I served under Lt/ Capt Adkins at Quantico Correctional Facility in the early 1980’s.  I could go on and on about what a great leader he was, but, more importantly, I believe he was a great person.  My fond memories of him will live as long as I do.
Respectful condolences,
Bob Rockwood
Chief of Police (Ret)
Franklin, Ohio

I think everyone has people who have a positive impact on them throughout their lives.  Captain (at the time) Adkins was one of the people who had an impact on me and I never would forget him.  The way he carried himself in the Marines and treated everyone professionally and equally was so impressive.  I worked for him at the Correctional Facility in Quantico.  I remember when we gave him a rifle when he was being transferred and he became so choked up he was at a lost for words.    It was just a few months ago I was thinking about how badly I felt for not keeping in touch with him.  I thought to myself I wanted to reach out to him and Jan to see how they were doing because I hadn’t sent them a Christmas card for years.  I wasn’t even sure I still had their address.   I had searched the internet but for some reason couldn’t find him.  Today I was moving some stuff around in a spare bedroom and there was an old open Rolodex with their names and address staring me right in the face!!  Wow I thought and immediately looked on the internet again and discovered he had passed away last month.  It brought tears to my eyes because to me he was bigger than life and was going to live forever.  Even though I was so sad of his passing the memories brought a smile to my face.  To the entire family my condolences.  As you well know he was a helluva man!  Semper Fi Devil Dog.  

So sadden to hear of Jimmy's passing. I knew him well all through high school. He was always a perfect gentleman.  So proud of his chosen profession. In my opinion the Marine Corp is the most honorable of our military branches. Job well done Jimmy & thank you for your service. Rest in peace. Thoughts & prayers of comfort for the family. 

My first fishing trip to Rogersville was with Jimmy and Hobart.  I have lots of good memories of Jimmy in our younger years and appreciate his service to our country.

With great respect and deepest sympathy to the family,

Dexter Egan

Jimmy coached our Flag Football and Softball teams. We won the base championship. He was our leader but he never stop being a country boy from Virginia.  Love and Respect.

Love you papa thank you for always being there.

Major Adkins was a wonderful CO when I was stationed at Camp Lejeune NC Base Brig. He will be missed and RIP Sir!
1989-1993

The love they share is that of a storybook love. Everyone should be so lucky to have this kind of love in their lifetime.❤️#50th Wedding Anniversary

One of my favorite memories of Kingsley with her papaw. He was one of her biggest fan and always supported her in everything she ever did. The bond they share will be everlasting ❤️

I am completely heartbroken! Eric and I had the honor of growing up with so many great men in our lives and he was definitely among the greatest. His love of family, friends, football, music, the Marine Corps were heart felt with everything he did. He was a beloved Coach and mentor for too many kids and Marines to name. He was tough on them when he had to be but his sense of humor and pride in them shined through too.  I offer my sincerest prayers, condolences and all my love especially for Jan, the "boys" Shane, John and Chris, his daughters-in-law and all of his grandbabies and great grandbabies. He loved you all so much and he was immensely proud of each of you!

Jimmy was my brother I love him very much we all should forgive because at times like this it’s too late 

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Jimmy Adkins

12 mai 1947 – 7 mai 2022

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