Dwight C. Adams

A Celebration Of Life is scheduled for Dwight C. Adams, of Palatine, on January 5, 2018 from 4:00 until 6:00 p.m. at Ditka’s Trackside, 2000 W. Euclid Ave, Arlington Heights.  All are welcome to attend.

Dwight passed away surrounded by family on December 13, 2017 after a battle with cancer.

He is the beloved husband of Diane, father of four children: Elisa Adams, David Adams (Allison), Jennifer Kennedy (Christopher), and Amy Ellingson (Eric, and grandfather of ten: Max, Delaney, Dylann, Brandon, Zachary, Sean, Teagan, Noa, Emma, and Talia.

Born May 27, 1943 in Florida, Dwight lived his life in the Chicago area.  He was a highly respected attorney for fifty years helping thousands of clients.  He played football at Hanover College (IN) and graduated near the top of his class from Chicago-Kent College of Law.  He enjoyed his grandchildren, happily cheering for them at numerous sporting events, graduations and birthdays and vacationing with them at his home in Marco Island, FL.  He loved horse racing, owning several race horses during his life.  

Dwight will be remembered by friends and family for his good nature, love of life, and dedication to family and work.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in his name to Pro Bono Network (legal aid) at www.pro-bono-network.org or P.O. Box 469, Oak Park, IL 60303.