McAdams, Paul, K., Sr., 71, of Silver Spring Avenue, died peacefully on October 17, 2015 surrounded by his loving family. He was the beloved husband of Kathryn A. (McLean) McAdams.

Born in Providence, a son of the late Thomas F. and Mary G. (Ryan) McAdams, he lived in East Providence for many years.

Mr. McAdams was a Terminal-Yardman at the Hudson Asphalt Plant for 16 years.

Paul was a communicant of St. Martha’s Church and enjoyed spending time with his loving family.

Besides his wife of 52 years, he is survived by two sons, Paul K. McAdams Jr. of Riverside and Michael F. McAdams of West Warwick; seven grandchildren and two step-grandchildren. He was the brother of the late Mary Ricci, Lillian Hudson, Dolores Foster, John McAdams and Thomas F. McAdams Jr.

His funeral will be held on Thursday October 22, 2015 from the W. RAYMOND WATSON FUNERAL HOME, 350 Willett Avenue, Riverside at 8:30 a.m. with a Mass of Christian Burial in St. Martha’s Church, Pawtucket Avenue, East Providence at 10 a.m. Calling hours are Wednesday 5-8 p.m.

Flowers are respectfully omitted. Contributions in Paul’s memory to the RISPCA, 186 Amaral Street, Riverside, RI, 02915 would be deeply appreciated.