Carol S. Adams, age 81, passed away on December 18, 2025. Loving wife of Fred Adams; Beloved mother of Freddie (Cheryl), the late Christine, and Michael Adams; Cherished grandmother of Kayla (Andrew), Emily (Vince), Jake (Brandi), Ainsley, and Benjamin; Proud great-grandmother of Preston and Scarlett; Dear sister of Linda (the late Marvin) Zears, Merle (Joyce) Van Dyke, and Diane (Robin) Friend; Aunt, cousin, and friend to many. Visitation for Carol will be from 11 AM – 1 PM on Friday, December 26, at Chapel Hill Gardens West Funeral Home, 17w201 Roosevelt Rd, Oakbrook Terrace, IL 60181, where a Funeral Service will follow at 1 PM. Interment at Mount Emblem Cemetery to conclude services. Per family request, please feel free to wear business casual attire for the services. In lieu of flowers, donations in Carol’s name may be made to the favorite charity of your choosing.