We mourn the loss of Jake Adams

[Sean Clark]

So sad.

 

[homer1475]

Big hit to the community for sure. Will miss his informative video's.

 

[Maximitsurugi]

Can’t believe this. Jake, I use your Bali dive videos as reefing screensaver on my TV when the reef buddies come over to talk shop. I’ve learned so much. I am now only half a reef heathen because of you. We now know that it is Blasphemy to just say Bali Green Slimer. One must say “Acropora Yongei” lol.

We are better at what we do because of who you were and what you gave. A coral is never just a pretty thing in the tank anymore after knowing you bro. It has history, lineage and an identity. I know you will be looking down from heaven, cringing, each time we fling wacky names on stuff Lol . We‘ll miss you buddy.

Reef In Peace.

 

[Lolleo]

Rest In Peace.

 

[Wyz1981]

I’ve been informed that the family knows and now we here at R2R are able to mourn together the tragic news that the reefing community has lost Jake Adams of ReefBuilders.

I’m at a loss for words as Jake was a very good friend to my family and the R2R community. I had tremendous respect for him and his work and he will be sorely missed.

Prayer for his precious wife and family.

We love you Jake, Rest In Peace.

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I’ve been informed that the family knows and now we here at R2R are able to mourn together the tragic news that the reefing community has lost Jake Adams of ReefBuilders.

I’m at a loss for words as Jake was a very good friend to my family and the R2R community. I had tremendous respect for him and his work and he will be sorely missed.

Prayer for his precious wife and family.

We love you Jake, Rest In Peace.

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So sad, what a great guy and mentor to many

 

[MD51]

Prayers Sent to his Family & Friends

Rest In Paradise Sir

 

[Mrod]

Condolences to the family.

Jake dedicated so much time and information to help others and will surely be missed and not forgotten.

 

[subaru watxher]

Thankyou for everything you contributed to this hobby Jake.

Rest In Peace.

 

[dreamscape]

Broke my heart hearing about this. We really lost one of the greatest advocates of our hobby. I remember him so proud of his collection of nostalgic toys and old reefing gear.

 

[Darklad]

My condolences to all of his family and friends.
Rest in Peace

 

[BetterJake]

RIP Jake. Very saddened by this news.

 

[ryans_reeftank]

Me too! Their channel was the first YouTube channel to get me to actually subscribe. Really enjoyed listening to their differing perspectives and experiences.

I just opened my Facebook during lunch at work and saw the news—still can’t believe it. A young, otherwise healthy person on a plane makes me think it had to be a massive pulmonary embolism. Such a shame…

I hope all the big vendors get together and pick a piece fitting for such a legend with the input of his close friends and family. That would be a truly cool tribute.

Honestly, if you listen to his stuff he hated the name game and the hype. He had a love for science and bringing a piece of the ocean into his studio. If you really want to help preserve his legacy then a Marine Biologist should name a newly discovered coral after him. That scientific name will be preserved forever.

 

[firechild]

Honestly, if you listen to his stuff he hated the name game and the hype. He had a love for science and bringing a piece of the ocean into his studio. If you really want to help preserve his legacy then a Marine Biologist should name a newly discovered coral after him. That scientific name will be preserved forever.

I know someone that may be able to do just that. I'll pass on the suggestion.

 

[markbluereef]

I’ve been informed that the family knows and now we here at R2R are able to mourn together the tragic news that the reefing community has lost Jake Adams of ReefBuilders.

I’m at a loss for words as Jake was a very good friend to my family and the R2R community. I had tremendous respect for him and his work and he will be sorely missed.

Prayer for his precious wife and family.

We love you Jake, Rest In Peace.

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Shocking news. Such an inspiration and passionate towards the sea and corals

 

[MiamiAG]

He was an avid aquarist and although he is mostly known for his contributions to reefing, he was also involved with the freshwater planted tanks and aquascapes. I had the honor to drive him around in one of the AGA conventions in Florida many years ago.

Rest in peace, Jake.

 

[Genomecop]

He died on a plane?
Reddit is reporting he died on a plane trip to Bali.

 

[shakacuz]

what a massive loss to the community

 

[ryans_reeftank]

I know someone that may be able to do just that. I'll pass on the suggestion.

If it’s a coral that could make it into home aquariums that would be perfect for his memory.

 

[chimbo84]

This is a massive loss to the community and a sad day. I will miss Jake’s enthusiasm and encyclopedic knowledge of all things reefing. My thoughts and prayers for him and his family. May he rest in peace.

 

[A Young reefer]

Honestly, if you listen to his stuff he hated the name game and the hype. He had a love for science and bringing a piece of the ocean into his studio. If you really want to help preserve his legacy then a Marine Biologist should name a newly discovered coral after him. That scientific name will be preserved forever.

it definitely should be some sort of deep water acro, "Dragons" as he called them.