Obituaries

Gary R. Adkins

July 23rd, 1946 – October 11th, 2014

Gary R. Adkins, age 68, passed away at 5:55 pm Saturday, October 11, 2014 in the ER at OSF St. Francis Medical Center in Peoria, IL. He was born on July 23, 1946 in Atterberry, IL, a son of Carroll and Gladys (Miller) Adkins. On April 9, 1966, Gary married Sandra Klinedinst in Summum, IL. She survives.

Also surviving are two daughters, Laura (and Craig) Adkins and Crystal (and Brian) Hayes, and one son Scott (and Shannon) Adkins, all of Astoria, seven grandchildren; Shannon Tyler, Erica Adkins, Clay Adkins, Collin Adkins, Foxx Adkins, Tristin Hayes, and Savannah Hayes, three sisters, Judy (and Terry) Lynn of Williamsfield, IL, Roberta (and Neil) Lowe of Rushville, IL, and Rosemary John of Macomb, IL, and three brothers, Bob (and Janet) Adkins, Jody Adkins, and Ray (and Marsha) Adkins all of Astoria, IL.

He was preceded by one brother Arlie Adkins.

Gary sold satellite dishes in the early 1980's. He was also a welder at Astoria Fiber Steel, was owner/operator of Astoria Feed and Seed from 1984-1990, owner/operator of Adkins Video in Astoria from 1986-2008, was a heavy equipment operator for Fiat-Allis in Astoria for 11 1/2 years, was a laborer for Laborer's Local of Jacksonville, IL, and last worked as a Handyman in the Astoria area.

He loved music and dancing with Sandy. He loved spending time with his grandchildren, feeding the birds and squirrels, and tinkering about on the farm

Services will be held on Thursday, October 16th at 11:00 am at Shawgo Memorial Home in Astoria. Pastor Ken Peterson will officiate. Visitation will be from 5-8 pm on Wednesday, October 15th. Interment will be in the Woodland Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the Astoria Toys for Tots program or the Astoria Fire and Rescue Squad.

Condolences

October 13th, 2014

So Sorry to hear about Gary's passing. He will be missed by many. He was a great man.

October 13th, 2014

We are sorry to hear of Gary's passing. Gary was a gentle sweet man and I am sure will be missed by many. Our prayers are with Sandy and family.

October 13th, 2014

Gary was always upbeat. He joked and made everyone around him laugh or smile. He was one-of-a-kind and will truly be missed. We are so sorry Sandy and family.

October 13th, 2014

Our Prayers for the family @ such a sad time. Gary always had a smile on his face with Sandy on his arm. Sympathy & Prayers to Sandy & the Adkins family. Dennis & Cyndi Ratcliff & family

October 13th, 2014

Our prayers go out to the family. So sorry for your loss. Julie & Don Anderson

October 13th, 2014

PRAYING FOR THE FAMILY!!! LOVE, HEATHER ROBERTSON

October 13th, 2014

My prayers go out to the entire family. I'm so sorry for your loss. Gary was a kind and wonderful man. Heaven just got a very special angel. Rest in peace Gary and God's speed. My prayers go out to you, Sandy and family. Jackie Hammack-Dodd

October 13th, 2014

Deepest sympathy to all the family. Gary was a great guy.
Allan and Mary Woodruff.

October 13th, 2014

Gary was a great man....would help anyone!! Sending hugs & prayers!!

October 13th, 2014

I am so sorry for your loss-- prayers for Sandy and family~~~Sandy Mason

October 13th, 2014

Our prayers to the Adkins family at this sad time, Gary was always so nice, loved seeing him and Sandy arm in arm,Prayers and Sympathy to Sandy and family. Bob and Susie Bucher

October 13th, 2014

Our condolences to the family and prayers for Sandy and family!!!!!

October 13th, 2014

Love and prayers to you and your family of Gary and to his friends including us from Grampian,PA . Even though we only knew him only about 5 years , he was a friendly and happy man with Sandy holding her as a guide and loving his family as well . We will miss him and love and prayers to all of you . Greg and Vonna Beach and Greg was the pastor at the Woodland Church of the Brethren God's blessings to you all

October 13th, 2014

So deeply sorry all Adkins Families. Thoughts and prayers for you ALL.The Malott`s & The Taylor's Families

October 13th, 2014

I feel your pain of your husband Sandy. Only God knows the plan he has set for each one of us...I just know when he calls us home to heaven it's his will. I pray for comfort and peace for you and your family. Cindy Poppenhager

October 14th, 2014

Our hearts break for all of you. Sandy, especially saying prayers for you at this time, we know how close you were and how you did everything together. May you find some small comfort in knowing he is not in pain and you will dance again someday. Our love, Denis & Jerry Barnes

October 14th, 2014

Gary was a kind person. He will be missed. I will miss seeing him and Sandy dancing. Thoughts and prayers. Love, Tyler Davis and family

October 14th, 2014

Over the past 4 years, I had the priviledge of knowing Gary and having the opportunity to work with him on his farms, doing soil erosion work. I thoroughly enjoyed each of our visits and I thought very highly of Gary as person. He often called me at work just to chat and talk about his farm. I could tell he held a deep compassion for his farm and nature. My deepest sympathy to his family. I am sorry to learn of his passing, but am thankful for the opportunity to know and work with him. Sincerely, Drew DeRiemacker, USDA NRCS- Rushville

October 14th, 2014

Gary had known me all my life, but I recently had the privilege of seeing him every day for the past two years straight. I am seeing his grandson, and he was just like a grandpa to me, I looked up to him and he was always there for me. Why God takes the ones we love the most, is beyond me. I know he is loved by many and missed by all. He was a great guy and will forever remain in our hearts. It won't be the same without you, but we know you are with us, and wouldn't want us to be sad. I love you Grandpa Gary.. May you rest in peace. <3

October 14th, 2014

We are so sorry that this happened to Gary. We never know when our time is up, but we can be certain that we will meet again in Heaven. May he rest in peace and may you find the strength to go on without him as long as God gives you! From: Mabel Lou & Bill Brown

October 14th, 2014

Our Prayers for the family at such a sad time. Gary always had a smile on his face with Sandy on his arm. Our thoughts and prayers to Sandy and all the family Marvin and Marilyn Biesenthal and family

October 14th, 2014

Sorry about your loss he was a good man