On July 26, 1966, in San Diego, CA, Robert Lee Adams began his life journey. Born to Estelle May Harrington and raised by Clarence Lee Harrington (Pops), Robert was known to his friends and associates as Young Rob or The Young One and was called Bobby by his Family. Rob was the 6th of 8 children; Billy, Terry, Betty, Diane, Hicks, Rome, and Kaeisha.
Robert attended Logan Elementary, Memorial Junior High, and San Diego High School. A hard and dedicated worker, he would say, “When you have a lot of work to do, don’t take breaks or you’ll be here all day.” Young Rob worked at the car wash for many years, where he could always be found if you needed a hand. Later on, he found employment as a laborer for Ecco.
Young Rob was a generous and giving person, always willing to share what he had, whether that be a few dollars, a spot on the couch, or some good advice. Another thing he would do is give it to you real. Don’t ask him if you did not want to hear the truth. Rob was always a sharp dresser, preferring Stacy Adams over Chuck Taylor’s, Baggies over Dickies, and the finger waves over the jerry curls. Let’s not forget the Godfathers. It’ll be 79 degrees out and he would pop up in a suit and tie.
In his leisure time, Rob was an avid sports fan who would spend the afternoon surfing the different games. Always repping Dago, but he would never bet on them Chargers. He wasn’t the social butterfly, but you could always count on him to make an appearance with Baby Hiccs in tow. They were as close as two brothers could be. They might argue and fuss with each other because you know, Rob knows everything and is always right, but let someone else try it. We’re especially sorry for your loss Baby Hiccs.
On April 22, 2024, we lost a real one, The Young One.
Now we all must accept this and move on, just like we know he would want us to do, like we should do. We can go out and enjoy our time here, and know he’ll be waiting along with all our families and friends that went ahead of us. Pops, Rome, Keba, Kenyon, and Alex, you all got your hands full now.
As for all of us he left behind; Moma (Stella Harrington), Billy Boy, Terry, Betty, Diane, Baby Hiccs, Kaeisha, and Richard, all those nieces and nephews, and a huge clan of friends, associates, and homies (that have been a family of its own), we all will miss and
remember you. See you later, gone!!!
