JAMES J. ADAMS, age 77. Beloved husband of the late Gerilynn (nee Beleske). Loving companion of Marti Escandon. Dearest papa of: Jeanette Tafralian, Michael Johnson, Evelyn “Marie”, Elizabeth and Ruben Escandon; Papa Jim of: Sasha, Kayla, Stephanie, Ethan, Joe, Trinity; Papa Jim to 8 great grandchildren. Dearest son of the late Stephen and Helen. Dear brother of Philip and Thomas (deceased) (Daneen). Also survived by nieces, nephews, cousins and many dear friends. Funeral services Sunday December 19, 2021 at the funeral home 4:00 PM. The family will receive friends (while practicing social distancing and the use of masks) SUNDAY 1 – 4 PM at the A. RIPEPI & SONS FUNERAL HOME, 18149 BAGLEY ROAD, MIDDLEBURG HEIGHTS (WEST OF I-71).