Richard L. Adams, 73, of Brainerd, passed away peacefully, surrounded by family, on Saturday, September 12, 2026. 

Please join the family as they celebrate Rich's Life on Saturday, October 24, 2026, at Fort Ripley Town Hall (5190 Legend Lane - Fort Ripley, MN 56449). The celebration starts at 2:00 p.m. and in true Rich fashion, won't end till bar close. We will also have Military Honors at 3:00 p.m.

Rich is survived by his children, Amanda (Jason) Adams, Echo (Emmanuel) Ongechi, and Damen (Katie) Adams, as well as a number of grandchildren and extended family members. He was preceded in death by his parents, Norman and Alfreda (Neilsen) Adams; brothers, Dean and Larry; and niece, Rhonda Adams.