Richard E. Adams

Richard E. Adams, 75, of Carlisle, died Tuesday, November 5, 2024 at his residence.

Born in Shippensburg, he was the husband of 45 years to Esther (Smith) Adams.

Richard worked for over 35 years as a diesel mechanic, also working as a mechanic while serving our country in the US Army. Before being a mechanic, he worked as a carpenter and as an asphalt paver.

When not working, he loved to perfectly manicure his lawn by mowing and weeding. But his greatest joy came from spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren and great grandchildren.

In addition to his wife, Richard is survived by his children: Theresa Keck, her husband, Robert, Mike Swartz, Douglas Swartz, his wife, Amy, all of Carlisle; his grandchildren: Brandon Ryder, of North Dakota, his wife, Jayme, Nathan McGill, of Newville, Michelle Swartz, of Lemoyne, Jennifer Replogle, her husband, Dan, of Hanover, Andy Swartz, of Carlisle, Cailynn Swartz, of Harrisburg, Luke Swartz, of Carlisle, Lindsay Swartz, of Carlisle, Meeka Eichelberger, her husband, Brad, of Mechanicsburg as well as his sister: Bonnie Chestnut, her husband, Barry, his neice, Robin Flory, of Perry County.

Richard was preceded in death by his other siblings.

Services and interment will be held at the convenience of the family.