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1953 - 2017
Garland Lee Adkins “Hunky” 63 of Branchland, WV, passed away at home on Friday, May 26, 2017. He was born August 28, 1953 in West Hamlin, a son of the late Herbert and Zeda Lester Adkins. He was also preceded in death by his son, Stacey Lee Adkins. He is survived by his daughter, Amanda Adkins-Chafin, son-in-law, Richard “Barry” Chafin, special grandson Ryan Adkins, special granddaughter, Audrey Chafin of Lexington, KY; mother of his children Donna Adkins, of Huntington, WV; three brothers, and their spouses, Thurman and Kathy Adkins of Barboursville, Mike and Gail Adkins of Branchland, and Terry and Andrea Adkins of Branchland; and many nephews, nieces, cousins and friends. He was a 1971 graduate of Barboursville High School, and was retired from Steel of WV as a crane operator with over 30 years of service. He enjoyed hunting and fishing. He had a love for antique cars and riding motorcycles. He will always hold a special place in his grandson Ryan’s heart and he could always put a smile on his granddaughter Audrey’s face. His grandchildren meant the world to him. Funeral services will be conducted at 2:00 pm Wednesday, May 31, 2017 at the Bethlehem United Baptist Church, by Rev. Garland Perry. Burial will be in Marion Adkins Cemetery. Visitation will be from 12-2 pm at the church. Wallace Funeral Home, Barboursville, is in charge of arrangements. Online condolences may be expressed to the family at www.timeformemory.com/wallace.
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There are currently 2 condolences.
Tom and Sarah Daniels
Wednesday May 31, 2017 at
8:17 PM
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We were so sorry to hear of Garland's death. He was always such a nice neighbor and he will be missed. We would like to extend our deepest sympathies to his family. You will all be in our thoughts and prayers. God bless you all and may He send you peace in this difficult time.
Sincerely,
Tom and Sarah Daniels
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Uyi
Tuesday May 30, 2017 at
10:10 AM
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My sincere condolences on the loss of your dear loved one. May it comfort you to know that our Loving Creator promises to bring back to life those in his memory to perfect health on a paradise earth (Acts24:15, Rev21:4).
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