Shirley Wallace Adams, 87, of Bessemer City, NC, passed away on March 02, 2025 at Robin Johnson House in Dallas, NC.

She was born July 2, 1937 in Rutherford County, NC, daughter of the late Ralph E. and Corrine Humphries Wallace and was preceded in death by her son, Gene Adams, brothers, Joel and Charles Wallace and a sister, Barbara Cook. Shirley held to her faith deeply and spent many years as a member of Resurrection Lutheran Church. She and Donald were founding members of Advent Lutheran where she attended until being called home with her Savior. Shirley, having been the wife of a military man, was always in control of her home life. She spent her time keeping house, raising her family, and instilling hard work and dedication to her children. Shirley enjoyed bowling and working with ceramics as a pastime. After Donald's retirement from the Air Force, they purchased a house in Kings Mountain where they lived for many years. She and Donald were the original owners and founders of The Sub Factory. Shirley enjoyed being around her family and was a wonderful wife, mother and grandmother to 2 generations of grandchildren. Her dedication to family, her love for people, and her faithful walk with the Lord, will be remembered and cherished by everyone who knew Shirley.

SURVIVORS: Husband of 70 years: Donald Adams, of the home
Daughter: Kim Hovis and husband Bob, Bessemer City, NC
Grandchildren: Matthew Hovis (Ashley), Ashley Rhinehardt (Chris), Amy Adams, and Nicholas Adams
7 Great Grandchildren

MEMORIAL SERVICE: Friday, March 7, 2025 at 3:00 PM at Advent Lutheran Church with Pastor Samar Ghandour officiating

VISITATION: Friday, March 7, 2025 from 2:00 PM to 2:50 PM prior to the service at Advent Lutheran Church

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