Bea Adkins Obituary
With solemn hearts, we announce the passing of Bea Adkins in Metropolis, Illinois, whose presence will be deeply missed, having departed on September 1, 2024 at the age of 98. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
In the hush of twilight, as the stars twinkle in silent homage, we reflect on the legacy Bea leaves behind and her impact on the lives of her loved ones. Though Bea may no longer walk among us, her spirit lives on in the memories held dear by her family and friends, a guiding light that illuminates their paths in times of darkness.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Bert Woodard and Leffie Harris Woodard; and her siblings, Dick Woodard and Virginia Woodard Hinners. She is survived by: her husband Leonard; her children, Gary Adkins (Bobette Steele) of Metropolis, IL and Linda Arcilesi (Richard Arcilesi) of Charlotte, NC; and her granddaughter Marisa Arcilesi (Lawrence Michlovich) of Fort Lauderdale, FL..
In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial gifts be made to First Christian Church, 420 Catherine Street, Metropolis, IL 62960.
