OBITUARY
Theodore Humberto Adams
July 29, 1930 – February 1, 2021
Theodore Humberto Adams (T.A.), began his journey to eternal life on Monday, February 1st, 2021 in El Centro, Ca. He was surrounded by the love of his family; virtually, physically, and spiritually when he passed. T.A. was a man that impacted every one he touched and came across during his AMAZING life. Those who knew him, from his family, friends, and strangers were blessed to have known him. It’s been said he was a man who played with “house money” the past 20 years. He was truly unforgettable. T.A. was born in Jacumba, Ca. on July 29th, 1930 to Ted (Lala) and Mercedes (Chella) Adams. T.A. was the middle and last surviving child born to Lala and Chella; Conchita, Hank, Yolanda and Tony were his siblings. Family; especially his father, and growing up during the Great Depression, impacted T.A. and shaped him into the man he became in life. He grew up in Barrio Logan and graduated from San Diego High in 1948. It was at San Diego High, that he searched out and fell in love with his first wife Martha. They married in 1950 and over the next 10 years, started a family with 3 kids; Ted Jr., Julie and David. T.A. was a salesman and a people-person his whole life. Before marrying Martha, he worked in the jewelry industry as a salesman until the 1970’s, when he switched industries and sold insurance up until just a few years ago. After the death of Martha in 1992, T.A. moved to El Centro where he met and married his second love, Trinidad (Trini) Bonilla. They married in 1994 and the Adams family grew to include a step-daughter Gabby, and 2 more grandchildren were added to the 10 he already had prior to marrying Trini. Later in T.A.’s life a son David, 3 more grandchildren and 2 great grandchildren were added to the Adams family. T.A. lived a beautiful and fulfilling life. He enjoyed music, baseball, traveling, drinking beer and bourbon, dancing, playing poker, but more importantly, just being a Father/Tata. It was that trait of being a father and the importance of family that was passed on from Lala to him, to T.A.’s own children, to his 15 grandchildren, and has been passed on to his 6 great grandchildren. In the future, it will be easy to pick out T.A. All you will have to do is look around. He will be the one at the party, the one he probably threw; dancing, telling stories, smiling, crying, surrounded by those he loved, who were his family and friends, with a drink or two in his hands. And when you see him, give him a hug and a kiss, he would appreciate that. Final services/burial will be outdoors at Holy Cross Cemetery, 4470 Hilltop Drive in San Diego on February 12th at 2pm. We ask those who attend to be respectful, socially distance, and please wear masks. For those who cannot attend, please join us via zoom at the https://sephora.zoom.us/j/95193176919?pwd=OGE1TU9SbGxuWVgwVUFyWkxYamRvUT09
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Theodore Humberto Adams
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ADD A MEMORYArt Genesta
February 11, 2021
To his band, The Dynamix, he was Mr A. We loved him and enjoyed his company on many events. I have put together a Memorial DvD for the family which I will bring on Friday. He was so much more than a fun guy, mentor, leader, friend and example. He truly was a shining light. He had a wonderful impact on my life and my relationship with my wife Juna. We loved him. He will be missed. But we are comforted knowing he is in the presence of our mighty God. He holds him now in His Loving Arms.
Catherine Rojas
February 10, 2021
Cody and grandpa
Catherine Rojas
February 10, 2021
Theo’s 3rd birthday with grandpa
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David Adams
February 9, 2021
Dad, you inspired the passions of my life: Faith. Music. Family. Baseball. In others' lives, you inspired and earned respect, admiration, disciples on how to live a life well-served, and Love. We built 60 years of mutual guidance, support, laughs, and memories into our relationship. You challenged me when I needed it. Your greatest quality was that you made people feel as if getting to know them even for a minute was worth your time. You imitated Christ by being real and fully present with people on a daily basis. That beautiful, wonderful, brilliant mind at work or play was a thing to behold. Everything I learned about accountability and responsibility started with you. Your final words of validation to me days before you left us: "I know I can count on you son." You urged me to 'Be your own man' and showed me how. Now an irreplaceable, unforgettable Legend has left a huge hole in the hearts of all who loved him. As I blessedly led you in your final Earthly prayers signing you with Holy water symbolizing your New Baptism into the Presence of the Lord, I felt the torch pass to me to continue serving, to lead others, to Love God and to Love my Neighbor as myself the best I can. I pray we shall one day be as Bob Dylan wrote, "Forever Young" in Eternity together. Your Faithful son, David Michael
Cody Adams
February 8, 2021
Christine Ridd
February 8, 2021
Mr. Adams was a light in this world. A genuinely wonderful man fully engaged in life. An uplifting person to be around. A truly nice and kind person who adored his family.
