Dennis E. Adkins

1956 - 2011

Dennis E. Adkins obituary, 1956-2011, Charlotte, NC

BORN

1956

DIED

2011

FUNERAL HOME

McEwen Funeral and Cremation Service

7428 Matthews-Mint Hill Road

Charlotte, North Carolina

Dennis Adkins Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Sep. 24, 2011.

Dennis, 55, of Charlotte, NC, passed away peacefully at home, 9/24/11, surrounded by his wife, Myra, and daughter, Tiffany, after a yearlong courageous battle against brain cancer.

He was born in Fort Mill, SC on September 18, 1956.

Dennis was employed by Windstream as a Coach Monitor. He was an avid member of Mecklenburg Community Church and loved serving in guest services as a volunteer. He was a previous member of University Hills Baptist Church, where he served as a Deacon and loved singing in the choir. Dennis loved all sports, and loved spending time with family and friends. He enjoyed eating breakfast at Cracker Barrel, Peanut Butter Milkshakes from Cookout, and coffee from Circle K. His favorite meal was eggs over medium prepared by Tiffany.

Dennis fought a good fight; he remained courageous and loving to the very end, with his last words whispered to his daughter and wife, "I love you." This world is a better place because of Dennis. He was a man of integrity, a man willing to give God complete control, willing to serve others, and willing to love unconditionally. Dennis was willing to put away selfish desires and willing to share his struggles with others, in order to give hope that we all can live victoriously as God intended. Dennis served his fellowman, volunteering for over 10 years on a crisis hotline, intervening and touching many strangers' lives. Dennis thought nothing of going to a friend's aid in the middle of the night, and often stopped to help a stranger in need.

Predeceased by his father, Robert, and survived by his wife Myra, daughter Tiffany Cyr, mother Eunice Adkins, son-in-law Jamie Cyr, grandchildren Adam Cyr and Hannah-Grace Cyr, and many other family and friends.

The family expresses gratitude to all staff of Duke Medical Center, Presbyterian Hospital Huntersville, Dr. Ippolito, and Dr. Haggstrom (with a special thank you to Michelle), and Hospice and Palliative Care of Charlotte. Thank you for making a difference in our lives.

A service to celebrate Dennis' life will be held at Independence Hill Baptist Church at 11 a.m.Tuesday, September 27, 2011. Visitation will be in the Family Life Center, room 504, at Independence Hill Baptist Church, Huntersville NC from 9:45 - 10:45. Interment immediately following service at 12:30 p.m. at Charlotte Memorial Gardens.

In lieu of flowers please consider donations to Mecklenburg Community Church, Independence Hill Baptist Church (Hearts and Hammers), Hospice and Palliative Care of Charlotte, or Caringbridge.org.

Condolences to the family may be offered at www.mcewenminthillchapel.com.

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January 24, 2012

tommy funderburk

havent seen dennis in many years loved hem as a brother he was my frist cosine my name is tommy funderburk

November 27, 2011

Myra

Dennis
I miss you so very much. You were the most wonderful husband any women could ever want. You were an awesome Dad to Tiffany, and a wonderful pepere to Adam and Hannah-Grace. You truly cherished us, and gave unconditional love. You always looked at the positive side of things, and made the best of all situations. You were my rock.

Even in your illness, you never complained. Your love and concern for others was evident in how you served mankind. I know I was blessed to have been your wife for 32 years. I will see you again in heaven....until then, I'll attempt to carry your message of hope to the world.

I love you, forever and always.
With all my love,

November 27, 2011

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October 11, 2011

Jeff & Vickie Adkins

Myra & Tiffany we want you to know me & Jeff are still praying for your family. We would love to do something to help you if you would just let us know. We want to come visit again soon. WE LOVE YOU!!!

September 28, 2011

Molly Sutton

I worked with Dennis at CarMax and all of us here were saddened to learn of his tumor. He was a great guy! My daughter also died last year with a brain tumor. I will continue to remember you in my prayers, and I know Dennis will continue to watch over all of you.

September 28, 2011

Dear Myra and family we are all so sorry for your loss. all of our thoughts and prayers are with you. Guest Services at POH

September 28, 2011

Dear Myra and Tiffany:
Tony and I are so sorry about Dennis's passing and we are praying for your family. We both have such fond memories of you guys and he will be missed dearly by many.
Love
Tony and Lynn King

September 27, 2011

Shannon B

Adkins Family,
Dennis will be missed. He was a great and wonderful man. He always knew how to make you smile and cheer you up. . even if you were having the baddest of days. Thoughts and prayers are with the entire family.

September 26, 2011

David & Cindy Morris

Dear Myra,

I am so sorry to hear about Dennis. We want you to know you are in our thoughts and prayers.

September 26, 2011

Karen Sellers

Dearest Myra and Family,

I was SO saddened to hear of Dennis's passing! I had NO idea what you had endured! My heart goes out to you, and I pray that our Lord and Savior will comfort you and bring peace, somehow, someday. You are all in my thoughts and prayers!
Karen Sellers

September 26, 2011

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September 26, 2011

Lorie Merwin

I would like to send my condolences to the family & friends of Dennis. I worked along side of him at Windstream for a few years. Dennis would light up the room with his positive energy, contagious laugh/smile and humble personality. It was very rare to see him without a cup of coffee in hand. Dennis will be truely missed.

September 26, 2011

Sarah Tucker Parker

Myra,
My heart goes out to you. Sincere condolences to you and your family. I will pray for God to comfort you in the days ahead. Much love, Sarah (Tucker) Parker

September 26, 2011

Eva Charlton

Dennis was a wonderful, upbeat and friendly man. It was nice to have had the pleasure to work with him at Windstream. His smile would always light up the place. I am so sorry to hear this. He will be greatly missed. My condolences to his family.

September 26, 2011

I worked with Dennis @ windstream/ he will be greatly missed! I will be praying for the famlily!

September 26, 2011

Dennis was my coach monitor at Windstream and he will be missed dearly. Yvette Gadson

September 26, 2011

Grant Harris

I first met Dennis when our families both attended Whiting Avenue Baptist Church. Our shared love of sports made for an instant friendship. I have fond memories of Sunday afternoon basketball and football games and volleyball at our church recreation nights. Dennis had a great sense of humor and was always ready with a practical joke. His fun loving spirit was contagious and he'll be missed. My thoughts and prayers are with Myra, Tiffany, Eunice and all the family

September 26, 2011

This is so sad to hear. Dennis was a great person, husband, father and friend. I enjoyed talking to him every morning, he always brightened my day. ~Kristen Helms

September 26, 2011

I worked with Dennis. He was such a nice guy. Always positive and friendly. He will be missed.

September 26, 2011

Peggy Almond

Tiffany, what a great man. You are so fortunate to have had him, even if it was a short time on this earth. Cherish your memories, remember all your stories to share with your children as they grow. Love to you and your Mom, Tiff. He is already healed.

September 26, 2011

Myra, and family, We were very sorry to here about Dennis. We have kept your family in our prayers, and will continue to do so. God bless you all. Sincerely, Richard and Debbie White

September 26, 2011

I would like to express my deepest sympathy to your family. Knowing that God is near to those who are broken hearted, Psalms 36:18, helps me in times of distress and I hope you can find some comfort in this difficult time.

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