William Anderson Adams, Sr., 91, of Treasure Island, FL passed away on Tuesday, November 17, 2015 at Bay Pines VA Health Care System, Bay Pines, FL.
He was born in Edinkilne Strathblane, Scotland and served in the US Army during WWII. He was a member of the 504th Infantry Division, 3rd Battalion and the 513th Parachute Infantry. He was awarded the EAME Service Medal with 2 bronze arrowhead for his participation in the Ardennes, Central Europe, Naples-Foggia, Rhineland and Rome-Arno battles. He was a member of the Charleston Lodge, #44, F&AM in Agana Guam, the VFW 4256, Holiday Isles Post, Madeira Beach, and the American Legion Post #252, Seminole, FL.
Survivors include his two sons, William Jr. and Robin of St. Petersburg; and daughter, Elaine Cidlowski of St. Pete Beach, FL; two grandsons, Michael and Ryan Cidlowski; and great granddaughter, Kendall. He was preceded in death last year by his wife, Alma.
A graveside service with military honors will be presented at 1:00 PM on Wednesday, November 25, 2015 at Woodlawn Memory Gardens, 101 58th Street South, St. Petersburg, FL 33707.
I used to call Uncle Willie on Veterans Day to thank him for his service. With his failing health I couldn’t talk to him, but I sure thought of him. So sorry for your loss. I know he is partying with Alma now.
He was such a brave soldier He is at peace so now you can be happy that he is with the Lord Take care Karen
I remember him well but have not seen him in years even though we lived a few blocks apart. Robin, you were blessed to have your parents with you for so long. Take care.
Mark
Thoughts of love and comfort to cousins Elaine, and Bill & Betsy.
We will always remember this handsome paratrooper, he will not be forgotten but will live on in our hearts with fond memories. We know he took good care of his wife, Alma. I remember you can call him Bill or Will but never Willie. We are sorry for your loss. Take care Adams families.
We were so sorry to hear that your Dad passed away. We will always remember him with great fondness. He was the life of the party at family gatherings and was known for playing jokes on all of us. Please accept our heartfelt sympathy for your loss.