Ronald Martin-Adkins Obituary
The family of Ronald Martin-Adkins of Candler, North Carolina announces his passing on August 1, 2026. Ronald, born on August 23, 1946, is remembered by family, friends, and others who shared time and connection. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.
Family, friends, and acquaintances remember Ronald for his warmth, thoughtfulness, and the moments shared together. While he will be deeply missed, the influence he had on the lives around him remains. Loved ones will reflect on the time spent together. Ronald’s memory will live on in the hearts of friends and family, a lasting reminder of the connections and experiences he brought to the world.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Eugene L. P. Adkins and Faye Eileen Kindy Adkins. He is survived by: his wife Alice Martin-Adkins (Martin); his children, Nathaniel Drew Martin-Adkins of Asheville, NC and Myra Jordan (Mathew) of Candler, NC; his grandchildren, Javin River Jordan of Candler, NC. and Lewis Arbor Jordan of Candler, NC.; his siblings, Marsha Summers (Charlie) of Richmond, VA, Tom Adkins (Marilee) of Jacksonville, FL and Linda Coombs (Greg) of Lake Forest, CA.; and his sister-in-law Binna Martin (Roberta Kenner) of Knoxville, TN.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Narrow Ridge Earth Literacy Center, 1936 Liberty Hill Road, Washburn, TN 37888, to the First Congregational United Church of Christ Earth Justice Team (linked here) or to an earth-focused or environmental cause of choice.
