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Wilmer (Wimp) Emanuel Adkins

Posted By Haskett Funeral Homes On May 4, 2012 @ 3:01 PM In Exeter,Obituary | 29 Comments

Wilmer (Wimp) Emanuel Adkins

Passed away at South Huron Hospital, Exeter on Friday, May 4, 2012 of Exeter in his 89th year.  Dear husband of Grace A. (Upshall) Adkins.  They celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary on February 16, 2012.  Father of Dianne and Bill Dietrich of Waterloo, Bruce and partner Brett McLennan of Kitchener, Audrey and Peter Dakin of London and Sueanne Adkins of Exeter.  Grandfather of Tim and Rosie Dietrich, Christopher Dietrich; Lauren Dakin and Gregory Dakin and great-grandpa Wilmer to Vanessa and Charlotte Dietrich.  Brother of Stewart and Janice of Winnipeg, Jack of Clinton and Donald and Diane of Sarnia.  Brother-in-law of Joyce Adkins, Margaret Upshall, Elaine Harburn, Bob Upshall and Jeanette Clarke, Doug and Faye Upshall and Don and Betty Upshall.  He will be sadly missed by many nieces, nephews and cousins.  Predeceased by his parents Henry and Violet (Fuss) Adkins, brother Howard, sister Shirley Powell and her husband Ernie, brothers-in-law Jack Upshall and Don Harburn and sister-in-law Beverly Adkins and Kay Cook.

Wilmer drove a transport truck for Hensall Co-Op, Guenther Tuckey and Laidlaw Transport.  He was a member of the IOOF Lodge #67 for 73 years.  He enjoyed curling, lawn bowling and watching his grandchildren’s sports.

Friends may call at the Haskett Funeral Home, 370 William Street, (1 street west of Main), Exeter on Tuesday 2-4 and 7-9 PM where the funeral service will be held on Wednesday, May 9th at 11 AM with Rev. Paul Ross officiating.

There will be an Oddfellows Service in the funeral home on Tuesday afternoon at 4 PM.

Interment Staffa Cemetery.

Donations to the South Huron Hospital Foundation, the Exeter United Church or Camp Trillium-Childhood Cancer Support (Garratt’s Island Capital Fund) would be appreciated by the family.

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Wilmer (Wimp) Emanuel Adkins

Condolences for the family of “Wilmer (Wimp) Emanuel Adkins”

Condolence from Dianne Gerstenkorn Weber on May 4th, 2012 6:24 PM

Dear Grace and family
My thoughts and prayers are with you. Remember the good times and Wilmer will live forever in your hearts
Dianne

Condolence from The Middletons on May 4th, 2012 6:59 PM

Grace, Sueanne and family. We are so sorry to hear of Wilmer’s passing. He was such a fabulous part of our Sanders Street family for so many years. Memories that neither Gary nor I will ever forget. Know he’s in a better place. Our hearts and prayers are with each and every one of you in this very difficult time.

Gary, Jo-Ann, Marshall & Katie

Condolence from Lori and Brent Clarke on May 4th, 2012 9:42 PM

So sorry to hear of your Dad’s passing. Our thoughts are with all of you.

Condolence from Kendra & Gord Craig on May 4th, 2012 10:37 PM

Our deepest condolences to the whole Adkins family. Many great memories of the friendly, welcome atmosphere that Grace and Wimp showed to all friends who came and went from their home.

Condolence from Jack Smith on May 5th, 2012 6:53 AM

It was with sorrow I read Wilmer has passed away and my condolences Grace to you and all the family.
Few of us now left from SS3 school days.

Condolence from Dave Frayne and Cathy Cade on May 5th, 2012 7:04 AM

To Grace, Dianne,Bruce Audrey and Sueanne:
We are sorry to learn of Wilmer’s passing. So many memories of him at the Curling Club, Sexsmith Airport, Pig tail suppers and at the coffee shop.. His love was his family and anything to do with trucking and dancing..
He will be missed.

Condolence from Laurie Paciocco on May 5th, 2012 8:17 AM

Hi Bruce (& Brett) Although I did not have the pleasure of meeting your Dad and do not know your extended family, you spoke so often of them in the past couple of years when we worked together I feel like I do. In readying the write up with such family history and reviewing the photos, it is obvious that your parents raised a family to be close and having celebrated a 60th wedding anniversary certainly a committed family man…a wonderful legacy considering today’s statistics! Please know that I am sorry for your loss and wish you and your family peace after such a difficult time these past few weeks. Your friend, Laurie

Condolence from Leonor Brockwell on May 5th, 2012 8:24 AM

We are so sorry to hear of your loss. We will keep you all in our prayers. He will be sadly missed by all who knew him.
Take care my friend, Dianne and please kiss your mom for me.
Leonor and the staff at St. Agnes.

Condolence from Tom and Carol Arthur on May 5th, 2012 8:39 AM

Tom and I wish to offer our sincere sympathy for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this time.