You were one of the good guys Mr. Adams. You will be missed.
Chris Ridd
Rane Mack
February 8, 2021
Less of a memory and more just pure gratitude. It doesn’t matter how long we knew you, or even knew about you, because you were family for every moment. Every phone call, every story, every greeting was more than enough proof of that. You were one of the most important people in my life, and I’m sorry I never got to say that to you. But thank you, so, so much for giving us a family. For giving us the people that want to know us, and love us already. Even if you’re gone, the impact you left behind goes far beyond. I love you Grandpa Ted, and good luck going on to the next stage.
Marilyn Lauer
February 6, 2021
This is with great gratitude to TA for gifting me with a marvelous, loving son-in-law, David. TA will be remembered for his magnanimous generosity, just plain fun, and lots of laughter! Rest in peace, my friend, and enjoy the arms of our Lord holding you.
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1951, Uncle Ted and Aunt LaMama expecting Diane and Martha expecting Richard
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Uncle Ted and Aunt Martha expecting Teddy Jr.
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T.A. and Martha Adams in the church at their 30th wedding anniversary celebration 12/7/1980
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The Rev. Robert Nikliborc (former pastor St. Anne's Catholic Church) and Dad in December 1980.
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T.A. and Sara Eckenrod dancing at Sara and David Eckenrod's wedding reception Summer 2005.
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Dad and Mom sharing a "formal" moment outside, 1981
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T.A. proclaiming the Sacred Scripture at Diana and David's wedding
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T.A. and Trini in the church at the wedding of Diana and David Adams 11/13/2010
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Trini and T.A. at Jessie and Brandon's wedding 10/31/2010
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Granddaughter Jessie Adams at her wedding to Brandon Craig 10/31/2010
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Theodore Humberto Adams II and Martha Mondragon Adams, 11/26/1950 wedding day.
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Members of the Adams and Eckenrod families at Diana and David's wedding
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Trini, David, and T.A. 11/13/2010
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Martha M. Adams and Theodore H. Adams exiting St. Rita's Catholic Church 11/26/1950 after their wedding.
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Flat top T.A., 1966
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T.A. and Mom in an early whimsical moment!
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18-year-old T.A. Photo given to Martha on 4/14/1949!
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T.A., mid-1970s
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The consummate professional!
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Formal dance photo with Martha Mondragon.
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Granddaughter Sara and Grandpa T.A. after their emotional dance together.
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Dad with Diana Adams at he and Trini's Renewal of Wedding Vows ceremony and celebration March 2017
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Grandpa holding baby grandson Cody Adams and newer baby granddaughter Michelle Adams. Nine-year-old grandson Christopher Adams also caught in the act. May 1992
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Trini, grandson Christopher Adams, and T.A. 11-15-2015.
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David held by daddy T.A., ca. 1961
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Cathy Adams, Ted Adams Jr. and Sara Adams held by Grandpa
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Grandpa T.A. showing his pride and joy holding baby Cody.
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Grandpa holding his first two grandchildren Christopher Emerick and "Baby" Sara Adams.
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T.A. and Martha in 1952 with their firstborn baby Ted Jr. 2/24/1952
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August 18 1968. David Adams' 8th birthday party. Ted. Jr. on the piano, nephew Mark Adams in the blue shirt, nephew Tony Ray Adams next to the birthday boy, wife Martha and T.A. behind the birthday boy, niece Laura in front of T.A., sister-in-law Martha Adams (wife of T.A.'s brother Henry) holding the cake, niece Cathy Adams in the blue dress and pigtails sitting at the table, sister-in-law Laverne Adams standing to the side with hand covering mouth, mother-in-law (and Nana to all the kids) Mary Mondragon standing next to Laverne. Identities of the other kids not clear but perhaps another niece or two is in there as well.
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Grandpa and grandson Christopher Emerick.
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T.A.'s 88th birthday dinner at DiLeone's Italian Restaurant in El Cajon, CA. August 5, 2018. Great-grandchildren Alex and Salome and grandson Cody Adams.
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At a family friend's 80th birthday celebration May 1991
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The grandchildren love each other! So sweet....
