The Birmingham, Alabama, and Marietta, Georgia, communities are united in profound grief following the tragic and untimely passing of Grace Adams, a young and dedicated Emergency Room Registered Nurse at UAB Medicine. Grace, who passed away unexpectedly, leaves behind a legacy of compassion, service, and resilience that touched the lives of patients, coworkers, and loved ones alike.
Grace Adams began her career at UAB Medicine on July 3, 2023, stepping into the challenging world of emergency medicine with courage, compassion, and unwavering commitment. Though her tenure in the ER was brief, her impact was lasting. She became a trusted teammate, a steady hand in crises, and a source of comfort for patients in their most vulnerable moments. Her presence in the emergency room brought calm to chaos — a true reflection of her inner strength and heart for healing.
Born and raised in Marietta, Georgia, Grace was a proud graduate of Joseph Wheeler High School. Her path in life was always guided by a strong desire to help others, a passion that led her to pursue nursing at the University of Alabama at Birmingham. At UAB, she not only excelled academically but also formed deep bonds with classmates and mentors who would become lifelong friends and colleagues. Her vibrant personality, coupled with a fierce work ethic, quickly set her apart as both a student and a future leader in the field of medicine.
Grace was more than just a nurse — she was a daughter, a friend, a mentor, and a light to all who knew her. Her mother, Ellen Pruit Adams, remembers her as a kind-hearted, intelligent, and joyful soul who always led with empathy and purpose. Grace had a natural gift for connecting with others. Whether through a simple gesture of kindness or her ability to remain composed under pressure, she consistently put others before herself.
Those who knew Grace describe her as someone who always showed up — for her patients, for her team, and for her friends. She brought warmth and laughter to any room, never hesitating to lend a listening ear or an encouraging word. Her love for animals, deep loyalty to family, and quiet acts of service were just a few of the many ways she gave of herself every day.
The cause of Grace Adams’ death has not been publicly disclosed, and out of respect, her family has asked for privacy as they endure this tremendous loss. What remains clear is the heartbreak felt by all who were touched by her presence — and the immeasurable void her passing has left behind.
Colleagues at UAB Medicine, as well as members of the regional nursing and healthcare community, have expressed their deepest condolences, sharing stories of her strength, her kindness, and the way she inspired others through her work. Plans for tributes and memorials are underway to honor the difference she made, even in the short time she was with them.
Grace’s death is a sobering reminder of the fragility of life, but her legacy stands strong. In every patient she comforted, every life she helped save, and every person she uplifted, Grace left her mark. She lived her life with purpose, fueled by a calling to heal — and in doing so, she touched more lives than she likely ever realized.
As we remember Grace Adams, we honor not only the nurse she was but the extraordinary woman behind the scrubs — someone who gave her all to this world and who will be deeply, eternally missed. May her memory live on in every act of kindness, every life saved, and every aspiring nurse who follows in her footsteps.
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