ADAMS, WALTER EDWARD - 1939 - 2013 - It is with great sadness that we announce the death of Walter E. Adams of Shediac Rd., Moncton, who passed away peacefully at The Dr. Georges-L. Dumont University Hospital, surrounded by his loving family, after a courageous battle with cancer on Friday, December 6, 2013. Born in Elmsdale, PEI, he was the son of the late John and Naomi (Warren) Adams. Walter was a compassionate man who worked extremely hard to build a successful business, ServiceMaster Restore of Moncton, which he owned and operated for 45 years. As an avid collector of antique cars and tractors, he participated in many car shows and won numerous awards and accolades for his antiques. Travelling was also something he loved to do, particularly going on cruises with his wife, Freda. He loved being surrounded by his family and friends, especially at his cottage on PEI. For all who knew him, Walter was a kind, generous soul who will be greatly missed. Walter will be sadly missed by his loving wife and best friend of 47 years, Freda (Reid) Adams; son, Troy (Lynn) and daughter, Krista Fairweather (Andy), both of Moncton; grandchildren, Jack and Anna - Poppy`s pride and joy. He is also survived by a brother, Eric (Sandra) of Burlington, ON; sisters, Thelma Wells of Elmsdale, PE, Ruby Fraser (Roy) of Northport, PE, Gail MacDonald of Elmsdale, PE and Lorraine MacKinnon (Fraser) of Darnley, PE; brother-in-law, Brendan Wallace of Elmsdale, PE; sisters-in-law, Marjorie Aukema (Ted) of Whitby, ON, Lily Riley of Alberton, PEI, Lillian Adams of Rosebank, PE and numerous nieces and nephews. Besides his parents, Walter was predeceased by an infant daughter; brothers, Elmer, Ivan and Alvin; sisters, Anna May (infancy), Roberta Wallace, Blanche Hardy and brothers-in-law, Harry Wells and Cleve Hardy, all of Elmsdale, PE.
Visitation at Fergusons Funeral Home, 1657 Mountain Road, Moncton (858-1995) on Saturday from 2:00 to 4:00 and 7:00 to 9:00 pm. Funeral service at Fergusons Funeral Home Chapel on Sunday, December 8, 2013 at 2:00 pm with Pastor Scott Ryder officiating, assisted by Rev. Delbert Bannister and by Dr. Laurel Buckingham. Reception to follow the service in the Funeral Home Reception Centre. Interment will take place at the Elmsdale United Church Cemetery in Elmsdale, PEI. Committal service to be led by Pastor Scott Ryder. A special thank you to the Oncology and Palliative Care staff at the Dr. Georges-L. Dumont University Hospital for the kindness and compassion they showed during his time in hospital. Donations in Walter's memory to the Dr. Georges-L. Dumont University Hospital Foundation (Oncology) or a charity of your choice would be appreciated. Online condolences at www.fergusonsfuneralhome.com