Steven M Adams , VRHS Class of 1989
Steven Michael Adams of Island Heights, NJ passed suddenly at 52 years of age, on Saturday, June 1, 2024. Originally from Rensselaer, NY, Steve has been a resident of the New Jersey Shore Area for more than 30 years. Those who knew Steve were lucky to have experienced his flare for life, boisterous personality, affectionate smile and contagious laugh. Steve most recently found his place managing The Wine Outlet in the Town of Brick, NJ where he successfully ran one of the largest stores on The Shore. A longtime, diehard fan of the Miami Dolphins, Steve looked forward to watching games with his loving son Nicholas Adams. His enthusiasm for the Dolphins was matched by his affection for fast cars and his "need for speed". He also loved sharing his life with fiancé Stacy Murray and their pet dog Charlie. Steve's longtime friend and Nicholas' mother, Maria Delia has continued to also be in Steve's life since his move to The Jersey Shore Area. Steve is also survived by his mother, Lisa Lucas, his father, Jeff Adams. brothers Jeff Adams (Kathleen), Chris Secor (Michelle), sister Tia Marko (George) and his nieces Kayla McHugh (John), Samantha and Charleigh Marko and Emily Secor, nephews Chris and Alex Adams, Dorian and Braeden Marko and Tyler Secor and Great Nieces Mia McHugh and Mia Walton. He is also survived by several cousins as well as many friends and co-workers.