Thomas Nathaniel Adams

Thomas Nathaniel Adams, 85, formerly of NC HWY 109, Lexington, NC, passed away on Friday, March 21, 2025, at Mountain Vista Health Park. Born in Davidson County on November 12, 1939, he was the son of Earlie Adams and Sallie Ann Kearns Adams.

Thomas served in the United States Army and later retired from RJ Reynolds, where he was the supervisor of machine set-up. He had a passion for the outdoors, enjoying activities such as golfing, fishing, and gardening. Thomas was known for canning the vegetables he grew and sharing them with others. He also loved being on his tractor and participating in the tractor parade in Denton until his health declined. His love for growing roses led him to become a member of the Winston Salem Rose Society, where he also served as a judge.

In addition to his parents, Thomas was preceded in death by his wife, Haydee Torres Adams, and a sister, Nancy A. Dunn. He is survived by his sisters, Rebecca Rivero of Winston Salem, Diane Bell (Curtis) of Kernersville, and Rosa Melton (James) of Angier.

A funeral service for Thomas will be held at 2:00 PM on Wednesday, March 26, 2025, at Fairview United Methodist Church with Rev. Amy Higgins and Rev. Sandy Young officiating. Interment will follow in the church cemetery. The family will receive friends on Wednesday from 1:30 until 2:00 PM at Fairview United Methodist Church prior to the service.

Memorials can be made to Fairview United Methodist Church.

Briggs Funeral Home is serving the Adams family. Online condolences can be made to the family at www.briggsfuneralhome.com .