Luke Robert Adams

Luke Robert Adams, age 22, passed away on Saturday, February 16, 2025. Luke was born on December 17, 2002, in Columbus Ohio. Luke attended Upper Arlington City Schools and In Balance Academy where he was an excellent student, athlete, and mentor. 

Luke was charismatic and a born leader. Tenacious on any court or field he entered. More importantly, he was an extremely loyal friend and had great empathy for others’ struggles. Luke was passionate about music. He loved playing basketball with friends and was a great fan of the Ohio State Buckeyes, Cleveland Cavaliers, and Cleveland Browns. He loved playing video games online with his brothers and many friends. 

Luke is preceded in death by his grandparents Karen Adams and Amy & Cecil Karr. Luke will be deeply missed by his loving parents Tim and Darlene Adams; Grandfather Robert Adams; brothers Christopher (Kaitie) Cline, Kyle (Lexie) Cline; sisters Katherine (Bo) Zink, Elizabeth Adams, and Gabrielle Adams; nieces Olivia and Brenlyn; nephews James and Cooper; the love of his life Bella Faillace and pup Zoey; many aunts, uncles, cousins including Kay & Tom Burns and Jennifer & Henry Swanson. Luke had many friends in Columbus and across the country. He so cherished all his relationships. 

A Catholic Mass will be held at 10:30am on Saturday, March 15, 2025, at Saint Brendan, Hilliard, OH, followed by an informal luncheon. 

In lieu of flowers, please consider honoring Luke’s memory by donating to your local animal shelter or animal rescue.