Police officers across Texas attended a memorial service on Tuesday honoring a fallen brother in blue.
Texas Department of Public Safety Trooper Jerry Wayne Adamick Jr. died in a crash on September 15, as The Dallas Express reported. Friends, family, and police from across the region gathered in Huntsville on September 23 to honor his legacy.
The memorial service began at 10 a.m. at Northside Baptist Church. Police officers, sheriff’s deputies, and state troopers filled the room.
Texas DPS Sgt. Gary Wright – Adamick’s immediate supervisor – remembered working alongside the fallen trooper.
“He loved working the road and helping others,” Wright said. “Always available for questions, and he was the first person en route when they needed help.”
The 44-year-old Adamick served with the Army for more than 20 years, working several tours overseas, as The Dallas Express previously reported. Afterward, he joined the Texas DPS as a member of Class A-2024.
Adamick received the Veterans National Defense Award in June 2024.
“Most probationary troopers did not have 21 years of military experience when they reported,” Wright said. “Jerry was meticulous; he caught on quickly. If he made a mistake, he didn’t make it twice.”
Adamick was released to work independently in February 2025. Wright said he never fell behind on reports and said he attained the rank of Trooper I.
“Trooper Jerry Adamick had a servant’s heart and spent his lifetime helping others,” Wright said. “I am honored to call him a friend.”
Adamick left behind his wife, Roxanne, and five adult children.
His eldest daughter remembered how much he cared about the family. “He always made sure we sat down together to discuss our days,” she said. “If the kids asked for the moon, he’d make sure that it happened, no matter the cost.”
She said Adamick was always proud of his role and loved spending time with “the grandbabies.”
“Thank you for all the memories, thank you for taking care of our momma, and showing her how worthy she is of the life and the happiness you provided her,” she said. “Thank you for everything, and we love you so much.”
Another one of Adamick’s daughters spoke, remembering his love for the Dallas Cowboys.
“He always seemed to be trying to build his own Cowboys team with all of us kids,” she said.
The family was always outspoken about its beliefs – Adamick included, according to his daughter.
“He was always willing to stand up for what he believed in and wasn’t shy to express his feelings,” she said. Adamick could also make someone “laugh in an instant,” according to his daughter. She called him brave and funny.
“As we reflect on these memories today, I hope we all find the comfort and love he shared with us,” she said, “and the laughter he’ll carry with us in our hearts.”