JOICE — Bradley Jae “Brad” Adams, 67, of Joice, died peacefully Tuesday, August 25, 2026, surrounded by his family at MercyOne North Iowa Medical Center in Mason City.
Visitation will be held from 2 to 4 p.m. Sunday, August 30, at Hogan-Bremer-Moore Colonial Chapel, 126 Third Street NE in Mason City.
Brad was born December 28, 1958, in Charles City, the son of Jackie and Audrey (Skillen) Adams. He grew up in Mason City and later earned his GED.
During his working years, Brad held a variety of jobs, including positions with Cashway Lumber and Winnebago, and he also spent time driving truck.
Brad met Lori Lenz in April 1977, and the two began dating. They were married April 29, 1979, at the Little Brown Church in Nashua.
Brad and Lori initially made their home in Mason City before eventually moving to Joice, where they remained for many years. The couple shared 47 years of marriage.
Family was an important part of Brad’s life. He especially enjoyed camping with his loved ones and spending time together.
Brad was also rarely afraid to tackle another project around the house. He enjoyed rebuilding, repairing and improving things, continually looking for ways to make the family home better.
In quieter moments, Brad enjoyed spending time on his phone and keeping up with subjects and activities that interested him.
Brad is survived by his wife, Lori (Lenz) Adams; children, Bobbie (Nick) Adams Oppman and Whitney (Dillon) Adams Harris; grandchildren Jacob, Tanner, Alex and Kelly Reupke and Duncan, Willow, Wesley and Danielle Harris; siblings Craig (Esther) Adams, Valerie Thomas, Lilyann (Doug) Squier, Clayton (Christy) Adams, Laurie (Gabe) Juarez and John (Krysta) Adams; along with numerous nieces, nephews, extended family members and friends.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Jackie and Audrey Adams; siblings Patrick and Kathleen, who died in infancy; sons Nathan and Matthew Adams; and son-in-law William Reupke.
Even in death, Brad hoped to help others. He had wanted to donate his organs. Although direct organ donation was not possible, Brad was able to donate tissue, which has the potential to benefit as many as 200 people.
Hogan-Bremer-Moore Colonial Chapel in Mason City is assisting the family with arrangements. For Brad’s complete obituary, visitation information and tribute page, please click here.
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