Gerald (Jerry) W. Adams, 85, of Waukegan, IL passed away on April 3, 2020 at the Terrace Nursing Home in Waukegan.  He was born on September 4, 1934 in Waukegan where he was a lifelong resident.  Gerald had been employed at Johnson Motors for 20 years and was a member of the Moose Lodge #706.  He is survived by his sister; Sharon Ashley of Waukegan, and his brother; Lee (Beverley) Adams of Cedar Springs, MI, two nephews; Troy Ashley of Waukegan, and Michael (Jill) Adams of Kentwood, MI, one niece; Kristine (Tony) Paull of Grand Rapids, MI, a great nephew; MJ Adams, and a great niece; McKenzie Adams. Christian burial service was private at Ascension Cemetery in Libertyville, IL.  A Memorial Mass will take place at a later date.