Neal Loyle Adams

1927 ~ 2021

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Feb. 9, 2021
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260 East South Temple, Salt Lake City, UT
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  • Neal Adams, the oldest son of Loyle Adams and Margaret Bryan Adams, passed away at the age of 94 on January 24, 2021. He was born on January 17, 1927 in Heber, Utah. In his youth he was the President and quarterback for South High School. Neal went into the Navy the day after graduation from high school as World War II was still raging. After the war, he went to the University of Utah and graduated from there, then went to Northwestern Dental school to study dentistry. After graduation, he opened his dental office in Salt Lake City and had an active practice until his retirement in his late sixties. He was President of the Utah Dental Association and was beloved by all his patients.

    Neal married Marilyn Van Horn, the light of his life, in 1978 and instantly expanded the size of his extended family. He supported his family in all their endeavors, including attending soccer, basketball, football, and baseball games. He loved life and was an enthusiastic supporter and organizer of family events, reunions, and other social activities. He was an avid skier and skied with family and friends well into his 80’s. Neal lived a good life and was the absolute example of a good man.

    Neal is survived by his wife Marilyn Van Horn Adams, his sister Ann Strong (Richard), son David Adams, daughter Nancy Wilkinson (Leigh), son Steven Greer (Carolyn) and many grandchildren and great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his brother Jack Adams, his son Steven Adams and his granddaughter Morgan Adams.

    Services will be held for family on Tuesday, February 9 at 12:00 P.M. at Larkin Mortuary at 260 E. South Temple, SLC, UT. Interment will follow at Salt Lake Cemetery. Friends may call Tuesday from 11:00 A.M. to 11:45 A.M. at Larkin Mortuary. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that you donate to the Morgan Adams Foundation.


    Guestbook/Condolences

    My heart is sad and my condolences and love go out to you, Neal's family. I became friends with Neal at the Lion's Club as I rode my stationary bike with Neal often at my side. He was always so friendly and extremely interesting to talk to as he had so many, varied life's experiences. We shared books we'd read, experiences at Northwestern, war stories, political topics, sports and much more. As I leaned more about Neal, I told him he should write a book or at least he should write his story for his posterity. He challenged me to do the same. We would often greet each other with "how many pages have you written?" He told me he had actually started, I really hope he did. He talked very tenderly about caring for his wife and his love for her. I am grateful for this wonderful gentleman who entered a little of my life. Thank you,


    - KATHY FOTHERINGHAM

    I will sorely miss one of my best friends and confidants. He was truly a wonderful man who loved his family dearly. I have never met anyone who was such a great listener and to whom you could tallk to just about anything. I know that he will be one of the Lord's favorites.


    - Bill Burleigh

    My Condolence to Marilyn and Family.
    It was my pleasure to be a friend of Neal and Marilyn. We spent many hours on the tennis court and golf course together. Traveled with them to DeFuski (?) Island. They are a part of my treasured memories. .
    Neal was an exceptional Gentleman, always a pleasure to be with. I am honored and fortunate to have
    enjoyed our friendship.
    (Thank you Mrs . Willkinson for the thoughtful phone call.)


    - Frank Herridge

    I was an employee of Dr Adams for 10 yrs and would have stayed with him longer, had he not retired. Beyond a fair and generous employer, Dr Adams was a friend and mentor, a prince among men. I will never forget his humble presence or his zest for life.


    - Connie Sliwinski