William "Bill" Adams, Grizzly, 94, of Wolcott, NY passed away peacefully, Tuesday June 23, 2026, at his daughters' home in Laporte, Colorado. He was born in Butler, NY, July 24, 1931, son of the late William H. Adams, and Gladys Little Adams. He was a maintenance electrician for Xerox in Webster prior to his retirement. Along with being an avid hunter and fisherman his dedication to his family and friends was boundless. He spent many years volunteering at Camp Koinonia and Habitat for Humanity. As a veteran, was devoted to the Wolcott American Legion, post 881.

He is predeceased by his brother, Earl H. Adams and one great-great granddaughter, Annabeth.

He is survived by his loving wife of 74 years, Marylou Smith Adams, son, William R. of Newark, NY, Robin (Donna) Adams of Eagle Bridge, NY, Paul (Donna) Adams of Maine, Linda (John) Sawyers of Colorado, Judy (Larry) LaValley of Wolcott, NY, Ray Adams of North Rose, NY, 27 grandchildren, 39 great-grandchildren and 3 great-great grandchildren as well as many nieces and nephews.

A celebration of life will be held August 29, at 2:00 PM, at the Wolcott American Legion, 10675 Ridge Road, Wolcott, NY 14590. For those who wish to make contributions in his name may do so to Habitat for Humanity or the American Legion, post 881. Arrangements are in care of Farnsworth-Keysor Funeral Home, North Rose, NY.