Corine Eyette Adams was born in Columbia, Louisiana on December 12, 1920. Adams, her mother Dena Mae, and her son Percy Sr, moved to Seattle in the 1940’s which was her permanent home for over 60 years. Adams was well traveled and lived in several places: such as Arizona and Alaska just to name a few. She made beautiful jewelry and was a domestic worker for a wonderful family whom she discussed often.
Adams accepted her lord and savior at a young age. She was long standing member of First AME Church. Her favorite thing to do was to be around family and friends. Adams loved collecting bells and doves. Adams and her son were famous for their cooking. Her favorite holiday was Thanksgiving, her door was always open to anyone. Adams cooked Thanksgiving dinner until the age of 84 upon which she handed it over to her granddaughter, Renee’. Adams shot from the hip, she never held her tongue, we might not of like what she had to say, but we always knew it came from love.
Adams passed away on February 4, 2019, she was 98 years old at the time of her death. She lived a happy and fulfilled life. She often told her family she very few regrets.
Adams was preceded in death by her mother Dena Mae Darris, step-father Claude Darris, son Percy Williams Sr., sister Charlie Neal-Newman, niece Stella Marie Washington, brother Jimmie Carter, great-nephew Jessie Tass Washington, Carols Dennis and granddaughter and namesake Corine Eyette Washington.
She leaves behind to cherish her memory 5 grandchildren Percy Williams, Jr., Jimmy Williams, Sr, Renee’, Tracey Williams and Neena Banks. Their spouses G G Williams, Anita Williams, and Anthony Allen. 14 great grandchildren Porchia, Paige, Percy III, Junika, Jimmy Jr., Josphe, Danielle, Katherine, Elton Jr., C’Ajah, Craig Jr.,Gerald, Im’unique’,and Nathan. She also leaves behind 6 great-great grandchildren Persia, Calvin Jr., Juniyah, Saniyah, Carter, Fatiyah, nephews Robert, great nephews Tony, Gregory, Great-greats Tony Jr, Latia, Manico Carlos Jr, Deandrea, Denzel, Alazia, Lai’Lani, Bentley. and a host of family and friends.
Arrangements: Private for family on Weds., Feb. 13 from 12:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. at Evergreen-Washelli. A public service will be held on Fri., Feb. 15 at 10 am at Evergreen-Washelli 11111 Aurora Ave N. Seattle WA 98133.
