Blanche Elizabeth Adkins

1923 - 2014

Blanche Elizabeth Adkins obituary, 1923-2014, Delmar, DE

BORN

1923

DIED

2014

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Short Funeral Home - Delmar

13 East Grove Street

Delmar, Delaware

Blanche Adkins Obituary

Blanche Elizabeth Adkins

Delmar-Blanche Elizabeth Adkins, 91, formerly of the Hebron area, died Friday, July 18, 2014, at the Delmar Nursing and Rehabilitation Center.

She was born Feb. 9, 1923, in Delmar, a daughter of the late George Emory Wilkins and Tina Mae (Parsons) Wilkins.

Blanche was a longtime member of Charity United Methodist Church in Salisbury. In addition to being a wonderful homemaker, she raised and nurtured her family while living on farms in the Delmar and Hebron areas. She used her gifts of compassion and giving by volunteering at Salisbury Genesis Nursing Home, Salvation Army and for many years worked the booths at the Hebron VFD carnival. She was an excellent cook who enjoyed feeding her family and friends. Some of her specialties were her fried chicken, sweet potato biscuits and vegetable soup. Her true passion and her life's purpose was taking care of her family and she adored all children. She also loved the outdoors and could often be found tending her flowers, doing yard work, and caring for the farm animals.

She is survived by a son, G. Woodrow "Woodie" Adkins (Doris) of Cedarburg, Wis.; three daughters, Elizabeth A. Moore (Michael) of Georgetown, Bernice A. Vickers (Barry) of Salisbury and Betty A. English (Bill) of Riverton; grandchildren, who lovingly referred to her as "Mom-Mom," "Granny" and "Gran," Elaine Adkins Wilcox, Grant Woodrow Adkins, Carl Robert Perkins, Holly Beth Jarvis, George W. Vickers, Melody L. Hennessey, Keith W. English, Kevin R. English, and her late grandson, Wm. Todd English; great-grandchildren, Natalie, Laura, Anna, Ava, Mitchell, Matthew, Shane, Joshua, Megan and Madison; and a great-great granddaughter, Madie. She is also survived by a sister, Helen Marshall of Mardela Springs; and several nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her husband of 60 years, Woodrow Wilson Adkins, who passed in 1999; her parents; and her siblings, Mary Bradford, Lola Adkins, Margaret Taylor, Raleigh Wilkins and Lena Morgan.

A funeral service will be held on Wednesday, July 23, at 2 p.m. at Short Funeral Home in Delmar, where family and friends may call from 1-2. Interment will follow at Riverton Cemetery. Her grandchildren plan to honor her memory by serving as pallbearers.

Memorial contributions may be made in her memory to Charity United Methodist Church, c/o Karyl Tyler, 29276 Waller Road, Delmar, MD 21875.

Arrangements are being handled by Short Funeral Home in Delmar. Online condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.shortfh.com.

Published by The Daily Times on Jul. 21, 2014.
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May the God and Father of true peace and all tender mercies grant your family a calm and firm heart to endure with hope and fond memories.
1 Corinthians 1:3
MH Baltimore

July 28, 2014

During this most difficult time for the Adkins family, may the future promises found at Psalm 119:50, 76 bring you strength and comfort.

T.H.

July 28, 2014

Beth

July 26, 2014

CP

July 22, 2014

Betty,

So sorry for the loss of your mother, she was a loving person. You and your family are in my prayers.

Vivian Ruff Joseph

July 22, 2014

To the family, Luke 20:38 assures us that your loved one is in God's memory. Please find comfort in that hope.

S. Hill

July 21, 2014

Woody, Liz, Bernice, Betty and Family:
So very sorry for your loss. I remember Miss Blanche to be very sweet, nice and friendly. May God hold you close during this very sad time.

Shirley Church

July 21, 2014

I remember Her from years ago when I was a member of Charity Church. She was a beautiful lady through and through. My condolences to each of you.

Ruth Hummer Swindell

July 21, 2014

How precious that Blanche is now with her husband, family and friends lifting her voice in praise to God! We shall miss her for she made a wonderful difference in our lives and that of many others. To know her was to love her. Our prayers go out to the family and friends for a double portion of His great love, comfort and peace at this time. Blessings, Major & Doris Bailey

Major & Doris Bailey

July 21, 2014

Ms. Blanche very loveable, friendly lady, having known her for many years since I married into the Adkins family. Also know two of her children: Woodie and Bernice, sending my prayers to the entire family during this difficult time of your lives. She will be welcomed into Heaven by Mr. Wilson as well as alot of the Adkins clan that already there waiting for their loved ones. God Bless All.

Edith Adkins

July 21, 2014

She was my second Mom. She would tell everyone,"She was the first one to keep me when I was a baby," I loved her very much & she was a special lady to me. My Deepest Sympathy to All of you !

Sarah Louise Hopkins

July 21, 2014

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