Bob Adamski

Mr. Robert E. “Bob” Adamski, 94, of Hartwell, passed away peacefully Wednesday, October 28, 2026, at the Rainey Hospice House in Anderson SC.

Born on January 31, 1932, in Philadelphia PA, he was the son of the late Aloysius J. Adamski and Dorothy Szymokwiak Adamski. Mr. Adamski retired after 24 years of service from the U. S. Navy and was a veteran of the Korean and Vietnam Wars.

After retiring from the Navy and moving to Hartwell, Mr. Adamski chaperoned and helped with mentally challenged men in Hart Co. Mr. Adamski was very active in the Boys Scouts for many years, where served as Scout Master of Troop 33, he also received several awards during those years. He was also a member of the Sacred Heart of Jesus Catholic Church.

Survivors include his two sons: Jeff Adamski of Hartwell and Chuck Adamski (Jill) of Royston; his daughter: Stephanie Gray of Hartwell; six grandchildren: Jessica Gray, Valarie Adamski, Caleb Adamski, Cruz Wilson, Carloyn Wilson and Eden Nesbitt; seven great-grandchildren: Marley Beltran, Archer Beltran, Vera Wilson, Cohen Wilson, Harlan Wilson, Millie Wilson and Brooklin Nesbitt.

Mr. Adamski was preceded in death by his parents; wife: Susan Neese Adamski and a grandson: Matthew Gray.

The family will receive friends Tuesday, November 3, 2026, from 1:00 to 2:00 p.m. at the Strickland Funeral Home of Hartwell. Other times the family will be at their respective homes.

A Memorial Service for Mr. Bob Adamski will be Tuesday, November 3, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. in the Chapel of the Strickland Funeral Home of Hartwell with Father Tran John Pham officiating. Military honors provided by the U. S. Navy will follow the service

The Strickland Funeral Home and Cremation Services of Hartwell is assisting the family with all of the arrangements.