Commander Robert I. Adams III, USN (RET), of Surprise, Arizona died February 21, 2020. Also known as Trey, was born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania on September 21, 1967, to his parents, Robert I Adams Jr. and Gail L. Newruck (Walter G.).
He is survived by former spouse, Allison M. Adams, sons Robert I. Adams IV, Fletcher C. Adams and loving partner Alison Manning.
Trey is also survived by brothers; Jeffrey C Adams (partner Erika Laspisa), Bryan M. Newruck and sister Shanon G. Newruck-Buler (Harry).
He will be missed by his nephews; Patrick, Ryan and Brendan Adams, Lennon Buler and niece Riley Clary.
Trey was a graduate of Boyertown area high school, Boyertown, Pennsylvania, The U. S. Naval Academy, class of 1991 and received his MBA at USC, Los Angeles, California.
Prior to college, Trey was an exchange student in Finland with Rotary International. While there he learned several languages.
Trey’s call to service was inspired by his maternal grandparents, who both served in the navy during WWII, and also by his mother, who continued the family tradition. During his 22 years of active duty, Trey served in Kuwait, London and Afghanistan.
Trey’s passions were NASCAR, online gaming, Eagles football, paying it forward, but most importantly was teaching his sons about duty, honor and respect. He also enjoyed singing with the Naval Academy Glee Club and his many performances on stage as a member of the screen actor’s guild.
Trey will be missed by his many comrades, friends and all who knew and loved him.
A celebration of life reception will be held March 27, 2020, at 3:00 P.M., at Surprise Funeral Care
16063 W. Bell Rd., Surprise, Arizona
Donations may be made to the
Naval Academy Foundation
274 Wood Road
Annapolis, Md. 21402
Or
Interment at Arlington National Cemetery will be held in the future.
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