Arthur Christopher Adamson

Born: Lloydminster, Sask. Nov 10, 1921

Died: Surrey, BC Feb 25, 2020

Predeceased in 2000, by his loving wife Reta, mother of his children. Also predeceased by his sister Dorothy Adamson, brother Dave Adamson and his second wife Anna Helyar. Survived by his brother Jim (Viv) and his five children Gail (Bob Brodsky), Bob (Sharon), Joan (Jim Stevenson), Bill (Janie) and Dave (Maureen). He is also survived by 14 grandchildren and 18 great grandchildren.

Art was a prairie boy whose life spanned a fascinating century. He experienced life in the family’s log house, leaving home and boarding out to attend Vegreville high school where he also acted as the janitor. Travelling on horseback, he would arrive early enough to start the fire for warmth before the school day began. Lucky for him Reta Belle came to his attention at that time. Art joined the RCAF in 1940, flying Liberators in the North Atlantic, protecting the Allies’ merchant marine vessels. In 1943 he and Reta Payne were married. At the end of WW2 Art joined Trans Canada Airlines and subsequently Air Canada as a successful commercial pilot, retiring in 1981. He was subsequently involved in the development of a wholesale nursery operation with son Dave. A lover of travel, he continued to benefit from his airline connections! He had a long and fruitful life with a peaceful death in the presence of family.

There will be a private family memorial and graveside service. May he rest in peace.

In lieu of flowers please consider donations to either First United Church or Doctors Without Borders.