Oberlin-Funeral service for Robert Garlin Adams, 74, will be held at 10 a.m. Wednesday, January 20, 2016, in Allen Parish Funeral Home of Oberlin. Deacon Dale Deshotel will officiate. Burial will follow in McGee Cemetery of Ward under the direction of Allen Parish Funeral Home.
The family will receive visitors at Allen Parish Funeral Home, 119 S. 7th Street, Oberlin on Tuesday, January 19, 2016, from 3-9 p.m. Visitation will resume on Wednesday morning from 8 a.m. until time of service.
Robert was a loving husband, father, and grandfather. He was devoted to his wife, Emily, for 55 years prior to her passing in 2014. He was an avid farmer and agriculturist and was a big supporter of the Allen Parish Livestock Association. In his spare time, Robert also loved mechanic work as well as carpentry work. In his later years he worked in the construction industry. He was a member of the Oberlin Lions Club where he served as president and was voted "Lion of the Year". He also enjoyed hunting most anything from deer to hogs or squirrels along with fishing with his favorite buddies. He loved spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren Austin, Hailee, and Ericka. He would always lend a hand to anyone in need. He will be sadly missed by all who knew and loved him.
Those left to cherish Robert's memory include his son, John Adams and wife, Cherie, of Moss Bluff; two daughters, Melinda Granger and husband, Glenn, of DeRidder, and Sonya Adams of Lake Charles; one brother, Kenneth Adams and wife, Raybell, of Alexandria; one sister, Joye Moore of Oberlin; and 3 grandchildren.
Robert is preceded in death by his parents, Robert and Nettie Adams; his wife, Emily; and one brother, Shelby Adams.
Words of comfort may be sent to the family at www.allenparishfuneralhome.com or www.ardoinfuneralhome.com.