Margaret Luella Adkinson, age 88, went home to be with the Lord on March 11, 2011. Margaret was born in Toledo, Ohio, May 31, 1922. Margaret moved to Redding from the Los Angeles area approximately 28 years ago. She worked as a nurse and caregiver for approximately 50 years. Margaret is survived by her remaining children Sue McClendon and spouse of Shasta Lake, Mark Adkinson of Palo Cedro, and Lynne Guinn and spouse of Redding. Margaret had five children, 12 grandchildren, 22 great-grand children and one great-great grandchild. Relatives and friends are invited to attend a memorial service and reception on Saturday, March 19th at 2:30 p.m. located at St. James Lutheran Church, 2500 Shasta View Drive, Redding 221-6474. Arrangements are in the care of Lawncrest Chapel (530-222-1587).