DEAN ADAMS, 58, of Whitesburg, TN went to be with the Lord April 17, 2017 at his home. He was baptized and was a member of Cadet Church in Big Stone Gap, VA.

Dean served in the United States Navy, and was employed by Shoun Allen Masonry. He enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren, especially at Cherokee Lake.

Dean was preceded in death by his father, Echol L. Adams; 1 brother, Lee Adams; and 1 sister, Tracie Adams.

Survivors include his wife of 32 years, Debbie Adams; 1 daughter, Kelly Helton; 2 sons, Chris Adams and Jonathan Adams; 3 grandchildren; mother, Pansy Giza; 3 brothers, Patrick Adams, Rick Adams and Kevin Adams; 1 sister, Connie Kilgore.

He fought a good fight and kept the faith. Dean will be missed by all.

-Written by the family