In Memoriam: Sinclair Adam

Jennifer Zurko

Penn State University Flower Trial Director Sinclair Adam, Jr. passed away suddenly just before midnight on Sunday, April 9. Sinclair began in his role at Penn State in 2013 and immediately expanded the reach of the trials to include perennials, bringing new value to growers and breeders across the country. He was also a successful plant breeder of varieties like Tiarella Brandywine and a teacher of students, ranging from undergraduates at Temple University to local master gardeners.  

A statement from the Penn State Flower Trials staff said, “All who had even a brief opportunity to meet him quickly learned he was an authentically kind man with a generous heart.”

For those who were unable to attend the services in April, a memorial service is planned for a later date in the Lancaster/Lebanon area. GT