Alton "Gordon" McAdams
September 19, 1934 ~ June 26, 2023
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ROCKY MOUNT – Alton “Gordon” McAdams, age 88, went home to be with his Lord and Savior on Monday, June 26, 2023. Born in Edgecombe County, NC on September 19, 1934, he was the son of the late John R. McAdams and Viola Dail McAdams. He was also preceded in death by his wife of 57 years, Martha Becknell McAdams; his son, Gordon Rankin McAdams; his son-in-law, Michael “Mike” Woodard Cobb; his sister, Mary Ellen Braswell; and his brothers, John McAdams and Howard McAdams.
Gordan retired from the US Postal Service with over 30 years of dedicated service. He was a man of unwavering faith, and he instilled this love in his family. Gordon and his wife, Martha, were long time members of First Baptist Church in Rocky Mount, and Gordon found great solace in his faith. Gordon was a hardworking man who always put his family first. He did everything he could to support them, and was always there for them, no matter what. Gordon coached his understanding of so many things, from water sports with his children and grandchildren, teaching them how to fish, swim, and engage in all kinds of outdoor activities. In his leisure time, Gordon found peace and tranquility at the family beach home in Emerald Isle. These moments spent with his loved ones will be forever cherished and remembered. Gordon was a kind, loving, and selfless man who will be deeply missed by all who knew him.
Gordon is survived by his daughters, Mary Lynne Weaver and husband, Todd, and Elizabeth Cobb; his grandchildren, Jessica Weaver Waggoner and husband, Eric, Sarah Weaver Davis and husband, Thomas, Ashley Melvin and husband, Cody, and Catherine Green and husband, Doug; his great-grandchildren, Addison Melvin, Gavin Green, Bryson Green, Ava Waggoner, Mackenzie Melvin, and Gordon-Robert Waggoner; his niece, Kay Braswell; and his nephew, Cole Rimmer and wife, Judy.
A Graveside Service to celebrate Gordon’s life will be held on Saturday, July 1, 2023, at 11:00 AM at Pineview Cemetery with Pastor Bill Grisham officiating. The family will be available to receive friends and relatives immediately following the graveside service.
Flowers are welcome or memorials may be made in Gordon’s memory to Nash UNC Health Care Hospice & Palliative Care, 2460 Curtis Ellis Drive, Rocky Mount, NC 27804.
Arrangements entrusted to Wheeler & Woodlief Funeral Home & Cremation Services, 1130 N. Winstead Avenue, Rocky Mount, NC 27804. You may share memories and condolences with the family by visiting www.wheelerwoodlief.com.
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Prayers for the family🙏so sorry for your loss!❤️
Sorry for your loss,worked with Gordon, one of the good guys, prayers for family and friends 🙏
I am very sorry. It was always wonderful to talk to Gordie. Whether at church, a ballgame, or Bernie’s, I enjoyed spending time with him.
Elizabeth, we are very sorry to hear about your dad. You and your families are in our thoughts and prayers.
Such a sweet soul… 💖🙏🏻
Sarah, Your grandfather loved you so much! Praying for you and your family during this time. We love you dearly! -Your Pensacola Girls
Remember him with grace, joy and love -These flowers are sent with my sincerest condolences and prayers to your family,
My heartfelt condolences to the entire family. Gordon was the perfect neighbor here in our Emerald Isle neighborhood. His smile could light the entire street and he wore it most of the time. He always had a story to tell about boats or fishing or his family. He was so obviously a proud father, grandfather and great grandfather and I know you will miss that light in your lives. I will miss having him and his radiant smile next door.
I’m sad just now finding out about Mr. McAdams’ passing. He was really a very kind man and was like a father to me when I was quite young. I’ll never forget the memories I have playing with Gordie and his dad over on Cedarbrook Dr. Mr. McAdams would get off work from the post office and join in. Whether it was basketball, throwing the football or playing with Cox airplanes. My condolences to the family.
John Hammond