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Kenneth Adcock Obituary
November 12, 1937 ~ September 19, 2020
Highlands
Kenneth Dan Adcock, MD died peacefully on Saturday, September 19, 2020. Born on November 12, 1937 in St. Petersburg, Florida, he was the middle child of Lila Anderson Adcock and Louie Norman Adcock, Sr. Dan graduated from St. Petersburg High in 1955. On August 17, 1957, he married his high school sweetheart and best friend, Judy Liggett. He attended Duke University and was a member of the Kappa Alpha Order fraternity. He continued his education at the University of Florida, earning his bachelor's degree in 1959 and his Medical Doctorate degree in 1963.
From 1963 to 1966, he completed his OB/GYN internship and residency in Charlotte, NC. In 1969, he moved to Greenville, SC and developed a thriving OB/GYN practice.
After 35 years in practice, he retired to Highlands, NC in 2004. He enjoyed life in retirement by becoming active in the Episcopal church.
Dan was predeceased by his former wife, Judy. He is survived by his partner, Thomas Mitchell Cox, daughters Sarah "Sally" Adcock Chambers of Diamondhead, MS, Elizabeth "Betsy" Adcock Baumgardner, and husband, Jim, of Greenville, SC; four grandchildren, Elizabeth Collett Chambers, William Adcock Chambers, James Krae Baumgardner, Jr., and Benjamin Easton Baumgardner, one great grandchild Charlotte Mae Chambers, his brother-in-law Frank Rahm Liggett, III and wife Mimi LeBlond Liggett and several nieces and nephews.
He was also predeceased by his brothers and their wives Louie Norman Adcock, Jr, (Mary) and Jack Anderson Adcock (Sarah Jane) and his sister in law Sarah (Sally) Liggett Smith (husband George).
A private family service will be held at The Church of the Incarnation (Episcopal) in Highlands, NC later this week. A celebration of life service will be held in Greenville, SC in November.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorials be made to Church of the Incarnation, 520 Main Street, Highlands, NC, 28741.
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Memories and Condolences
for Kenneth Adcock
Laura Lane Bender
September 15, 2024
Even 4 years later, I still miss my dear dear friend.
Lynn McCraw Caroleo
July 29, 2021
I just found out that Dr. Adcock passed away. He was the first to know that I was pregnant with both of my boys. He was my Dr. from the age of 20 until age 35. I've missed him all these years. He was so kind and caring. I loved him, and send my sincerest condolences to his family. I will meet your sweet soul in Heaven one day, Dr. Adcock.
Mary Corash
October 2, 2020
You brought joy and an enhanced sense of family by reaching out to my friend and your cousin, Vicki A. Decker. She cared very much for you and valued the family stories you shared with her. Thank you for the happiness you gave her.
Simone Taylor
September 27, 2020
My sincerest condolences to your family for the loss of your loved one, Please except my deepest sympathies.
Brenda Mims Martin Family
September 27, 2020
CONDOLENCES TO THE ADCOCK FAMILY,I Worked As A Payroll Clerk For ADCOCK BUICK MANY YEARS AGO ON 9th St In St Pete,FL,Great Experience Early In Life. HOLD ON TO SWEET MEMORIES IN YOUR HEART. Much Love Butler Mims Martin Forehand Sheffield Family
David C Denny
September 25, 2020
Dear , Thomas Sally and Betsy
My mother and I are devistated to hear of Dans passing. Mom thinks the world of Dr Adcock he delivered me at gvl memorial more than 3 decades ago, we all will remember him as a kind and compassionate physcian that truly cared for his patients.
Sending love thoughts and prayers to each and everyone of you through this difficult time of loss.
Carl Robert March
September 24, 2020
Many great times spent with Dan and Tom, thanks for the memories, Rest In Peace.
Laura Lane Bender
September 24, 2020
This is devastating news that I’ve just now learned. Dan was the greatest! We met in L&D in 1990 and immediately bonded. We’ve hiked the NC mountains together. I visited Tom and him in their mountain home. He has family history here in Ocala and he talked about coming to visit and rehashing old memories and visiting old haunts.We’ve laughed hysterically at so many ridiculous things. We lived in several of the same cities and realized we knew many of the same people—-and we laughed some more. I will miss him terribly! What a good man. May you Rest In Peace, Dan.
Laura Lane Bender
Marilyn Barrett
September 24, 2020
He was such a gentle, sweet man. He will be missed so very much.
Jim & Marilyn Barrett
Bud Carroll
September 23, 2020
Dear Judy, Tom and your families, my heart is heavy with news of Dan's death. That he died peacefully suggest is cause to rejoice. I pray that in the days ahead, you will shed both tears of joy and sadness for your lives with Dan. "Dr. Dan" - that rings a bell of gratitude heard today by countless patients and children in places near and far. RIP Dear Classmate Dan!
JW/JKH
September 23, 2020
My deepest sympathy to the Adcock Family for the loss of your loved one, Kenneth Dan, and pray God gives you comfort, peace and strength.
Nancy & Bob Sutton
September 22, 2020
We will miss Dan so much. Our neighbor & friend. Rest in peace Dan.
Linda Anderson Kline-Romboy
September 21, 2020
Rest In Peace, cousin Danny.
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