Condolence from Dennis and Barb Powell on May 5th, 2012 10:34 AM

Sending our love and condolence to Aunt Grace and all of the family.

Condolence from Joyce Baptie on May 5th, 2012 4:04 PM

Grace and family,
My thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this time.
Joyce Baptie

Condolence from Tina Hayes on May 6th, 2012 7:28 PM

To Audrey (and Peter): I enjoyed seeing the very nice photos of your family. Sorry for your loss–hold on to all the happy memories.
Tina

Condolence from Bill and Donna Perry on May 7th, 2012 7:43 AM

Grace and family – Sorry to hear of your loss. Deepest synpathy.
Bill and Donna

Condolence from Steve and Karen Tiffin on May 7th, 2012 7:51 AM

Diane, Bill and family
We are so sorry to hear of the passing of your dad. We remember him well from when the kids played hockey together, he was such an avid fan. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time in your lives.

Condolence from SEXSMITH PILOTS LIMITED on May 7th, 2012 9:32 AM

Dear Grace and family.
On behalf of the pilots and all Wilmers friends at Sexsmith airport please accept our most sincere condolences on his passing. He was one of us and we will miss him greatly. Our thoughts are with you on this sad occasion.
Ron Helm for
Sexsmith Pilots Limited

Condolence from Sharon & Brain Diehl on May 7th, 2012 10:54 AM

Dear Audrey, Pete, Lauren & Greg,
We’re so sorry to hear of your loss. You’re in our thoughts as you go through his very difficult time.

Sharon, Brian, Amber & Chelsea

Condolence from Vera Armstrong on May 7th, 2012 11:00 AM

Grace, Sueanne and family; Thinking of you at this time of sorrow, may all the special memories bring comfort during this difficult time

Vera

Condolence from Liz Campbell(Giffin) on May 7th, 2012 11:45 AM

My deepest sympathy on your loss of “Wimpy” I worked with Wilmer years ago at Laidlaw Transport and I am sure he will be missed by all.
Thinking of you all
Liz Campbell

Condolence from Cheryl Becker (Dowson) on May 7th, 2012 12:39 PM

Dear Adkins family

I was so saddened to read of Wilmer’s passing. As a child, I spent a great deal of time in the Adkins home. Always felt warm and welcomed. Thinking of you all at this very sad time. Big hugs to all.

Condolence from Maary Thompson on May 7th, 2012 12:58 PM

Grace and family, my deepest sympathy in the loss of husband, father and grandfather. Treasure your memories. He will be missed seeing him around town.
Mary

Condolence from Don Cookson on May 7th, 2012 5:42 PM

Dear Bruce and Family
Sorry to hear your father has passed away. My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family at this most difficult time.
Don Cookson

Condolence from Renee and Mike Wills on May 7th, 2012 8:26 PM

Mike and I are so sorry for your loss. We are thinking about you and your family and we are keeping you in our daily prayers.
These beautiful pictures you have posted will forever be a reminder of the wonderful times you have had with your dad. Lots of love.
Renée

Condolence from Janet Buchanan on May 7th, 2012 8:54 PM

Grace and family: My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. I will also have fond memories of Wilmer…

Condolence from Jo Anne Fordham and Michael Adkins on May 8th, 2012 9:07 AM

Dear Aunt Grace and Children,
Mike is on his way, perhaps driving one of Uncle Wilmer’s old routes, but with my mother’s situation I cannot leave now. Bruce and Audrey and families, I believe you know that should you ever want to come to Vicksburg you are welcome, but it is true for all of you. I know Mike always felt that he was always welcome at Uncle Wilmer’s; your husband and dad will be dearly missed by all, and keenly so by more than you might guess. Some people are just in a class by themselves, and he is one of them.
Love,
Jo Anne

Condolence from Flo and Jack Underwood on May 9th, 2012 9:35 AM

Dear Grace and Family.
Our condolences on the passing of Wilmer. We remember our association with you and the family in Exeter. Specifically times at the area for figure Skating. I enjoyed many chats with Wilmer.
Remember the good times of a life well lived.
Regards Flo and Jack Underwood and Family

Condolence from Ross and Marlene Mathers on May 9th, 2012 10:16 AM

Dear Grace and Family: Our deepest sympathy to you and your family on the loss of a dear husband and father. Our thoughts are with you at this very sad time.

Condolence from Susan Oke on May 9th, 2012 1:36 PM

Dear Grace,
I am so sorry to hear about Wilmer. May all of your happy memories help you and your family through this sad time.
Fondest regards,
Susan

Condolence from Elaine Baynham on May 9th, 2012 7:06 PM

Dear Grace and Family, My deepest sympathy to all of you. Wimp was a great guy and will be sadly missed!

Condolence from Marilyn Waldeck on May 10th, 2012 8:45 PM

Grace and Family
I was saddened today to hear of the loss of Wilmer. I am thinking of all of you at this time and hope that all the good memories you hold as a family will lighten the path for you in the days to come.
Marilyn Waldeck

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