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Fermin Adames Obituary

Adames, Fermin G. "I did it my way" was the theme of the life of Fermin G. Adames. He started Tempco Electric Heater, Corporation in 1972. Fermin built a thriving business that brought him honors, such as Entrepreneur of the Year in 1989. Becoming a citizen of the U.S. was the attainment of a lifelong dream. His proudest achievement came in the form of his adoring family. He was the beloved husband of Janell, nee White. A loving father of Fermin A. Adames, Maquis Adames, Jennifer Adames-Smith, Leonardo Adames and Kyle G. Adames. Cherished grandfather of Tanner, Brennen, Jonas, and Isabella. Dear brother of Maria Elena Rocha de Adames, Carlos Adames, and Leonardo Adames. Devoted son of the late Fermin and Maria Elena Adames. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations to www.gop.com would be greatly appreciated. Visitation Friday, February 3, 2012, 3:00-9:00PM at Smith-Corcoran Funeral Home, 185 E. Northwest Hwy., Palatine. Funeral Saturday, February 4, 2012, 9:30AM from the funeral home to St. Theresa Church, 467 N. Benton Street, Palatine for Mass at 10:00AM. Interment St. Michael the Archangel Cemetery, Palatine. 847-359-8020 or visit Fermin's memorial at www.smithcorcoran.com

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Feb. 1, 2012.

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Brad Witecha

December 26, 2012

I am so sad to hear the news that Mr. Fermin G. Adames passed away this year. All of my family LOVED the entire Adames Family. As children we grew up with the Adames Family and lived on the same street. We did a lot with Maquis and Fermin Jr., they were a Brother and Sister to us, we enjoyed so many things like kickball, skateboards, swimming, hunting, fishing, rollerskating, football, 4th of July Fireworks (That was one heck of a 4th of July, we had so many FIREWORKS I thought we were going to blow up the entire block, oh it was so much fun!!!!.) And now a tear in my eye as I remember all the fun we had!!! VERY FOND MEMORIES!!! We all did so much together, we were great childhood friends. Later when my family moved to New York, Long Island and we all had to get ready to drive back to New York after visiting the Adames Family, it was a VERY SPECIAL MOMENT, that as we called him (Big Fermin) Mr. Fermin G. Adames, at that moment he came up with the idea that HE WOULD FLY US BACK TO NEW YORK LATER IN THE SUMMER so that the children could have more time to spend with each other. I was in shock at Mr. Fermin G. Adames EXTREME GENEROSITY that he would pay for Airline Tickets just so us children could have more time together. This is how Mr. Fermin G. Adames (Big Fermin) treated us!!!! Their Swimming Pool was "FUN" to swim in. I AM SO GLAD THE ADAMES FAMILY WERE OUR NEIGHBORS, WE ARE ALL BLESSED TO HAVE HAD EACH OTHER IN OUR LIFE, IT MADE LIFE BETTER ON ALL ACCOUNTS!!!! One time I got sick and they helped me get better, I will NEVER FORGET that as LONG AS I LIVE!!!! We showed each other the kind of LOVE that neighbors should!!!! Life was so much better knowing Mr. Fermin G. Adames (Big Fermin). He will be Missed and Always remembered FONDLY as A Loving Man that did his best, and DID make a BIG difference for the better in my life, and my Brother and Sister!!!! God Bless Us All, Amen. In Loving Memory, as you look down on us with LOVE from HEAVEN!!!!
May your Great Spirit of Joy, Compassion and Generosity carry on in all of us, Amen. YOU ARE GREATLY REMEMBERED AND MISSED, THANK YOU FOR BEING IN OUR LIFE!!!!

Ruth-Ann McKellin

June 9, 2012

Dear Janell, I just heard today and I am stunned and broken up. I'm so sorry and I love you, my friend.

gloriaa helena segura

March 3, 2012

janell tiempo sin vernos,mis mas sinceros pesames,recuerdo a mi primo con mucho cariño aunque estemos tan lejos.

Sue Smolak

February 12, 2012

Janell and family,
So very sorry for your loss. I know Fermin was a good and kind man and he will be missed by many people. You are in my thoughts and my prayers.

Adriana Adames

February 11, 2012

Dear family, we are very sad about this great lost.
Fermin will always be in our thoughts and prayers as all of you.
We didn't see him much but we knew he was a wonderful, special, nice and kind person.
A huge hug to all of you,
God bless you!

Margarita, Manolo, Veronica, Adriana and all Adames' family from Mexico City.

Randi Scheer

February 8, 2012

Janell,
My thoughts and prayers for you and your family at this difficult time. Fermin was truly a kind and gentle man. Cherish the years you had together.

Love Randi

February 4, 2012

I feel sadness about his passing, but so much joy and happiness that I got to meet and be friends with such a beautiful person. Fermin had such a style and debonair attitude about him. He was a true gentleman who taught me to appreciate things in a different light. I consider him a great friend although we saw each other little and were miles apart. I will miss his sense of humor and laugh, but will always hold onto such great memories and life lessons he subtly taught me which will be with me forever.

I will miss you Fermin, brother and friend!

Rueben Duron

February 4, 2012

To the family and friends of Fermin Adames I am sorry to hear about your loss and I send my condolences to you all. May the God of comfort who gives peace by means of prayer be with you all during this trying time. ( 1 Cor. 1:3,4)

Hill

February 2, 2012

I am so sorry for your loss. May the God of all comfort who comforts us in all our pain and sorrow give you all the needed endurance to continue to go one day to next. Psalms 46:1

Timothy Robert Geary

February 2, 2012

I am sorry for your loss Kyle.

Jeff Williams

February 2, 2012

Fermin was a dear friend who I will never forget. I never met anyone who did so much for others and expected nothing in return. I am a better person for knowing him and will miss him terriblly.

Jeff Williams

Marilyn Black

February 1, 2012

A sad day indeed to hear of such a loss not just for your family and everyone that knew Big Fermin, but truly, the world as it was a better place because of him - such a big personality with an incredibly kind heart. We had such great times with you guys out boating and the dinners in Greektown. Please know you are all in our thoughts and if there is anything at all we can do, we are here for you.

Marilyn & Dean

Cindy & John Davidson

February 1, 2012

Dear Janell,Kyle and Family,
Celebrating a life well lived. Cherish the memories forever. ~~GOD BLESS~~
Love, cinD,John,Daniel and Johnny Davidson xo

McNamara

February 1, 2012

Janell, Kyle and Family - Our thoughts and prayers are with you during your time of sorrow and always. Your Papa was such a great man and will truely be missed. May your memories of all they happy times help you through this difficult time. Love. Dennis, Eileen, Dennis and John McNamara

Peter & Lou Indovina

February 1, 2012

Our condolences goes out to the family of Fermin Sr he was a great person.He will be missed by all that new him.

Lori Finch-Elson

February 1, 2012

Fermin, Maquis, and Leslie - you are all in my thoughts and prayers during this hard time. Leaning on each other for support will help in more ways than you'll ever realize. Love you all. God Bless Fermin !!

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