Oops, we were unable to send the email. He arrived in the Major Leagues with the Reds, and split time at first base with established slugger Ted Kluszewski during the 1950 season. Adcock was often overshadowed both by his own teammates Aaron and Eddie Mathews, and by the other slugging first basemen in the league, Kluszewski and Gil Hodges, although he did make one All-Star team (1960) and was regularly among the league leaders in home runs. The catcher quickly returned the ball to Amaro. 2141 Obituaries. However, in 1957, when the Braves won the World Series; in 1958, when they won the National League pennant; and 1959, when they lost the pennant in a play-off series with the Los Angeles Dodgers, Mr. Adcock had off-years because of injuries. All photos appear on this tab and here you can update the sort order of photos on memorials you manage. In Mr. Adcock's second appearance at the plate, pitcher Clem Labine ran the count to 2-0, then hit Mr. Adcock in the head with a pitch. Celebrate the life of Joe Adcock, leave a kind word or memory and get funeral service information care of McEwen Funeral Service-Pineville Chapel. Use the links under See more to quickly search for other people with the same last name in the same cemetery, city, county, etc. https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/6378447/joe-wilbur-adcock. He managed the Indians in 1967. Joseph Adcock Obituary (1920 - 2011) - Monroe, NC - The Express Times Mr. Adcock passed him on the base paths. Joe D. Adcock, age 43, of Rose Bud, Arkansas, passed away at his home on Thursday, April 22, 2010. Joe will be cherished in our hearts as a friend who was always there for you no matter what and asked for little in return. We are sad to announce that on December 24, 2021, Joseph Wilfred Adcock (Creedmoor, North Carolina) passed away. Grief researchers say holding that missing funeral service, even a year or more later, can still help us heal. Billy Joe Jeanes, age 92, of Mansfield, Texas passed March 31, 2023, in Mansfield, Texas. Mr. Adcock hit four home runs that day--a record equaled by only nine other players. The Obit For Joe Adcock. Emily and Roger, I heard about Joe and my thoughts and prayers go out to you. He played in Major League Baseball as a first baseman from 1950 to 1966, most prominently as a member of the Milwaukee Braves teams that won two consecutive National League pennants and won the 1957 World Series. Joe was a good friend I wish I would've spent more time with Joe because he showed how to love and care. Add to your scrapbook. As I thought about Joe this past week, Galatians 6:9-10 kept coming to mind. Joe Adcock - Society for American Baseball Research Prepare a personalized obituary for someone you loved.. Echovita offers a solidarity program that gives back the funds generated to families. The following day, again playing "The Bums," Mr. Adcock ripped a double on his first at-bat. Pitcher Sal Maglie said of Adcock, "Pitch Adcock close and then low and away and he'll never hit."[9]. Stevie Adams - 1978. I send my thoughts and prayers to his family. After a huddle, it was declared that Mr. Adcock was out for passing Aaron on the base path, but would be credited with a double. [4][11][12] He is buried in Social Springs cemetery in Red River parish, 15 miles (24km) from Coushatta. CANDLE HAS BEEN LIT CANDLES HAVE BEEN LIT, We are reviewing your submission. Private family burial. But in a fifth at-bat, Mr. Adcock doubled, for a total of 18 total bases in one game--a record that still stands. Joseph Wilfred Adcock Obituary (2021) | Creedmoor, NC - Echovita With the perfect game gone and first base open, the Pirates gave an intentional walk to Hank Aaron to set up a possible double play. Try again. The Dignity Memorial brand name is used to identify a network of licensed funeral, cremation and cemetery providers that include affiliates of Service Corporation International, 1929 Allen Parkway, Houston, Texas. Echovita Inc is a registered trademark. Billy Joe Adcock, 75, of Caraway, Arkansas passed away on December 26, 2021 at NEA Baptist Hospital. He became one of the first players in Major League Baseball history to hit four home runs in one game. He is also survived by nieces, nephews, cousins, family and friends. Your account has been locked for 30 minutes due to too many failed sign in attempts. Wyoming. To view a photo in more detail or edit captions for photos you added, click the photo to open the photo viewer. Adcock hit the first major league home run to land in the center-field bleachers at the Polo Grounds since the park had been reconfigured in 1923, connecting on a 475-foot drive off the Giants' Jim Hearn on April 29, 1953. Joe Adcock - 1975. Gomez, 4 inches shorter and 45 pounds lighter than Adcock, escaped. Let others know about your loved one's death. Joe Adcock Obituary It is with deep sorrow that we announce the death of Joe Adcock of Clifton, Texas, who passed away on December 5, 2022, at the age of 60, leaving to mourn family and friends. Learn more about managing a memorial . My prayers are with you today. I think about giving him a call on the phone and am sad when I realize I cannot do that anymore. Copyright 2023 Echovita Inc. All rights reserved. Joseph Wilbur Adcock (October 30, 1927 - May 3, 1999) was an American professional baseball player and manager. His first season with the Milwaukee Braves was capped by a mammoth home run into the center-field bleachers at the Polo Grounds on April 29, 1953, a feat which had never been done before and would only be accomplished twice more, by Hank Aaron and Lou Brock. He also really enjoyed cooking for his friends and family. Bill Landrum - 1975. Joe was born December 22, 1961 to Harold Lee and Lelia Josephine (Sellers) Adcock. You are only allowed to leave one flower per day for any given memorial. Joseph was born, July 28, 1973, in Lansing, Michigan the son of David and Clarina (Klein) Adcock. 