Jerry Lee McAdow Jr., 65, passed away from illness on October 21, 2012. Jerry “Lee” was born in Burlington, WA, February 12, 1947.
Jerry was a lifelong resident of Skagit County, attending school in Sedro Woolley. He worked at Art’s Auto Wrecking most of his adult life becoming owner in 2011 after the passing of his parents. Jerry “Lee” was a generous caring man who helped people throughout his years at Art’s, giving them parts, tires, gas, money & even cars when they needed help. He worked hard & loved his family & friends.
Jerry is survived by his wife, Angela McAdow; sister, Pam (Jim) Robinson of Sedro Woolley, daughters, Nancy McAdow of Everett, WA, Cindy (Mike) Perry, Crissy (Brandon) Dills, and Angel McAdow; stepson, Dustin Smith, all of Sedro Woolley, WA; ten grandchildren; one great-grandchild; many aunts, uncles and cousins.
Jerry was preceded in death by his parents, Jerry Lee McAdow Sr., Art and Lois Hillestead, his daughter, Amber McAdow & stepdaughter Valerie Smith.
Jerry Lee is loved and will be greatly missed by his family & friends. He knew the Lord and is with him free from pain, alive & healthy. He will always be alive in our hearts.
Funeral Services will be held at 2:00 PM, Friday, October 26, 2012, at Lemley Chapel, with Pastor George Watkins officiating. A Graveside Committal will follow at Union Cemetery, Sedro-Woolley. A time of visitation will be available on Wednesday and Thursday, from 9:00 to 5:00 at Lemley Chapel.
I just learned of this today,as I stopped by the yard to look around,was in a total shock,although I only knew Lee and his wonderful wife Angela for maybe 10 years,I thought highly of both,i bought a lot of parts over those years too,he always gave me a good deal,he said he trusted me,and at times would just let me take the parts or pay him later,more than fair with his prices too,he let me come to there beautiful home too,and that it is,Angela showed me her Elvis collection,yahoo!!,there Elvis fans!,me too!,Lee was gonna have another get together with friends and he was gonna invite me,sadly this won’t happen,just super people,so good to know,Lee I’ll miss you.. yes, rest in peace now,Angela be strong,God loves you and will guide you through this, and he’s taking care of Lee,God bless you both,”till we meet again adios”
I knew him as Jerry, my brother-in-law who I affectionately called Clyde(inside funny family story/joke). He was a very kind, generous man with a huge, giving heart. He was a wonderful part of our family for many years and will be greatly missed! He helped me out over the years with a few car parts, repairs, tires and a couple of cars. He also sent someone to rescue me when my car broke down once, years ago. Thank you Jerry for everything, I will miss you! I hope you know how much you were loved by us all. RIP in the arms of Jesus, I am glad that you are now free of pain. See you on the other side.
I love & miss you so much.
So sorry to hear of Lee’s passing, my grandfather worked many years at the wrecking yard before retiring and I knew Lee thru Art and Lois as a child I spent time there, he always had a smile for everyone.. May he rest in peace.. Love, Thoughts and prayers to the family
Im sorry for your lose.I played in that wreaking yard with Pam as a kid,and remember her brother well.
I am truely sadend to hear of Lee’s passing. He was definatly an old school kind of guy. Alway’s helping someone, both family, friends, and complete strangers more times than I can count. He and I became friends after I retired a few years ago. I looked forward to going down to Lee’s junkyard at least Once a week for the last several years just to wander around His scrapyard and perhaps find some treasure, or hard to find car part.
Lee would never take My money, though I could certainly afford to pay Him, He would alway’s refuse. In that kind gesture Lee inspired Me to “pay it forward” here in My town of Sedro Woolley, WA.
I’m going to miss him very much!
WELL LEE YOU WILL BE TRULEY MISSED. YOU WERE ALWAYS THERE WHEN I NEED A CAR OR LEND ME ONE UNTIL MINE GOT FIXED,, YOU WERE A GOOD FRIEND TO ME AND MY HUSBAND .. MAY YOU REST IN PEACE LEE. YOU WERE TRULY LOVED BY ALOT OF PEOPLE IN SEDRO-WOOLEY.. MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOUR FAMILY,,
We are vary sorry for your loss. Lee Was a funny and caring man! He will be missed by us and the rest of the towing industry. Are thoughts and prayers go out to his family and friends…
Anacortes Towing
(Matt)
My deepest sympathy to all of you. I know the pain of losing someone you love and how it is to hurt because you miss him but still rejoice because you know he’s with Jesus in heaven. I’m praying for you.
WE ARE VERY SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS. I REMEMBER WHEN LEE AND PAM WHERE LITTLE AND BILL AND I TOOK CARE OF THEM. PAM HAS NEVER LET ME LIVE DOWN FOR MAKING PASTE GRAVY. OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH ALL OF YOU. BYE FOR NOW AND REST IN PEACE LEE.
To Lee’s family. I was so sorry to hear he had passed. I knew Lee most of my life and was very close to Art and Lois , They gave me many parts for my car’s when I was a teenager. The wrecking yard just will never be the same. Iwas so used to stopping by and talking to Lee in the last few years. He will be greatly missed. My thoughts and prayers are with the family