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Robert R. Adams

November 20, 1942 — August 28, 2016

Robert R. Adams

As they wait and as they watch

Doing good for all,

guide their minds and

give them strength

For each and every call.

Ready to put their

lives on the line

Give them courage each day,

Let them know

you're always there

In each and every way.

Robert R. Adams, 73, passed away, Sunday August 28, 2016 in his Muhlenberg Twp. residence.

He is survived by his wife, Nancy J. (Wagner) Adams, whom he married November 28, 1964.

Born in Philadelphia, he was the son of the late William and Edna (Pedersen) Adams.

Robert was a graduate of Abington High School.

He was a veteran of the United States Marine Corps., serving from 1961 through 1964.

After serving our country, Robert then served as a Police Officer in Abington Township from 1966 through 1983. During his service, Robert founded the Abington Police Athletic League, (PAL).

Robert was the type of person who could make friends with anyone. He was always wanting to help and meet new people. Robert had a great sense of humor and was a real joker. Above all, his grandchildren were the light of his life.

In addition to his wife, Robert is survived by a daughter: Cynthia A., wife of Paul Morgan, Shillington; and two grandchildren: Samantha E. Kauffman, Boyertown, and Marine Cpl. William T. Morgan, Cherry Point, NC.

A memorial service will be held Wednesday, August 31, 2016 at 2 p.m. in Edward J. Kuhn Funeral Home, Inc., 739 Penn Avenue, West Reading. Friends may call from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. in the funeral home. Burial will be private at the convenience of the family. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to: Abington Police Athletic League, 1166 Old York Rd, Abington, PA 19001, or Lebanon VA Medical Center, 1700 S Lincoln Ave, Lebanon, PA 17042. Online condolences may be recorded at www.kuhnfuneralhome.com.

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Wednesday, August 31, 2016

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