1931

Alma Lee Mack was born on 24 Nov 1931 in Kershaw, South Carolina, USA a child of Miller Mack and Minnie Curdies Gaither Mack.

1940

Alma Mack was counted in the census on 10 May 1940 in Camden, Kershaw, South Carolina, USA, as a 7-year-old, female, single, black or African American, daughter. Also in the home were, her father, Miller Mack; her mother, Curtis Mack; and her siblings, Ratchel Mack, Ethel Mack, Mary Mack, and Rosa Mack.

2021

On September 3, 2021, Alma Adams was mentioned as a living sister in the obituary of Rachel Mae Gooden.

2025

She died on 14 Nov 2025. She was buried on 22 Nov 2025 in Cassatt, Kershaw, South Carolina, USA at Canty Hill Baptist Church Cemetery. 

Alma Lee Adams Obituary

It is with profound sadness and deep affection that we announce the passing of Alma Lee Adams, who left us peacefully on the 14th of November, 2025, just shy of her 94th birthday. Alma was born on November 24, 1931, in Kershaw County, South Carolina, a place she held dear in her heart throughout her life. 

Alma was the epitome of warmth, love, and care. As a devoted homemaker, she found her greatest joy in nurturing her family and creating a home filled with love. She was a foster parent for 35 years. Her love for children was unmatched, and her home was always open for family, friends, and anyone in need of care. Alma’s skills in the kitchen were legendary, and her delightful home-cooked meals brought together people from all walks of life. Her collard greens, in particular, were a special delight. Her hobbies extended beyond the kitchen, as she loved fishing and tending to her garden, where her collard greens grew in abundance. 

A woman of strong faith, Alma was a faithful member of Cantey Hill Baptist Church in Cassatt. Her belief in the Lord was unshakeable and provided her with strength and solace.

She has left behind her loving children, Lelia Mae Belton (Rev. J.R. Belton) of Cassatt, John Adams (Ruth Reynolds) of Camden, Carl Adams (Mary Adams) of Barnwell, S.C., Richard Adams (Shirley Adams) of Clarksville, Tenn., and Rachel Forman (Willie Forman) of Cassatt; sons-in-law, Edward Stover and Rev. Bennie Lee; sister, Rosa Lee; 23 grandchildren; and a host of great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren.  She was preceded in death by her parents, Miller Mack and Minnie Curtis Gather Mack; husband, Leroy Adams; daughters, Patricia Lee and Selvilla Stover; and sisters, Rachel Gooden, Mary Tucker, and Ethel Tucker.

The family will receive friends Friday, November 21, 2025 from 3:00-5:00 p.m. at Funeral Home, 832 Ridgeway Road, Lugoff, South Carolina, 29078. The funeral service will take place on Saturday, November 22, 2025 at 11:00 am at Cantey Hill Baptist Church, Cantey Hill Road, Cassatt, South Carolina, 29032 with burial to follow in the church cemetery.

The family extends a heartfelt thanks to Mrs. Edna Drakeford for her loving care provided to Mrs. Alma and also to MUSC Hospice for their love and support.

Visitation

Friday, November 21, 2025
3:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Powers Funeral Home
832 Ridgeway Rd
Lugoff, SC 29078

Funeral Service

Saturday, November 22, 2025
11:00 am
Canty Hill Baptist Church
2200 Canty Hill Road
Cassatt, SC 29032