January 23, 2025, 84, Mount Olive —

Jimmy Lewis Adams, 84, peacefully passed away on Thursday, January 23. He is lovingly remembered by his daughter, English Albertson and her fiancé Billy Wiggins; his son, Jim Adams and his wife Roxie; three grandchildren, Addilee T. Corbett and her husband Marcus, and Hilton and Hayes Adams; and two great-grandchildren, Breece A. Corbett and Aydin Corbett. He is also survived by two sisters, Barbara A. Davenport and Jewel A. Smith. In addition, there are several nieces, nephews and cousins that held special places in Jimmy’s heart.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Raymond L. and Mildred Barwick Adams, and his beloved wife, Betsy Flowers Adams.

Born and raised in the Drummersville community, Jimmy later moved to Mount Olive, where he met his wife and raised their two children. Jimmy graduated from Atlantic Christian College with a degree in Physical Education and Minor in Biology. He began his career in education at Southern Wayne High School and later at Mount Olive College. Jimmy’s professional journey also included sales and marketing. He spent many years working as a Marketing Manager at EJ Pope and Son where he made many lifelong friends and connections.

Jimmy had a true passion for coaching. He dedicated much of his life to athletics, serving as a coach and mentor at both high school and college levels, positively impacting countless students and athletes along the way.

Jimmy was deeply committed to his hometown of Mount Olive. He was an active member of the First United Methodist Church, where he served with the “Peanut Crew”, served on the Southern Wayne Country Club Board and he was also a proud member of the Mount Olive Rotary Club. His leadership extended to serving on the Mount Olive Town Board as a Commissioner and as Mayor Pro Tem for a time, always putting his community first.

A Celebration of Jimmy’s Life will be held on Tuesday evening at 6:00 p.m. in the chapel of Tyndall Funeral Home. The family will receive friends immediately following the service. A graveside burial will take place on Wednesday at 1:00 p.m. in Maplewood Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the “Peanut Crew” at First United Methodist Church, Mount Olive, an organization close to Jimmy’s heart.