Edward Adkins

Dear Cheryl, Holly and Susan, We were saddened to learn of Ed´s death but will remember him fondly. We send you our sincerest sympathy and pray that God´s blessing may ain down on you during this most difficult time and grant you peace. Lora and Jim Melhorn Seattle, Washington

Ed (Sire) became my beloved friend after a hilarious witty and biblical exchange over 30 years ago at Miles. I am blessed to have known the GQ King. I rejoiced when he informed me that his "soul insurance" was in good standing with God. Now, heaven has a new tailor; who's making custom robes looking so stylish. Much love from his "church lady"

Having learned of Ed’s passing, a number of emotions are triggered. Profound sadness, of course, but it is also a reminder of the fondness and respect I have always had for a man who, through his generosity and friendship, affected my personal and professional future in so many ways. While I may have enjoyed some degree of success in my career, there is no doubt that it would not have been possible without Ed’s early guidance. I have been and will be forever grateful for his presence in my...

Ed was my husband´s dear friend and colleague, but I too adored him. His warmth, humor and generosity made him an irresistible person whom I admired to my core. Once he surprised us with extraordinary gifts of a hand-made sports jacket for my husband and a blouse for me, both beautiful and perfectly matched to our preferences. His tailoring skills were remarkable, as was all else about Ed.