Riley Harold Adams

Riley Harold Adams was born on August 29, 1974, in San Antonio, Texas, at Brooke Army Medical Center, to Edward C. Adams and Doris J. Adams. He was the second son born to this union.

Affectionately known as “Bubbah,” Riley was raised in San Antonio and attended public schools in the San Antonio Independent School District (SAISD). After high school, he embraced life with curiosity and determination, exploring a variety of jobs and experiences simply to see how they worked. Riley was adventurous by nature, always eager to try something new.

Riley passed away on May 23, 2025, leaving behind cherished memories of a life lived with purpose and heart. His warmth, humor, and spirit will be dearly missed by all who knew him.

He was preceded in death by his sister Tiffany Gipson; brother Edward Charles Adams Jr.; father Edward Charles Adams; and stepfather Lorenzo Bennett.

He is survived by his loving wife, Laura Adams; his mother, Doris J. Bennett; his sister, Stephanie Gipson – Smith (Chucky), aunts, Bridget Dickens (Jonathan), Charlotte Watkins; uncles,  Hawaiian Thomas, David Thomas, Norman Thomas, and Rodney Thomas; and guardian, Joseph Nester. He is also remembered with love by a host of  nieces, nephews, cousins, and many close friends.

Riley’s legacy of love, resilience, and exploration lives on in the hearts of those who knew and loved him.