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1922 - 2008
 Rev. Walter E. Adkins, 85 of Huntington, WV, went to be with his Lord Wednesday, March 12, 2008 at the Emogene Dolin Jones Hospice House. Funeral services will be conducted at 3 p.m. Sunday, March 16, 2008, at the Bethlehem United Baptist Church Tabernacle, Salt Rock, by Rev. Robert Hatfield, Rev. Harry Scarberry, and Rev. O.F. Adkins. Burial will be in Bowen Cemetery. He was born June 16, 1922, in Wayne County, a son of the late Sebastian and Ada Berry Adkins. He was a retired employee of Houdaille Industry, a member of the Madison United Baptist Church, a WW II veteran, serving in the US Army, a member of the Crescent Lodge # 32, Ceredo and Scottish Rites. Walter had The Sacred Hour radio program on WKEE for over 30 years, and held many offices in the Bethlehem United Baptist Association. He is survived by his loving and dedicated wife of 61 years, Ruth Childers Adkins; one daughter and son-in-law, Rebekah Ruth and Billy Robinson of Huntington; three sons and daughters-in-law, Danny C. and Mary Adkins of Maumee, OH, Norman L. and Linda Adkins of Princeton, and Douglas R. and Karen Adkins, of Winder, GA; one sister, Emily Workman of Russell, KY; eleven grandchildren and fourteen great grandchildren. Friends may call from 6-9 pm Saturday at the Wallace Funeral Home, Barboursville, and after 1 p.m. Sunday at the Bethlehem United Baptist Church Tabernacle. Masonic graveside services will be conducted by the Crescent Lodge # 32, Ceredo. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Emogene Dolin Jones Hospice House, 3100 Staunton Rd, Huntington, WV 25702 or Gideons International. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.timeformemory.com/wallace. |
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There are currently 17 condolences.
Lynne Perkey
sassyperk@hotmail.com
Monday March 24, 2008 at
8:36 AM
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Love and prayers that God be with you in your loss.
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Glen Midkiff
Friday March 21, 2008 at
11:40 PM
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Sister Ruth and Family, Brother Walter was always an inspiration to me as a small child as I listened to the Sacred Hour on WKEE on Sunday mornings. Then I was fortunate to be under his leadership at the 18th Street U.B. Church when he was Pastor in the 1990's while I attended Marshall. He would always ask me to sing no matter what church we were in. He always encouraged me to use my talent for God. We have truly lost a giant in the faith. May God comfort you in your sorrow and strengthen in knowing he is at peace, asleep in Christ Jesus.
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Friday March 21, 2008 at
11:33 PM
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Cristy Gieszler
Thursday March 20, 2008 at
8:25 AM
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Doug, Ruth and family,
I know Walter is in a far better place.
You are in my prayers.
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Sandra Cremeans
Sunday March 16, 2008 at
10:44 AM
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Sister Ruth,
My heart goes out to you and your family in your loss.
I will always cherish the memories
of Brother Walter in our Association Meetings, especially the last meeting he was able to attend. His love for the Lord and
our Association was so strong. I
truly appreciate the kindness he showed to me.
You will always have a special place in my heart for your faithful
devotion to Brother Walter. You are
truly an example to all the women that know you. May God bless and keep you is my prayer.
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Sonia Dillon Lageman
Sunday March 16, 2008 at
8:50 AM
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Our Family is so sorry for your loss. Rev. Adkins was always there for our family in time of need and our memories of him and you (Mrs. Adkins) are of generios loving people. Ours prayers are with you and your family in this time of sorrow. The family of Dorothy Stewart Dillon.
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Bill & Betty Wilson
BWILSON43@ec.rr.com
Saturday March 15, 2008 at
10:14 PM
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So sorry about your loss, We have known Walter for over 55 year, he was always a blessing to us. We will put your family in our prayers. I am the son of Raymond and Ota Wilson.
