Adam Bryce Cowherd, 29, of Waynesboro, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, August 27, 2019.

He was born on February 14, 1990 in Augusta County and was the son of Donald C. Cowherd and Pamela K. Fitzgerald.

He was a graduate of Wilson Memorial High School, class of 2008. He enjoyed the outdoors, music, camping, hiking, swimming, and spending time with his friends and family. Adam was a kind, gentle soul who loved deeply and had an amazing smile that captured all of those who met him.

He is preceded in death by his paternal grandfather, Donald M. Cowherd and uncle, J. David Cowherd.

Adam is survived by his grandparents, Daniel H. and Loretta E. Showalter, and Dolores C. Cowherd. Additionally, he is survived by his parents, Donald C. Cowherd and his fiance Janet Fountaine, and Pamela K. and James O. Fitzgerald; his siblings and their spouses, Matthew C. Cowherd and wife Carly, Morgan E. Tanner and husband Andy, and James N. Anthony and wife Beth, along with niece, Parker; and two step siblings, J. Travis Fitzgerald and Lindsay M. Fitzgerald. He also leaves behind numerous uncles, aunts, cousins, and close friends.

A Celebration of life service will be conducted 11:00 a.m. Saturday, August 31, 2019 at Mount Vernon Church of the Brethren with Pastor Dwight Roetto officiating.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention at afsp.org

Coffman Funeral Home and Crematory, 230 Frontier Drive, Staunton, is in charge of his arrangements.