Funeral Services for Hershel Eugene Adey, Age 89 of Licking, Missouri will take place on Monday, December 29th, 2025 at The Fox Funeral Home, Licking Missouri, beginning at 2:00 PM. Visitation will take place at The Funeral Home beginning at Noon and lasting till service time.
Hershel Eugene Adey, age 89, was born at Arthur’s Creek on September 13, 1936, to Hazel Marie (Jordan) Adey and Marvin Conway Adey. He passed away peacefully at his home, surrounded by his beloved family, on December 19, 2025.
Hershel was preceded in death by his parents; his sister, Carla Faye Adey; and his brother, Marvin Dewayne Adey.
A man who found joy in simple pleasures and honest work, Hershel enjoyed hunting, playing cards, horseshoes, and bowling. He had a deep appreciation for the land and took great pride in raising horses and cattle. Many cherished memories were made in the fur shed, on the river, and in the woods—memories later shared, laughed over, and relived around the card table. These moments, along with his 40-year career at Rawlings, led to the formation of countless lasting friendships. His quiet strength, steady presence, and deep love for his family will be fondly remembered by all who knew him.
He is survived by his devoted wife, Juanita Marie (Wyble) Adey; his son, Randy Eugene Adey, and wife Theresa; his grandchildren, Lucas Eugene Adey and wife Ashley, and Amanda Marie (Adey) Floyd and husband Jake; and his cherished great-grandchildren, Addison Lynn Floyd, Conway Michael Adey, Jocie AnnMarie Floyd, Trapper Austin Adey, Sayge Ilene Adey, Hinley Irmalee Floyd, and Timber May Adey.