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84th Birthday Cake 8/03/2014
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T.A. with grandson Theo Adams and his date at grandson Cody Adams' wedding. 5/28/2018
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Crystal Harrison (wife of grandson Chris Adams next to her), T.A. and great-granddaughter Adrianna in the Lake Elsinore Storm minor league (Padres) ballpark 5/26/2017. This was to be the last live sporting event shared between Chris and Grandpa.
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T.A. 88th Celebration 8/5/2018
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Three "cool" generations at the final Father's Day Padres game shared among David, son Chris, and Dad/Grandpa T.A. 6/19/2016.
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At David's birthday dinner 8/18/2017 Lido's Italian Foods.
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Great-Grandpa T.A. and Adrianna Maiville at the Poinsettia Bowl Football Game at Qualcomm Stadium San Diego 12/23/2015
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Father's Day 6/19/2016 Outside of Petco Park and drinking our favorite beers!
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T.A., Padres pitching coach Darren Balsley, and David Adams 8/01/2009
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T.A.'s face on the animated Padres uniform image along with Trevor Hoffman, David, and two long time family friends.
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T.A. enjoying a relaxing day with wife Martha in their Spring Valley home.
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At the Pacific Amphitheatre July 2011.
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T.A. doing what he loved: playing with one of his grandchildren ( two-year-old Jessica Adams ).
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July 11,1978 MLB All-Star Game San Diego Stadium. ABC Broadcast Network captured T.A. in all his baseball fan glory squarely in sight between recording stars The Captain (Daryl Dragon) and (Toni) Tennille. He was two weeks shy of his 48th birthday!
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After another one of hundreds of Padres Games Dad and David attended.
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T.A. and son with the Padres "Pad Squad" tour guide to the field.
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Undated photo...but T.A. was timeless anyway.
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T.A. was a volunteer chaperone and go-getter for 12 years as his three children (Ted Jr., Julie, David) participated collectively in 12 years of Marching Band, concerts and much more.
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T.A. and daughter-in-law Diana Adams. Oct. 11, 2020.
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T.A. and Alex Silva (Diana Adams' brother-in-law).
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Enjoying Baseball Under The Sun @ Petco Park. 8/19/2016 with grandson Chris Adams.
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What he did better than anyone: Chatting up other fans pre-game at the Padres membership lounge August 19, 2016.
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Martha And T.A. Early 1970s.
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Martha and T.A. Early 1970s
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Fulfilling his dream of seeing Bob Dylan July 2011. Seven weeks after five-way heart bypass.
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Ahhhhh, at peace on Father's Day, 2018.
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At his favorite Steak and Chinese Food restaurant in El Centro for his 87th Birthday dinner. 7/29/2017
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Loved his Coors Banquet Beer!
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T.A.s 90th Birthday. Our Last "Generation" Family Photo. 4 Generations of Love.
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1951, Uncle Ted and Aunt LaMama expecting Diane and Martha expecting Richard
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Uncle Ted and Aunt Martha expecting Teddy Jr.
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T.A. and Martha Adams in the church at their 30th wedding anniversary celebration 12/7/1980
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The Rev. Robert Nikliborc (former pastor St. Anne's Catholic Church) and Dad in December 1980.
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T.A. and Sara Eckenrod dancing at Sara and David Eckenrod's wedding reception Summer 2005.
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Dad and Mom sharing a "formal" moment outside, 1981
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T.A. proclaiming the Sacred Scripture at Diana and David's wedding
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T.A. and Trini in the church at the wedding of Diana and David Adams 11/13/2010
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Trini and T.A. at Jessie and Brandon's wedding 10/31/2010
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Granddaughter Jessie Adams at her wedding to Brandon Craig 10/31/2010
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Theodore Humberto Adams II and Martha Mondragon Adams, 11/26/1950 wedding day.
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Members of the Adams and Eckenrod families at Diana and David's wedding
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Trini, David, and T.A. 11/13/2010
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Martha M. Adams and Theodore H. Adams exiting St. Rita's Catholic Church 11/26/1950 after their wedding.
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Flat top T.A., 1966
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T.A. and Mom in an early whimsical moment!
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18-year-old T.A. Photo given to Martha on 4/14/1949!
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T.A., mid-1970s
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The consummate professional!
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Formal dance photo with Martha Mondragon.
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Granddaughter Sara and Grandpa T.A. after their emotional dance together.
