Walker Lee (Rock) Adkins, 77, of Fairland, passed away Thursday August 29, 2024 at his residence.
He was born April 1, 1947 in Dearborn, MI. to Myrle Adkins and Ruby Adkins.
Walker graduated from Franklin Community High School in 1966.
He retired from Doug’s Welding and also worked for 50 years within the fencing business.
He attended of Mt. Calvary Missionary Baptist Church in Acton.
Walker was an avid collector of many things.
He married Janet (Dobbins) Adkins on June 7, 1967 and she preceded him in death on March 22, 2021.
He is survived by his son, Brian (wife, Gracia) Adkins and daughter, Lori (husband, Rick) Gregory; 4 grandchildren and 5 great-grandchildren; his sisters, Betty, Mary, Rita, Cindy, Helena, Barb and Beatrice; his brother, David.
He was preceded in death by his brother, Sammy, Scott; his sister, Patty and his step-mother, Edith.
Visitation will be Friday, September 6, 2024 from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. at Murphy-Parks Funeral Service, 703 S. Harrison Street, Shelbyville, IN 46176.
Funeral services will follow at 6 p.m. at the funeral home with Rev. Bobby Jewel and Rev. Harvey Weaver officiating.
Funeral Directors, Greg Parks, Sheila Parks and Stuart Parks are honored to serve Walker’s family.
Online condolences may be shared at www.murphyparks.com.
