MOUNT PLEASANT – Kerry J. Adamski, 58, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, September 22, 2015.
She was born in Racine on May 27, 1957, the daughter of the late Joseph and Mary Ann (nee: Richer) Adamski. She graduated from Washington Park High School.
Kerry worked for Jacobsen/Textron for over twenty years. She served in various capacities but was most proud of her work as a union steward. Kerry was an avid Packers fan and enjoyed collecting dolls and ceramic art. She will be missed by all that knew and loved her.
She is survived by her sister, Jill Lonergan of Mount Pleasant; her nephew, Eric (Holly) Lonergan of St. Cloud, MN; her great nieces, Evelyn and Liberty; her uncles and aunts, James (Patricia) Richer of Tomah, Neil (Debbie) Richer of Iron Mountain, MI and Annette Wasik of Mount Pleasant. In addition to her parents, Kerry was preceded in death by brother-in-law, Timothy Lonergan and her loving dog, Lucy.
Family and friends are invited to meet in the Draeger-Langendorf Funeral Home on Tuesday, September 29, 2015 for a visitation from 2-4 p.m. A service remembering and celebrating Kerry’s life will follow at 4:00 p.m. A private interment will take place at Graceland Cemetery.
A heartfelt thank you is extended to Kerry’s dear friend, John for his loving compassion and friendship throughout the years; her cousin, Debbie, for providing her family comfort and direction during this time of loss; two dear long-time friends, Rose and Lois; Mount Pleasant Police Officer, Chris Paulson and Deputy Medical Examiner, Dennis Corr for their professional guidance and care.
Sara and Steve Yuhas says
To all friends and family of Kerry my deepest sympathy for all of you. Kerry was my god mom and a wonderful woman my mother Carol and dad Steve were her best friends for many years and we will miss her dearly. Kerry mom is there with open arms give her hugs from all of us down here. all our love to you.
David J. Lutze says
My deepest heartfelt sympathy goes out to Kerry’s family and friends. I only knew Kerry in Elementary and High School. I was a quiet awkward kid who thought she was the cutest girl in the class. I remember her as being friendly and always cheerful traits which I am sure carried on through her adult life. May God comfort and give you strength during this time.
Mara Koffarnus says
Jill and Eric,
I’m so sorry for your unexpected loss. You are strong, and your family, including me, are very lucky to have you taking care of of everything in the midst of your sorrow.
I love you!
Mara
Linda Jacob says
I am so sorry to hear of Kerry’s passing. Jill, you must be devastated. Although I haven’t seen her since our younger days, I have fond memories of our times together. We had backyard carnivals,rode bikes,and played in the upstairs apartment listening to the Monkees and the Beatles. We also made a few prank phone calls. Ha ha. Good memories of simpler times. I pray for the comfort of the Holy Spirit during this difficult time.
Mary Adamski says
Rest in Peace, Kerry.
We pray for your family and friends to find peace of mind as they mourn.
from you Hawaii cousins, Mary and Helen.
Jim & Darlene Dix says
So very sorry to hear about Kerry. Now she can rest. We regret that we cannot make the funeral, but Jill you will be in our thoughts and prayers.
Anna Contreras says
Dear best friend Kerry, I�۪m so sad right now Kerry, I could hardly sleep last night just thinking about you girl. I�۪m sad because who am I gonna call when I feel sad. You were always the one I called and now I�۪m sad cuz your gone..Kerry we�۪ve been friends for such a long time. We met in ���1979� when I got hired at Jacobsen and worked there with you. That was such fun. We had the best times there working together and partyin all the time. We were quit a team, you and me. We were able to leave our work areas and join the Union to help with whatever was going on at that time. The elections, or the bowling teams going up north for a Bowling Tournament, we had the best times ever. So much fun. Getting the list of addresses we had to put signs for the election and then go out to lunch and have drinks with the guys. When we met Ron Dickenson, remember Ron, he thought he was the world to all women. He was so much fun. I got to hang out with him alot and we became such close and good friends. Don�۪t know whatever happened to him or Pepe too. Sure do miss the good old times. We would laugh forever. We would ride on their bikes and hit the bars. We go to that bar in Kenosha and have the best time ever. We sure did know how to party. During the strike time, at Jacobsens, that was the turning point for me. That was when I decided to leave Racine and move to Milwaukee and go back to school and grow up.. but we still managed to get together once in awhile and have some good times. Kerry you have been a good friend to me. You were there when my dad died. You were the one I call and cry over the phone and you would always find comfort words to tell me. We were together when John Lennon died also. We were at Jacobsen�۪s working that night when we got the news about John Lennon shooting. I remember that night so well. You know the whole story about my family and the problems we have. We have been to concerts and places together. Beatle Fest in Chicago, several times, we were there together back in the day. We go see Davy Jones and Peter Noone from the Hermit Hermits.. oh yeah, we had some good times. You came to Dallas to visit me when I moved there in the early 80�۪s and you were the only friend of mine that got to met Jessicas dad, Marcus, not that it was anything to brag about but you were there. Remember when we went out one night to a club and when we got out to leave we were looking all over for our car that had been towed.. that was so funny now, when I think about it. You have been my tupperware lady that we have a party and didn�۪t stop partyin til weee hours the next morning…wow We sure were crazy.. but that�۪s the life we had together as friends. There were so many other events we hit and shared together but I can�۪t think of them all. But I do know that I will miss you and Thank God that you were part of my life and we were good together, You and Me..I will miss you always and think of you always and you will be in my heart always….I�۪m so sad right now Kerry… I can�۪t call you…Til we met again, say hi to my mom and dad up there and please watch over us down here and be our new Angel and our new Star when I look up at night to say a prayer. Please watch over us and I will miss you Girl…Forever, my friend, Anna
Diane (Bruno) Savaglio says
Knowing Kerry since elementary school; living in the same neighborhood for years; I lost touch with her after I got married and moved away; 35 years ago. In the last 2 years or so, we found each other on Facebook, and even though we didn’t see each other; we chatted on Facebook every now and then. We were just starting to pick up where we left off. I cannot believe she is gone. She was always so full of life, and always the first of the neighborhood girls to do grown-up things; like having a car and a good job. She worked SO MUCH all the time; sometimes more than one job at a time. Because of her outgoing personality; she always seemed to be able to find a new job right after leaving an old one. Kerry had so many friends and was always busy. Jill, I am so sorry for your loss, and I am sorry I was unable to attend the visitation. I was thinking about her all day today, wishing I could have been there. I hope she is in a better place now, and I hope you have many friends around to comfort you and your family.