Harvey Joe Adkins

Harvey Joe Adkins, of Akron, Ohio passed away peacefully in his sleep on Tuesday, June 22, 2021 at 7:30 a.m. He was the last of 9 children born to Joseph and Polly Adkins in Wayne, West Virginia on January 28, 1937. Harvey fought a valiant battle with MS and diabetes, but they didn't win, he did! He's now with his family and friends in Heaven with his Savior, Jesus Christ.

He loved Bluegrass music. Harvey played the banjo with various bands around the area. His proudest moment was playing a show with Bill Monroe in Cleveland. He also thoroughly enjoyed playing with his old friend and pastor, Glenn Rogers, Sr. Harvey retired from Akron City School Board and was a member of Temple Baptist Church in Green, Ohio. He also belonged to the Masons for over 50 years.

Harvey was preceded in death by his parents and 8 siblings. He will be sadly missed by his loving wife of nearly 64 years, Winifred (Blankenship) Adkins and many nieces and nephews, especially Danvel.

His family would like to acknowledge Glenn Rogers, Jr., preacher, pastor and friend as well as all the nurses and caregivers that provided him with excellent care.

Family and friends are invited to visit Tuesday, June 29, 2021 from 12 noon to 1 p.m. at Newcomer, Akron Chapel, 131 N. Canton Rd. The funeral service will immediately follow at 1 p.m. at the funeral home. Interment at East Liberty Cemetery.