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Miles Adkins Obituary
COTTON VALLEY, LA - Graveside services for Miles Kenneth "Ken" Adkins, age 85 will be held Friday, December 7, 2012 at 2:00 PM in Cotton Valley Cemetery with Rev. Ronald Morgan officiating and eulogy by Jeff Thompson. Interment will follow under the direction of Bailey Funeral Home, Cotton Valley, LA.
Mr. Adkins was born December 3, 1927 in Haynesville, LA to Littleton John and Kathryn Beene Adkins and passed away Wednesday, December 5, 2012 in Arcadia, LA. He was a graduate of Homer High School. He was a letterman on the baseball team at LSU where he graduated with a degree in petroleum engineering. He was a veteran of the U.S. Marines and was Pacific League batting champion. He was a retired superintendent at Marathon Oil Company with 40 years of service. He loved the outdoors, hunting, fishing and sports and will be remembered as a loving husband, father and grandfather.
He is preceded in death by a son, Mark Kenneth Adkins, on April 21, 2012; by his parents; sister, Beatrice McCadden and brother, Aubyn Lester Adkins.
He is survived by his beloved wife of 60 years, Letitia Smith Adkins; daughter, Camille Adkins and husband, Larry Bromley of Ft. Worth, TX; son, Scott Davidson Adkins and wife, Naomi of Shongaloo, LA; grandchildren, Kacie Czapla and husband, Ty, Whitney Hargis and husband, Casey, Clint Adkins, Stephanie Adkins, Emily Clavier and husband, Brett.
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Memories and Condolences
for Miles Adkins
Sara Mayberry (McCadden)
December 10, 2012
Dear Family,
You are all in my thoughts. I pray that you find the strength you need to get through this time. Find comfort in your memories. Looking at all the pictures of Ken and his family certainly made me smile. What a wonderful life.
Ellis Smith Smith
December 7, 2012
I appreciate Ken and my sister Letitia being exceptionally kind to my son in the time of greatest need!
KT McCadden
December 7, 2012
"Beloved wife of sixty years." What an amazing gift for both of you! Aunt Tisha, Camille and Scott, cherish your memories and comfort each other. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. The picture of Uncle Ken reminded me how much he and my mother looked like each other, and how much they both looked like Gran. Precious memories.
Marilou McCadden Eldridge
December 6, 2012
I have so many precious memories of my summers in Louisiana. One thing that stands out is how much Uncle Ken loved Aunt Tisha and my cousins. The video was very special. Love to all.
Carl Lawson
December 6, 2012
To the Atkins family my deepest sympathy.
Scott,
Having been able to work with your Dad in my early years of the oilfield in this area; his knowledge and stern guidance were appreciated. The many long cold sleepless nights seem like a distant memory. He will be remembered by many in this industry for a long time.
Jerry Hayes
December 6, 2012
You are in our thoughts and prayers. May God strengthen and comfort you during this difficult time.
Jerry and Linda Hayes
Alvis and Donna Coleman
December 6, 2012
we are so sorry for your loss. may God give you peace and comfort throught the days ahead.
Ophelia Carroll
December 6, 2012
My sympathy to all the family.
Gary Hale
December 6, 2012
Scot,
So sorry to hear about your father's passing. Take solace in knowing he is in a better place now. My prayers are with you.
Charlene Lewis
December 6, 2012
Dear Mrs. Tish and Family - May your warm memories fill the void that you are experiencing. My prayers are with you all.
Love,
Charlene Lewis
For the Commander, Carroll R. Michaud
December 6, 2012
The Final Salute
“Brothers in Arms”, Military men and women down through the centuries, have traditionally exchanged “Hand Salutes” as a sign of recognition and as a way to render courtesy and respect one to another.
This “Hand Salute” is the last that we shall render to Miles Kenneth Adkins our “Brother-in-Arms”. To his family it symbolizes the love and respect that we have for Ken. And to Ken it is rendered as a symbol of honor and gratitude to thank him for the devoted and selfless service he rendered to his country post WW-II while serving in the U.S. Marine Corps. Ken, you are a true patriot, who served with honor and distinction. You upheld the finest qualities of an American patriot warrior: courage, commitment, generosity, sacrifice, love and devotion to family and country. We bid you a sad farewell. You will be dearly missed from among our ranks. Be at Ease. Rest in Peace.
On behalf of the 1,261 military veteran Legionnaires of Lowe-McFarlane Post 14 of the American Legion, I extend our sympathies and our condolences to Ken's family and loved ones.
Stephen J. Lavery, Commander, American Legion Post 14
5315 S. Lakeshore Drive, Shreveport, LA 71109
December 6, 2012
I remember his as a great friend to my Mom and Dad. Our prayers are with the family.
Don Lee
Elesha Gray Williamson
December 5, 2012
I am so sorry to hear about Mr. Adkins passing. You all are in my prayers.
Miles Adkins
December 5, 2012
May God bless and strengthen you and your family during this time of great loss. You're in our thoughts and prayers.
Roy & Kay Bass
Slack
December 5, 2012
Letitia, You and the children are in our
prayers.
Love you,
Betty & Jerry
Terrah (Eldridge) Hartley
December 5, 2012
In loving memory of a great man. Very sorry for your loss!! I have some good childhood memories of my Great-Uncle Ken!
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