Raleigh Gerald Adkins

Raleigh Gerald Adkins, 90, of Huntington died peacefully on July 24 at the Emogene Dolin Jones Hospice House. He spent many years working as a laboratory technician at Novamont Corporation, later known as Aristech and currently known as Braskem Chemical. Raleigh was born on May 24, 1933 at Saint Mary’s Hospital, a son of Raleigh and Willie Sipple Adkins. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Joyce Marlene Ross Adkins and his precious lifelong friend Ernest Dolin. He is survived by his daughters Laura Adkins and Tammy (Allen) Burner as well as two grandchildren who were as close to him as any children could ever be. Raleigh is also survived by his sister, Janice Carol Adkins Michael and a host of nieces and nephews that he loved as if they were his own. In addition, Raleigh was blessed with brothers-in-law who were more like brothers to him, and more faithful friends than he could count. We would like to thank everyone involved with Hospice of Huntington, even those that we never saw, for their innumerable services and acts of kindness. If it is possible to make such a painful loss easier, these people certainly did everything in their power. Funeral services will be held at 10:00 AM on Friday July 28 at the White Chapel mausoleum, with Deacon Tom Ross officiating. In lieu of flowers, we encourage contributions to Hospice of Huntington. Reger Funeral Home is assisting the family. Online condolences may be made to the family at www.regerfh.com.