Bernadine Shirley Adams, age 94 of White Lake, Michigan, formerly of Dearborn Heights, Michigan, passed away on Tuesday, October 20, 2026. Bernadine was a loving, generous, and deeply faithful woman whose greatest joy in life was her family. She cherished spending time with her children and grandchildren, and often said "just being with you was the gift".
Bernadine found happiness in life's simple pleasures. She loved baking and sharing the fruits of her labor with others, tending to her garden, and sewing. She also had a special love for photography., capturing countless moments of family and friends.
Bernadine dedicated 25 years of service to Ford Motor Company before retiring to enjoy her family.
Above all, Bernadine's life was guided by her deep religious Catholic faith and her love for her family. She was a generous soul who gave to many worthy causes. Her faith provided a foundation for her life, and her loving spirit left a lasting impression on all who had the privilege of knowing her.
Beloved wife of the late Jack Adams, loving mother of John (Christine) Adams, Richard (Denise) Adams and the late Daniel (Rita Johnson)Adams; proud grandmother of Jordan (Megan) Adams, Gianna Adams, Kim Adams and Angela (Jonathon) Adams-Galvin; sister of Joanie Trybus and the late Dolores Oliver, Alvin Taylor and Sharon Taylor. She is also survived by many nieces and nephews.
Visitation will be held from 3:00 pm- 7:00 pm with a rosary service at 5:00 pm on Monday, October 26, 2026 at the Union Lake Chapel of the Elton Black and Son Funeral Home, 1233 Union Lake Rd., White Lake, MI 48386. The Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 11:00 am on Tuesday, October 27, 2026 at St. Patrick Catholic Church, 9086 Hutchins Rd., White Lake, MI 48386. Mrs. Adams will lie in state at the church from 10:00 am until the time of service.
Interment will be at Great Lakes National Cemetery.