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Maria Stowers
Saturday March 15, 2008 at
7:46 PM
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I remember Walter from the 18th St Baptist Church. I grew up in that church and was married in that church after he left. I was saddened when I read his obituary but know that God now has one of his angels by his side. He did all God's work he could do here on earth and it was time for him to go home and rest. I hope that knowing this Ruth and the family can find comfort. May God Bless us all and one day we will be home with him. Maria "Snider" Stowers, best remembered as being the youngest daughter of Rosalie and niece of Patty Runyon.
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carrie Franklin
carriefranklin@aol.com
Saturday March 15, 2008 at
5:53 PM
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Dearest Ruth and family Needless to say how very sorry I am to hear about Walt er goning home ..His preaching became a reality,,,He and Forrest are probaling tossing their crowns at Jesus feet and patiently waiting for Ruth and I to hurry and join them...Forrest has been gone since Dec 23 o7 I feel like a showad with out him May God Bles you EDear family that we love for many years Carrie and Micchael Paul
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Edison & Linda Vance
edlin1967@yahoo
Saturday March 15, 2008 at
10:31 AM
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To Sis Ruth and family,
Sorry to hear of Bro. Walter's passing. Over the years Bro. Walter made a difference in so many people's lives, telling them about the Lord that he loved and served. I'm sure your hearts are heavy at this time, but take comfort that he is resting from his labors and his works will follow him for years.
With love,
Edison & Linda Vance
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Tom & Connie Barton
bartonsr@triad.rr.com
Saturday March 15, 2008 at
8:30 AM
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Walter Adkins married my wife Connie Charles to me almost 30 years ago in 18th St. United Baptist Church. His walk wih GOD served as inspiration to us throughout our marriage. His love for Ruth and all the children were a model I tried to immulate. Sadly missed, but greatly admired that he now waits to introduce us to his JESUS when we arrive in paradise.
Ruth, Becky all the children. We love you. Our prayers are with you
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Dennis & Paula Donahue & family
poohsnurselpn@aol.com
Saturday March 15, 2008 at
7:40 AM
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Sis Ruth and family, so sorry for your great loss. Bro Walter will truly be missed by many. He was always a blessing to us when ever we would see him at church or out and about. May God Bless and keep you and your family. Dennis & Paula Donahue
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Bonnie ( Childers ) Patterson
ymsuser@yahoo.com
Friday March 14, 2008 at
1:51 PM
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Aunt Ruth and Family, I am so very sorry to hear about Uncle Walters passing. My heart and prayers are with each and everyone of you.Uncle Walter in now in his heavenly home he always talked about.Where he'll have no more pain or sorrows.He is with his wonderful lord and savior. May you and all the family fine comfort and love in all your memories. I love you Aunt Ruth and all and send you all my prayersand love. Bonnie
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RICK AND DIANNA CALDWELL
Friday March 14, 2008 at
10:22 AM
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RUTH, OUR LOVE AND CONDOLENCE ARE
WITH YOU AND YOUR FAMILY. WALTER
WILL BE GREATLY MISSED.BUT WE ALL
KNOW HE NO LONGER SUFFERS AND IS
AT REST. GOD BLESS YOU ALL.
DIANNA CALDWELL
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Elder andMrs. Kenneth R. Parker
krparker392000@yahoo.com
Friday March 14, 2008 at
9:45 AM
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Bro Walter is at home in Heaven now. I am sure he is rejoicing with the Lord. We feel very greatful for having know Bro Walter and his wife Ruth. We missed Bro Walter so much after he got to where he was not able to attend Central Missouri Association of United Baptist. We know that there will be rough days ahead for you Sister Ruth. Our Prayers are with you. God Bless . Kenneth R. Parker and wife Linda
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Heather K. Pence
Friday March 14, 2008 at
9:28 AM
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I want to offer my condolences to the family. May God and His love be with you.
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Connie Hager ( Childers )
susie83_tommy86@yahoo.com
Friday March 14, 2008 at
6:32 AM
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Aunt Ruth and Family.
I am so sorry to hear that Uncle Walter has passed. I know in my heart that he is with Susie and Dad. I loved him so much. I just wish i could of seen him before the lord took him home.
I Love you all.
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