David Minter officiating. Interment will follow at Old Center Primitive Baptist Church.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Liberty Primitive Baptist Church, 122 Liberty Church Lane, Patrick Springs, VA 24133.
Patrick Henry Volunteer Fire Department. 3125 County Line Road, Patrick Springs, VA 24133
Old Center Primitive Baptist Church Cemetery Fund, care of Mr. Kasim Adams, 600 Bittersweet Dr, Bassett, VA 24055.
Noel's memory will forever remain in the hearts of those who loved him. His life was one of dedication, service, and love, and he will be deeply missed by all who had the privilege of knowing him.
