ELIJAH ADAMS, SR.

BIG ELIJAH • FATHER • SON • BROTHER • GRANDDADDY

EARLY BEGINNINGS

Elijah Adams was born June 23, 1923, in Huffman, Arkansas to the union of Pearl McComb and James Adams. Elijah was the 12 ^th child of 13 children from this union. During his early life, he was united with the Missionary Baptist Church. He lived in Cairo, Illinois for some years. Elijah learned early on in life the value of hard work and discipline.

STEADFAST

Elijah moved to Chicago, Illinois in 1943 as an ambitious young man. With his sights set towards establishment, he worked as Terminal Assistant at Chicago Park District, and the Chicago Screw Company retiring from both. Elijah created a long career for himself by way of networking early in life. He loved learning multiple ways to earn and save money! Through chauffeuring, maintenance work, and various other opportunities, Elijah worked hard enough to fulfill his dream and become the proud owner of Adams Trucking with several 18 "Big Wheeler" trucks. Elijah enjoyed driving and hauling watermelons, strawberries, etc. across the country. He made many friends and associates.

A Champion's Heart

Elijah, a true champion of his word, raised his beautiful granddaughter, Tameka Adams as a single parent in Mendenhall, Mississippi from 1988 until her college graduation from Jackson State University in 2005. Tameka, the beat of her granddaddy's heart, affectionately supported her granddaddy until his passing.

A Praying Man

In 1988, Elijah retired and relocated to Mendenhall, Mississippi. During this time, he became an active and faithful member of Mendenhall Bible Church (MBC). Throughout the years, Elijah held several roles at MBC. He served on the leadership board for Mendenhall Ministries, joined the usher team and provided transportation for the Mendenhall Bible Church Community. He also worked part-time as the Church's janitor.

The Adams Family

Elijah is survived by two daughters, Zirria and Tangee; sons, Carl, Anthony and Christopher; granddaughters, Danielle, Tameka, Cynthia, LaShay, LaTresia, LaNeare Kisha; grandsons, DeAngelo, Larry, Anthony Jr.; and a host of great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews. His son, Elijah Adams, Jr.; his daughter, Lettitia Bell Adams; and his grandson, Chauncey Adams preceded him in death.