Richard (Rick) Lee Adams passed away peacefully at home March 11, 2026 after a long battle with cancer. Rick was born April 1, 1954 in Kansas City, Missouri to Robert C. Adams and Jean C. (Griffin) Adams.

He graduated from Adrian High School in 1972. After high school he attended Southwest Missouri State in Springfield, MO, taking every agricultural/farming class he could.

Farming was his passion. He row-cropped and raised cattle for many years. Rick loved the Lord and spent many years serving him in different capacities. His last years were spent at Connection Point Church serving others and helping in any way he could.

On December 20, 2014, Rick married the love of his life, Deneen Marie Hays. They cherished 12 years together. 
Rick was preceded in death by his parents, Robert C. Adams and Jean C. Adams.

Rick is survived by his loving wife, Deneen, children Shannon Adams, Catrina (Catie) (Adams) Lewis, Jeffrey Adams, Kamber Yardley (Frank), and Lauren Sapp (Joe). He is also survived by his brother Wayne Adams (Cathy), and his sister Janet Snell (Bret), 3 nieces, and 11 grandchildren.

A Celebration of Life will be held at Connection Point Church at 10500 E 350 Highway, Raytown, MO, on Saturday, April 4, with visitation at 10 a.m. followed by the Celebration of Life at 11:00 a.m. In lieu of flowers we would ask that you make donations to Connection Point Church in his honor. You can send donations in the mail to Connection Point Church in memory of Rick Adams at 10500 E St. Rte 350 Highway, Raytown, MO 64138