Larry Douglas Adkins

Larry Douglas Adkins, 76, of Vermilion, died Monday, March 4, 2019 at Mercy New Life Hospice after a lengthy illness. He was born June 2, 1942 in McDowell, KY and had been a Vermilion resident for the past 49 years moving from Lorain. Larry worked for Ford Motor Co., Lorain as a Relief Man for 30 years retiring in 1997. He was an avid fisherman and enjoyed yard work, flower gardening, and attending Bluegrass music festivals. He is survived by his wife of 55 years, Joyce (nee Combs) Adkins of Vermilion; son, Warren Douglas Adkins of Vermilion; daughter, Lana Renee (Kevin) Adkins Pruitt of Lawrenceburg, KY, and his sister, Mary Joyce (Billy) Adkins Bates of Lexington, KY. He was preceded in death by his parents, Lawrence and Nettie (nee Scalf) Adkins; grandson, Jacob Tyler Cambell; and his brother, Billy Joe Adkins. Private services where held. The family suggests memorial contributions to American Heart Association, 455 N. High Street, Columbus, OH 43214. Online condolences may be made at www.riddlefuneralhome.com.