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Arnold Adkins Obituary

Arnold E. Adkins, 45, of Christiansburg, Va., died Saturday, February 21, 2009. He is survived by his children, Pamela Lucas, Matthew Lucas, and Christopher Adkins; also surviving are his life time companion, Susan Lucas; mother, Esther Adkins; brothers, David Adkins, Daniel Adkins; and his sister, Darlene Fizer. He is also survived by special friends, Frank Cooper and Timmy Johnson. Several nieces and nephews also survive. The family will receive friends at The Horne Funeral Home Thursday, February 26, 2009, from 5 to 8 p.m. The funeral service will be held in The Horne Funeral Home Chapel 2 p.m. Friday, February 27, 2009, with Pastor Jube Burk officiating. Interment will follow in Roselawn Memorial Gardens. Online condolences may be sent by visiting hornefuneralservice.com. The Adkins family is being served by Horne Funeral Service, Christiansburg.

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Published by Roanoke Times from Feb. 25 to Feb. 26, 2009.

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Paisley Adkins

November 17, 2023

This is my grandpa i never got too meet him but from what i heard he was a great man and i wish i got to meet him and i will love him and i hope one day ill get to meet him at the gates of heaven when i meet my lord i love you pawpaw

The Hale Family, Beth, Jakki, Josh & HayLeigh

February 26, 2009

I'm very sorry for your loss, he was a good man. As always, if there is anything we can do let us know, and we love you all.

Ronald Campbell

February 26, 2009

I have worked with Gene for five years at schewels in christiansburg he was a dedicated worker and a good man I wish all of his family comfort during this time. Gene you will be sadly missed by all of us here at schewels you will never be forgotten we will not allow that to happen thanks for the chance to know you and work with you. I know you are probably enjoying the races in heaven and man I bet they are exciting.

Ashley,Kristian,John Adkins

February 26, 2009

I am truly sorry about yalls loss.Pam,Chris,and Junior if yall need anyone to talk to i am hear for yall.Gene loved yall very much.And he will be sadly missed.

Chritina Albert

February 25, 2009

I am so sorry for your loss. I did not know your family well but I pass your house daily and Gene would always waive and smile. I will miss his kind gesture and seeing him care for his animals.

Brenda Dowdy

February 25, 2009

David and Penny and Family,

Mike and I are so sorry for your loss.

God will be your comfort during this time. May His Blessings be yours.

If you need anything please let us know. We love you guys and will help in anyway we can. Praying for you and your family.

Mike and Brenda Dowdy

Melissa Quesenberry

February 24, 2009

We are sorry for your loss.Our hearts goes to the family.Love always,Melissa,Brady,Stuart,Lindsay,Debbie Lucas

CONNIE BISHOP MARK RORRER

February 24, 2009

WE ARE VERY SORRY FOR YOUR
LOSS. WE WENT TO SCHOOL WITH
EUGENE AND DANNY.

Bill & Nia Davis

February 24, 2009

To the family our thoughts and prayers are with you in this difficult time. I worked with Gene for a couple of years and always considered him a good friend.He will be missed by all who knew him.Bill Davis

Margo Currie

February 24, 2009

Our thoughts and prayers are with your family at this time. Know that there are people who love you all and will be there for you if you need anything. We love you Matt with all our hearts!
Jayme, Margo, Stacey, Kami

Jim & Diane Moore

February 24, 2009

Our thoughts and prayers are with you. If there is anything we can do for you please let us know.

Jessica & Daryl Quesenberry

February 24, 2009

sue, pam, chris and matt i am so sorry for your lose. my heart goes out to you.

Beverly Owens

February 24, 2009

I am so sorry for you loss. I did not not Eugene but my aunt Diane Moore does. She would also like for you to know she is truly sorry for your loss. We will all keep you in our prayers.

COLLLEEN CALDWELL

February 24, 2009

SUE,CHRIS,PAM,MATT,MY HEART IS BROKEN FOR YOU ALL. YOU ALL ARE FAMILY TO ME. IF WORDS COULD FIX THIS I WOULD SAY THEM FOR YOU UNTIL THE lORD COMES..BUT I KNOW THAT I KNOW GOD HAS THE WORDS FOR YOU, HE WILL BE YOUR PEACE AND YOUR STRENGTH AND HE LOVES YOU. HES WAITING TO TALK WITH YOU,, HE WILL BE THERE. TRUST HIM REACH UP AND PUT YOUR HAND IN HIS, HES COMING SOON . HE IS OUR ONLY HOPE THRU THIS TRAGEDY ALONG WITH FRIENDS AND FAMILY. ALL MY LOVE COLLEEN (MISSEE) CALDWELL

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