Terry L. Adkins

terry adkins

 Terry L. Adkins, 78, of Camp Grove, Illinois, passed away Sunday, December 6, 2020 at OSF St. Francis Medical Center in Peoria, Illinois.

Cremation rites will be accorded.

Terry was born August 16, 1942 the son of Frank and Vivian (Cinnamon) Adkins.

He married Debra Gunderson in Spring Bay, Illinois on June 18, 1977. She survives in Camp Grove.

Terry is also survived by one son, Brian (Jenny) Adkins of Streator, Illinois; one granddaughter, Alivia Adkins of Streator and one grandson, Mason Adkins of Streator; one brother-in law, Ralph Gunderson of Morton, Illinois; one sister- in law, Tammy Gunderson of Morton;  two nephews: Jayme (Erin) Gunderson of Metamora, Illinois and Jason Gunderson of Germantown Hills, Illinois; two nieces: Melanie (Nate) Burton of Washington, Illinois and Jennifer Gunderson of Washington; and six great-nieces and nephews.

 He was preceded in death by his parents.

 He worked for Caterpillar Inc. for over 30 years.   Terry was a real car enthusiast. He enjoyed customizing and showing cars and reading automobile magazines. He designed and created tools and gadgets. Terry was an animal lover and cared for many stray cats.

 He served in the United States Army and served a majority of time in Germany.

 Memorials may be directed to the ARK shelter in Lacon, Illinois.

 Online condolences may be sent to www.grant-johnsonfh.com.

 

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  1. So sorry Debra, I loved Terry and love you. If you want to fish or hang out and talk you call me!! Love you sooo sorry for your loss. Tracey, Retina consultants of central Illinois.

  2. Sending prayers of peace to Terry’s family. I was only a young child when I knew my cousin’s husband, Terry, but I can remember how kind and happy he always was. I could tell he loved and respected my cousin Debbie a great deal. I know my auntie and uncle will welcome him with open arms in Heaven. Enjoy your forever Terry!

  3. Debra, so very sorry for your loss. Terry’s friendship meant the world to Bill. So grateful you were both in his life. Terry’s kindness will never be forgotten. God bless you. You are in my heart and prayers.

  4. I was saddened to read about Terry’s passing.
    He and I went to school together for 12 years and the first 8 years, we were the only 2 boys in our “huge” class.
    I came across his obituary yesterday because I wanted to call him to wish him a Happy 80th Birthday….. He was a best friend of mine all thru grade school and high school and I admired Terry very much. Many wonderful memories growing up in Osceola.
    We went separate ways after high school (as happens) and I lost his phone #, but I did call him on his 70th birthday.
    My sympathy to your family.
    My e-mail is robertcamey@yahoo.com


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