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William Adkins Obituary

ADKINS, William W. Jr., age 71, of Richmond, departed this life January 19, 2021. He was preceded in death by sister, Etta Adkins Porter; and son, Deon Adkins. He is survived by his wife, Brenda Stuckey-Adkins; four children, Karma, William Warren III (Tara) and Sitara Adkins and Crystal Lipscome (Del); 10 grandchildren, two great-grandchildren; one sister, Delores Adkins; four aunts, nephews, uncle and cousins; sister-in-law, Sandra Shelton (Ronald); two brothers-in-law, Clyde Porter and Tyrone Stuckey; and other relatives and friends; among them devoted niece, Tina Adkins. Remains rest at Joseph Jenkins Jr. Funeral Home, 2011 Grayland Ave., where services will be held 11 a.m. Saturday.

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Published by Richmond Times-Dispatch on Feb. 5, 2021.

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Caroline Scarborough

February 6, 2021

I am very sorry to hear about the passing of your loved one. He had such a kind and kindle spirit. He will be missed. The family are in my prayers.

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Cloria Pleasants

February 5, 2021

With deepest sympathy my prayers are with the family may he Rest In Peace...!!!

Evelyn Carter Fluitt

February 5, 2021

My sincere condolences to Brenda and the family praying for your strength and peace

Delores Adkins

February 5, 2021

My brother will be greatly missed by me. A kind, gentle, energetic, loving person with a willing heart. always ready to help anyone in need. I will miss his inspirational writing, teaching of the bible and talks. May he rest in peace.

Lowell Brailey

February 5, 2021

My sincere condolences to Brenda and all of the Adkins family. William "Billy" Adkins was someone who was always there if you needed a helping hand and he will be greatly missed by many. Gone to soon... Rest in peace my brother.

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