Mrs. Carolyn Jeannette Blackmon Adams, age 76, passed away peacefully on Sunday, November 1, 2026. She was born on November 29, 1949, in Lancaster, SC, a daughter of the late Ira Wilford Blackmon and the late Elva Taylor Blackmon and was the loving wife of Jerry Adams.

Mrs. Adams found great joy in gardening, spending time outdoors surrounded by nature, and visiting the mountains, where she cherished the beauty and peace of God’s creation. She was deeply devoted to her faith, her church family at St. Luke Methodist Church, and the community she loved so dearly.

Known for her kind, loving, and nurturing spirit, Mrs. Adams had a special way of making everyone feel cared for and loved. She was always looking out for others, making sure those around her were happy, comfortable, and doing well. Her greatest joy was her family, whom she loved unconditionally. She was also a devoted and loving wife to her husband, Jerry, with whom she shared 30 wonderful years of marriage. Her compassion, gentle heart, and unwavering love for those around her will forever be remembered and cherished by all who knew her.

Mrs. Adams is survived her husband, Jerry Adams; her sister, Judy Hinson; and many special nieces and nephews.

She is preceded in death by her parents; her step-mother, Pauline Blackmon; and two siblings, James Alford Blackmon, and Linda Moser.

The Celebration of Life Funeral Service for Mrs. Adams will be held at 2:00pm on Thursday November 5, 2026, at St. Luke Methodist Church officiated by Rev. Eddie Usher. Burial will follow in the church cemetery.

The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service, from 1:00pm to 2:00pm, in the church sanctuary. In lieu of flowers, for those who wish, memorial contributions may be made to St. Luke Methodist Church, 128 Providence Rd. Lancaster, South Carolina, 29720 or to The Lancaster Children’s Home, PO Box 416, Lancaster, SC 29721.

The family would like to extend their heartfelt gratitude to the compassionate staff at White Oak Manor of Lancaster and Agape Hospice for the kindness, care, and support they provided to Mrs. Adams. Your dedication and thoughtfulness will always be remembered and deeply appreciated.

An online guest register is available for condolences on the obituaries page at www.burgessfunerals.com.

Burgess Funeral Home & Crematory of Lancaster is honored to care for the family of Mrs. Carolyn Adams.