Photo courtesy of Baier Family Funeral Services - Paxton
Paxton, Illinois
Dec 3, 2002 – Jan 13, 2025
Tanner Michael Adkins, 22 of Buckley, died Monday, January 13, 2025, at Carle Foundation Hospital, Urbana.
A memorial service will be held at 2:00 p.m. Saturday, January 25, 2025, at the Paxton Church of Christ, 400 W. Ottawa, Paxton with Pastor Dave Hohulin officiating.
Visitation will be from 11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. Saturday, January 25, at the church followed by the memorial service at 2:00 p.m. Baier Family Funeral Services, Paxton is handling arrangements.
Tanner was born December 3, 2002, in Urbana the son of Michael and Martha Theesfeld Adkins.
He is survived by his parents of Buckley, his fiancée Araya Stack of Loda; a brother, Tyler (Sydni) Adkins of Loda, sister, Callie (Matthew) Barger of St. Marys, Georgia; nephews, Kayden and Everett Adkins, Phoenix Barger, a niece, Brixton Barger; grandmothers Mary Theesfeld of Buckley and Judith Adkins of Ludlow; his Aunt Cheri Adkins of Rantoul, Aunt Emily Souva of Rantoul, Uncle Jack Adkins of Ludlow and three favorite cousins.
He was preceded in death by his grandfathers, Owen Theesfeld and Jack V. Adkins.
Tanner graduated from Paxton-Buckley-Loda High School in 2021. He was co-owner/operator of TnT Trucking with his dad, Mike, and his brother and best friend, Tyler.
He enjoyed gaming, fishing, eating, working on trucks, spending time with his brother and nephews and spending as much time as possible with his precious Araya. Family time was his favorite time.
Tanner was full of love and life. He didn’t know a stranger. He had a smile that would light up a room and the most contagious laugh. Tanner touched the lives of many and will be missed by all who knew him. He was a remarkable, loving and thoughtful son, brother, fiancé, uncle, nephew and grandson.
Memorials may be made to an organization of the donor’s choice. Condolences and memories can be shared with the family at www.baierfuneralservices.com
Read MoreMay the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Jerry Grimes
December 26, 2025 | Corinth, MS | Friend
My prayers and condolonces to the family.
His passing is a terrible loss.
Darrell Miller
February 02, 2025 | Fisher, IL | Acquaintance
Mike and Tyler, I can't even imagine the grief you guys must feel. Tanner was a great kid and I enjoyed having him as a customer at Napa. My thoughts and prayers are with you guys and your family.
Joshua Johnson
January 28, 2025 | Rantoul, IL | Friend
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief. Our deepest sympathy to the whole family❤
Sharon - Ron Rieches
January 27, 2025 | Buckley, IL | Friend
Martha, I just heard of the death of Tanner. I cannot think of any words that would heal the pain you are going through, but just know I´m praying for you and your family.
Linda Smith
January 26, 2025
Our heartfelt condolences for your loss. Our prayers are with all of Tanner’s love ones.
Joyce John Borchers
January 25, 2025 | Rantoul Il
The first time I meant Tanner was at my sister Bonnie's house years ago I think he was about eight or nine maybe 10 my sister used to watch him he was an amazing person an amazing man and he will be deeply missed prayers and thoughts to the Atkins family
Tina Larimer
January 25, 2025 | Friend
I am so sorry for your loss. I wish I had to words to say to help ease your pain through this incredible tragedy. Praying for you guys.
Bill and Amy Souva
January 25, 2025 | Champaign, IL | Acquaintance
Just want to let you know I feel for you Mike. Didn´t know your son but you were always cool with me. I´m so sorry for your loss and I can´t imagine what you´re going through. Just letting you know I´m thinking of you and your family.
Brandon Huber
January 24, 2025 | Friend