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Dad with Diana Adams at he and Trini's Renewal of Wedding Vows ceremony and celebration March 2017
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Grandpa holding baby grandson Cody Adams and newer baby granddaughter Michelle Adams. Nine-year-old grandson Christopher Adams also caught in the act. May 1992
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Trini, grandson Christopher Adams, and T.A. 11-15-2015.
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David held by daddy T.A., ca. 1961
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Cathy Adams, Ted Adams Jr. and Sara Adams held by Grandpa
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Grandpa T.A. showing his pride and joy holding baby Cody.
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Grandpa holding his first two grandchildren Christopher Emerick and "Baby" Sara Adams.
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T.A. and Martha in 1952 with their firstborn baby Ted Jr. 2/24/1952
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August 18 1968. David Adams' 8th birthday party. Ted. Jr. on the piano, nephew Mark Adams in the blue shirt, nephew Tony Ray Adams next to the birthday boy, wife Martha and T.A. behind the birthday boy, niece Laura in front of T.A., sister-in-law Martha Adams (wife of T.A.'s brother Henry) holding the cake, niece Cathy Adams in the blue dress and pigtails sitting at the table, sister-in-law Laverne Adams standing to the side with hand covering mouth, mother-in-law (and Nana to all the kids) Mary Mondragon standing next to Laverne. Identities of the other kids not clear but perhaps another niece or two is in there as well.
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Grandpa and grandson Christopher Emerick.
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T.A.'s 88th birthday dinner at DiLeone's Italian Restaurant in El Cajon, CA. August 5, 2018. Great-grandchildren Alex and Salome and grandson Cody Adams.
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At a family friend's 80th birthday celebration May 1991
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The grandchildren love each other! So sweet....
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84th Birthday Cake 8/03/2014
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T.A. with grandson Theo Adams and his date at grandson Cody Adams' wedding. 5/28/2018
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Crystal Harrison (wife of grandson Chris Adams next to her), T.A. and great-granddaughter Adrianna in the Lake Elsinore Storm minor league (Padres) ballpark 5/26/2017. This was to be the last live sporting event shared between Chris and Grandpa.
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T.A. 88th Celebration 8/5/2018
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Three "cool" generations at the final Father's Day Padres game shared among David, son Chris, and Dad/Grandpa T.A. 6/19/2016.
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At David's birthday dinner 8/18/2017 Lido's Italian Foods.
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Great-Grandpa T.A. and Adrianna Maiville at the Poinsettia Bowl Football Game at Qualcomm Stadium San Diego 12/23/2015
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Father's Day 6/19/2016 Outside of Petco Park and drinking our favorite beers!
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T.A., Padres pitching coach Darren Balsley, and David Adams 8/01/2009
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T.A.'s face on the animated Padres uniform image along with Trevor Hoffman, David, and two long time family friends.
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T.A. enjoying a relaxing day with wife Martha in their Spring Valley home.
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At the Pacific Amphitheatre July 2011.
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T.A. doing what he loved: playing with one of his grandchildren ( two-year-old Jessica Adams ).
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July 11,1978 MLB All-Star Game San Diego Stadium. ABC Broadcast Network captured T.A. in all his baseball fan glory squarely in sight between recording stars The Captain (Daryl Dragon) and (Toni) Tennille. He was two weeks shy of his 48th birthday!
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After another one of hundreds of Padres Games Dad and David attended.
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T.A. and son with the Padres "Pad Squad" tour guide to the field.
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Undated photo...but T.A. was timeless anyway.
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T.A. was a volunteer chaperone and go-getter for 12 years as his three children (Ted Jr., Julie, David) participated collectively in 12 years of Marching Band, concerts and much more.
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T.A. and daughter-in-law Diana Adams. Oct. 11, 2020.
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T.A. and Alex Silva (Diana Adams' brother-in-law).
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Enjoying Baseball Under The Sun @ Petco Park. 8/19/2016 with grandson Chris Adams.
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What he did better than anyone: Chatting up other fans pre-game at the Padres membership lounge August 19, 2016.
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Martha And T.A. Early 1970s.
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Martha and T.A. Early 1970s
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Speaks for itself....
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Fulfilling his dream of seeing Bob Dylan July 2011. Seven weeks after five-way heart bypass.
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Ahhhhh, at peace on Father's Day, 2018.
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At his favorite Steak and Chinese Food restaurant in El Centro for his 87th Birthday dinner. 7/29/2017
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Loved his Coors Banquet Beer!
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T.A.s 90th Birthday. Our Last "Generation" Family Photo. 4 Generations of Love.