LIFE REFLECTIONS
Sherman Lloyd Adams Jr. was born December 21,1970 i n Harvey, IL to Cynthia and Sherman Adams Sr. He was the youngest o f 3 children. Sherman was a Momma and Daddy’s boy! As a child, Sh erman told his mom he could not live here without her and that he had to die first. Sherman was preceded in death by his father, Sherma n Adams Sr.
Sherman attended and graduated from Thornridge High School in 1988. While there, he excelled in wrestling and foo tball. Sherman, affectionately known as “Sherm”, was a U.S Marine C orps Veteran. He served in Desert Storm in Iraq during The Gulf War . After serving in the Marines, Sherman began working at UAW Ford Chic ago Stamping Plant in 1993. He remained at Ford where most of hi s 32 years was spent as a forklift driver. Lifelong bonds were for med at Ford with coworkers turning into friends and family.
On March 1, 2006, Sherman married Twila Pearson in Markham, IL. Later that year they welcomed his only child, a bab y girl, Aniah Lil Adams. They had a conflict raising that baby girl b ecause Sherman spoiled her ROTTEN!!! He wanted her to have the wor ld and tried to give it!!
Sherman enjoyed hanging out at home with friends, w atching football, and cooking out. Sherman was such a fun and lively soul. He was a good man who was kind and giving to MANY. Sherman w as hard working, God-fearing, and there to help everyone. H e ”loved thy neighbor” and was “his brother’s keeper”. He will b e missed!
On May 13, 2025, Sherman passed away at his home du e to natural causes. Sherman was preceded in death by his father , Sherman Adams, Sr. Sherman leaves to cherish his memories a dedicated mother, Cynthia Adams; siblings, Lamen (Krishawn) a nd Latia Adams; wife, Twila Pearson; loving daughter, Aniah Adams; step-children, Rickia (Terrance) Brown, and Rickey (Briana) Pearso n; niece, Sidney Apolonio, and nephew, Aaron Adams; special friend, Monica “Nell” Patterson; bonus children, Adrian “Booba”, Rodney “ Bread”, and bonus grandson, KJ his favorite little guy; a host of friends and family members including but not limited to Corey, Vergil, Todd, Melvin, Frankie, Nate, Russell, RIH Wendell Webb, Larry, Ha rry, Gary, Barry, Kwame, Crystal M. Shannetta, Tree, Al. Rodney, Mark H., Tawauna, Karla, Yolanda, RIH Camille, Sylvia, Maurice, Eric, Wallace, Wayne, Wild Bill, Deontray, TC, and TaTa.
THE MARINES PRAYER
“Heavenly Father, I put on the full armor of God to stand against the schemes of the enemy. I cover myself with the belt of truth, the breastplate of righteousness, the shoes of the gospel of peace, the shield of faith, the helmet of salvation, and the sword of the Spirit, which is your Word.”
SIBLINGS
Dear Dad,
I really miss you. You taught me so many things, especially how to be strong. I never had to go a day needing something because you made sure I wanted for nothing. You took care of everyone. I knew that I would have to lose you one day, but not this soon. You taught me not everyone is my friend, and that was okay because you were my most friend.
I may not have been the best daughter, however, you were the best father. I cannot put into words how I feel, but you meant the world to me & I don’t know how I’m supposed to operate without you. I know that you would tell me not to cry and to be strong, but I do need you Dad. I promise to try my hardest to be as strong and brave as you were.
I will take care of grandma for you. I promise to make sure that you are proud of me. I love you Dad.
Love Always, Aniah
PROGRAM
Prayer
Scripture
Obituary Selection
Remarks / Tributes
Selection
Acknowledgements
Randall Willis
Jean West
Read Silently
Aniah Adams
Family & Friends
Kimberly Jones
Robyn Mack
Perh aps you sang a lovely song, or sat quietly in a chair.
Perhaps you sent a floral spray, if so we saw it here.
Perhaps you spoke the kindest words as any friend could say.
Perhaps you were not there at all, just thought of us today.
Whatever you did to console our hearts, we thank you so much, whatever the part.
The Family