0 cemeteries found in Martin, Red River Parish, Louisiana, USA. 25 Trees, Flowers, or Condolences have been shared with support of Joe's family -. (60 years old). Joe was a loved member of the community who held on to the relationships established in youth, school, work, and church and continued to nurture and value those relationships until the day he died. He attended Peeple's Valley School. Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love. MLB.TV Buy MLB.TV Buy At Bat . Share this memorial using social media sites or email. He is survived by his loving parents, David and Clarina Adcock; brother, Scott (Lisa) Adcock; nephew, Brendan Adcock and special friend, Tracy Welch. Messages run for up to one year and you On June 17, 1956, Adcock hit the only ball to clear the 83-foot-high, left-field roof at Ebbets Field, a homer off Ed Roebuck that sailed out above the 350-foot mark. Joe's Memorial Service is scheduled for Friday, September 6, 2013 at Faith Community Church; 6228 S Carr St Littleton, CO 80123. He was a life-long farmer and he retired from The Bartow County School System after forty-two dedicated years as a school bus driver. 10 Therefore, as we have opportunity, let us do good to all people, especially to those who belong to the family of believers. I believe Joe lived out this passage in his everyday life. Joe Adcock, the Milwaukee Braves' strapping first baseman who put on some of baseball's most remarkable displays of power hitting and broke up the longest no-hit game in major league history,. Include gps location with grave photos where possible. 9 Let us not become weary in doing good, for at the proper time we will reap a harvest if we do not give up. His 18 total bases also set a record that stood until 2002. Giving to charity is a meaningful way to honor someone who has died. [10] Adcock managed two more years in the minor leagues before settling down at his 288-acre (1.2km2) ranch in Coushatta to raise horses. Mr. Adcock was born in Chesterfield County, SC, August 28, 1920 the son of the late Henry M and Fannie Mae Braddock. All Rights Reserved. He is survived by his wife of 66 years, Betty (Kirby) Adcock; 5 children, Karen Tomkovich (Jack) of Huntsville, AL, Vicki Helton of Pineville, NC, Steve Adcock (Lori) of Kathleen, GA, Laurie Gallup (Gerry) of Navarre, FL, and Melina Adcock of Charlotte, NC; his seven beloved grandchildren, Dustin, Meghan, Wesley, Matthew, Ashleigh, Stephanie, and Abigail; 3 great grandchildren, as well as his brother Rufus, and two sisters, Bet and Barbara. Write your message of sympathy today. Authorize the publication of the original written obituary with the accompanying photo. TimesMachine is an exclusive benefit for home delivery and digital subscribers. Bill excelled in everything he did, but his passion was sports and specifically basketball. December 5, 2022 Vermont. Joe Adcock, 71, the towering, power-hitting first baseman on great Milwaukee Braves baseball teams of the 1950s whose remarkable career probably was overshadowed by a series of injuries and by the sheer number of brilliant players on the club, died May 3 at his home in Coushatta, La. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family. He attended St. Gerard Catholic Church where he went to school in his childhood and then graduated from Catholic Central. Send a note, share a story or upload a photo. Joseph W Adcock (1927 - 1999) - Coushatta, LA Consider offering these words of comfort if you're not sure what's appropriate. Obituaries can vary in the amount of information they contain, but many of them are genealogical goldmines, including information such as: names, dates, place of birth and death, marriage information, and family relationships. Adcock established the major league record for total bases, at 18, when he hit four home runs and a double against the Dodgers at Ebbets Field on July 31, 1954. Would you like to offer Joseph Wilfred Adcocks loved ones a condolence message? Note: Price is an estimate based on revenue stamps that are bought from the county. Mr. Adcock, who played for the Cincinnati Reds from 1950 through 1952, spent a decade with the Braves, a year with the Cleveland Indians and three years with the team now called the Anaheim Angels before retiring at the end of the 1966 season. Locked in a 0-0 encounter, Haddix lost his perfect game when the Braves' Felix Mantilla reached first base on third baseman Don Hoak's throwing error with none out in the 13th inning. Mr. Huskins was born on November 20, 1937 in Cartersville, GA, son of the late John Huskins and Delia Brown Huskins. He had a career batting average of .277 over 17 seasons with the Reds, Braves, Indians and Angels. Or purchase a subscription for unlimited access to real news you can count on. Virgil Meigs - 1977. Joseph "Jody" W. Yarbrough. A Memorial Mass will take place, Wednesday, November 17, 2021, 10:30 AM at St. Gerard Catholic Church with Rev. We have set your language to Echovita Inc is a registered trademark. The phone number's provider is registered at Qwest. Joe was preceded in death by his grandparents, Donald & Marge Adcock and Roman & Josetta Klein. [2], Born in Coushatta, Louisiana, Adcock attended Louisiana State University in Baton Rouge, where he played on the baseball team; before attending college he had never played a game of baseball in his life.[3]. Joe D Adcock (1966-2010) - Find a Grave Memorial May God give you strength, support and comfort during this difficult time. The first baseman came to the majors in 1950 with Cincinnati, and was traded to the Milwaukee Braves in 1953. The family would like to recognize the staff of The Laurels at Carolina Place, BrightStar Care of Charlotte, and the Charlotte Region Hospice for their care and support. He attended St. Gerard Catholic Church where he went to school in his childhood and then graduated from Catholic Central. To add a flower, click the Leave a Flower button. Authorize the publication of the original written obituary with the accompanying photo. William J. Adcock Obituary - Tribute Archive Joe Adcock Baseball Stats by Baseball Almanac JOSEPH ADCOCK OBITUARY. Resend Activation Email. Found more than one record for entered Email, You need to confirm this account before you can sign in.