SACO — Bernard “Bing” Adams, 85, of Saco, passed away on June 29, 2014 at Maine Medical Center in Portland.

Bernard was born in Pittsfield, New Hampshire on April 26, 1929, a son of James and Bessie (Wilson) Adams.

He was educated in the local schools.

Following high school, he enlisted in the United States Army, during the Korean Conflict. He received several medals for his service, including three Bronze Stars for participation in three battle campaigns.

Bernard was employed as a machinist in the shoe manufacturing industry for several years, most recently at Nike shoe. After the decline of local shoe manufacturing, he was employed at Saco and Biddeford Water, retiring

in 1994.

Bernard liked hunting, fishing and being outdoors. He enjoyed his daily visits to the pier in Camp Ellis for many years, with his favorite dog, King. He will be best remembered as a loving husband, step-father and grandfather.

Bernard was preceded in death by: three brothers; and one sister.

He is survived by: his loving wife of 28 years, Joan Adams of Saco.

He is also survived by: three step-sons, Mark Lodge and his wife Shirley of Lyman, Kirk Lodge of San Diego, California and Brad Lodge and his wife Lori of Lyman; five grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews.

Private services will be held for the family. Arrangements are by Cote Funeral Home, Saco. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to DAV, P.O. Box 14301, Cincinnati, OH 45250-0301. To sign the online guestbook or to send a condolences, visit www.cotefuneralhome.com.