Larry Adkins, 82, of New Castle, died April 13, 2026.
He was born on July 26, 1943, in New Castle to Malchom and Anna Laura (Dicken) Adkins.
Larry was a 1961 graduate of New Castle Chrysler High School.
Survivors include his wife, Janice Adkins; son, Kent (Stacy) Adkins; stepson, Bobby (Wendy) Herron of Yorktown; a grandson, Landon (Meggan) Adkins; siblings, Patty Vogel, Gerald Adkins, and Sue Kay (Sam) Taylor.
Larry was preceded in death by a son, Kelly Adkins, and brother, Bob Adkins.
Visitation will be from 2:00 – 4:00 p.m. Sunday, April 19, 2026, at Sproles Family Funeral Home. Condolences at www.sprolesfamilycares.com.

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Sproles Family Funeral Home - New Castle2400 South Memorial Drive, New Castle, IN 47362
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Steve Sexton
April 14, 2026
Larry was kind to me as an uprooted 7 year old moving to a strange neighborhood. In later life he was always friendly and I am sure he will be missed by all who knew him.
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