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Richard Adkins Obituary

ADKINS, Richard L., 77, of Richmond, Virginia, departed this life on Wednesday, November 25, 2020. He was preceded in death by his parents, Robert Adkins and Carrie Jones. He leaves to cherish his memory a loving and devoted wife, Alfreda; children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, three sisters, a brother, a host of other relatives and friends. Remains rest at March Funeral Home, 2110 E. Laburnum Ave., where a Celebration of Life will be private.

Published by Richmond Times-Dispatch on Nov. 29, 2020.

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Norman Hall

November 23, 2025

You may be gone but you will never be forgotten.

Norman B. Hall

December 7, 2023

Gone but never forgotten. Rest in peace.

Norman Hall

November 23, 2021

No matter how much time passes you will always remain in the memory of the people who cared the most for you. Rest in peace.

Rosalind Robertson

December 24, 2020

To the Adkins family, I wish you peace and comfort as you grieve.

Lafonda Porter

December 5, 2020

Richard was a great Brother In law, and great husband to my sister. R.I. P. You will truly be missed.

Donna Rogers

December 3, 2020

Freda, I am sorry for your loss. I know your love for Richard will endure. I am praying for your comfort, strength and courage to get through this period. Matthew 5:4 Love, Donna

Norman Hall

December 2, 2020

My deepest condolences to the family of Mr. Adkins. I worked for him for ten years and he was an extraordinary man. He taught me many values and life lessons that I have carried with me throughout my life. He will truly be missed.

Jay Tessenear

November 30, 2020

It was fun working with you little BRO

Carrie Adkins (Missy)

November 30, 2020

May YOU rest in PEACE! Sincerely Missy (one of his children) Tiffany Carter, Samantha Carter, Dewayne Woodson Jr, Aaron Woodson (four of his grandchildren) and 3 great grands.

Frances Hancock and family

November 29, 2020

Sending our condolences to the family

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