Brian Fillmore Adams

North Augusta, SC – Private Services for Brian Fillmore Adams, 75, who entered into rest at his home on October 11, 2024, will be held at a later date. Dr. Adams was born September 30, 1949, in Southampton, NY, to the late Carroll and Phyllis Adams. He grew up in Amagansett, NY, where he was the 13th generation to live in the area. He attended the University of Buffalo where he received a degree in education. Soon after graduating, he and his wife moved to Florida where he began his career as a first and fifth grade teacher. In 1987, he graduated with his Doctorate in Education from Nova Southeastern University. Dr. Adams served the Manatee County Florida School Board for 30 years, first as a teacher and then as a School Administrator. Upon retirement he changed course and began a new career as an owner and innkeeper at Buffalo Tavern Bed and Breakfast in West Jefferson, North Carolina where he was known affectionately as Doc. He became an iconic figure in the area. During his 11 years of living in the mountains, he participated in several plays, spent time on volunteer activities, worked with the chamber in the area, and made many friends. After his stint at the bed and breakfast, Doc moved to North Augusta where he became known as Pop Pop, the name that his grandchildren called him. He lived near one of his daughters and her family, which was a blessing for everyone. He also made many trips to Florida to spend time with his other daughter and her family over the years. In 2018, Dr. Adams fully grasped the good news of the gospel and accepted Christ as his Lord and Savior. He was baptized on his birthday that year at Newspring Church in Aiken, SC. Dr. Adams was also a private pilot, earning his license once as a young man, and again as a husband and father. In addition, he was a published author ("INN LOVE: An Introduction to the Bed and Breakfast Business for Aspiring Innkeepers: This former innkeeper from North Carolina outlines useful suggestions and manageable ideas for aspiring innkeepers"). He loved traveling, especially cruising, and eventually started working as a cruise consultant so he could help others love cruising too. He was an amazing encourager, wonderful storyteller, faithful friend, and exceptional dad and grandfather. He will be missed by many. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brothers Ronnie Adams and Larry Adams. Survivors include his daughters, Rachel Scherwin (Jeff) and Amanda McKee (Chuck); grandchildren, Lia Scherwin, Jemma Scherwin, Ellie McKee and Ethan McKee. Memorials may be made to: Pulmonary Hypertension Association, https://phassociation.org/donate/

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Brian Fillmore Adams

September 30, 1949 - October 11, 2024