Goodbye to Todd Adams

[VX crazy]

Todds arch from Moab 2009

Actually this was the VX only run in memory of Tone that we saw the arch, so we said it was Tones arch, but now Todd will have an arch too!

[crager34]

Todd was a good man. I am honored to have met him.

[Mark B]

My sympathy and prayers goes out to the family and friends.

[MSHardeman]

Todd, I'm a better person for having known you, but that makes your loss all the more painful.

Rest in peace.

[Jolly Roger VX'er]

My only trip so far to Moab was highlighted by getting to meet Todd along with the vx crowd and experiencing my first bit of off-roading; which was helped out immensley by Todd's help and skillful guidance at getting me & my then stock VX through the tougher spots. I had hoped to meet up with him & the gang someday again @ a future Moab meet. He will sorely be missed.

[Moncha]

... first bit of off-roading; which was helped out immensley by Todd's help and skillful guidance at getting me & my then stock VX through the tougher spots....

If not for Todd and his expertise in spotting and guidance, I would have never been back to Moab to run trails. Elephant Hill was my first time, before they did all the paving and Todd was responsible for me getting hooked on driving off-road and doing it without tearing up my truck. I'm going to miss his narratives of the surrounding area and knowledge of nature and natural science.

Make sure leave it it better shape than when you arrived. The first time I heard that, my respect for the outdoors changed dramatically... In fact, I use that philosophy in my day to day life as well.

Good bye, my friend... NEVER forgotten

[Dumke]

I have a loss for words. My thoughts go out to the Linda and the Adams family.


I was being stubborn taking a line that I probably shouldnt have taken. After about the umpteenth try Todd said to me with a smile "I think you should take another line" . You warned me (along with others) about Gooney Bird. You helped when I thought my truck was dead broke (from said bird). Todd you sir will be truely missed. Thank you for everything Todd may you rest in peace knowing you have touched many lives.

[Scott Larson]

From Tone to Todd, another VX legend gone...RIP Sir! My condolences to your family.

[ZEUS]

Anyone heard anything about funeral arrangments?

[Anita]

Anyone heard anything about funeral arrangments?

I FB'd Linda about that. I would check Linda Adams Facebook page for information. Her wall is public. if I hear anything i'll post it.

[lttlbddy]

I don't check in on this Forum very much but I stopped by for the group hug.

Todd taught many of us not only how to wheel the Isuzus in Moab but also taught us the Moab Tread Lightly way.

Todd will live on within those of us that learned from him!

Steve G

[Anita]

From Linda Adams 10 hours ago~~

Yes
There is a viewing tonight and a service tomorrow. This is a link to his obituary in the Salt Lake Tribune.
http://www.legacy.com/obituaries/sal...&pid=153751420

Todd Adams 1950 ~ 2011
Todd Adams passed away at the age of 61 on September 19, 2011 surrounded by his family. He was born on June 29, 1950 in Salt Lake City, Utah to Homer R. and LaGrace G. Adams.
Todd married his high school sweetheart Linda Smith on August 5, 1969 in Salt Lake City. They had three children and shared 42 wonderful years together. He enjoyed 4-wheeling, camping, fishing, hunting, boating and spending time with his family. Todd was a very passionate advocate for open access to all land for all users. He was a member and past president of Utah 4-Wheel drive association. Member of Utah OHV Council and belonged to a number of other 4-wheel drive clubs. He was a trail leader for the Red Rock 4-wheelers during Easter Safari; Elephant hill was his favorite.
Todd Retired from Ryder Truck after 29 years and worked for Mack-Volvo Trucks for the past 5 years as a Technician Trainer, a job he loved.
Todd is survived by his loving wife, Linda; three children, Traci Brockmeier (Scott), J.R. Adams and Megan Adams; three grandchildren, Miranda and Devin Brockmeier and Perrin Adams; brother David Adams; many nieces and nephews, and also his multitude of friends. He was preceded in death by his parents, a niece and two of her children.
Services will be held Friday, September 23 at 11:00 a.m. at Larkin Sunset Gardens, 1950 East 10600 South. Friends may call Thursday from 6-8 p.m. at Larkin Sunset Lawn, 2350 East 1300 South and again Friday morning one hour prior to the services at Larkin Sunset Gardens. Interment at Larkin Sunset Gardens Cemetery. In lieu of flowers donations may be made in Todd's name to any Wells Fargo Bank Branch. Online condolences at larkincares.com".

[taylorRichie]

Happy Trails, Todd...

:'(

I can't believe I didn't hear about this.

Todd was my first Spotter ever, and then led Zeuss and I up American Fork Canyon to Forest Lake. Which was my second time wheeling. You can see me in the top left of Zeus's Picture, along with Brittany.)

He bailed me out when I cross threaded my Tie Rods. He had me take it down to his school (where he was Lead Instructor over the Heavy Truck program at DATC, If I'm not mistaken). He hand filed and fixed my threads, showed me a few tricks to prevent it from happening again, and to fix it when/if it does.

I posted on here once about spare tires, and my need for a full-sized one. I got a call from Todd, He gave me a full set of Vehicross wheels and tires (16") There wasn't much tread left, but plenty as a spare. He wouldn't let me pay him anything, and said the only requirement was that I take all 4.

I'm totally bummed. Lynda and Todd are some of the nicest people I've ever met, and he will truly be missed.

[lasturbo]

Condolences to the Adams Family. RIP

[JoFotoz]

X2..

I don't check in on this Forum very much but I stopped by for the group hug.

Todd taught many of us not only how to wheel the Isuzus in Moab but also taught us the Moab Tread Lightly way.

Todd will live on within those of us that learned from him!

Steve G

.....well said.

Jo