Jerry David “Hub” Adkins, 73, of Ashford, WV departed his earthly life on July 19, 2025, to reunite with his son in his Heavenly home. He passed away peacefully with his wife by his side.
Hub was born March 5, 1952, to the late Keister Adkins and Janet Estep Adkins of Ashford, WV. He was also preceded in death by his son Nicholas Adkins; and his sister, Brytha Holstein.
Hub is survived by the love of his life, his devoted wife of 50 years, Rochelle Adkins; daughter, Nichole (Frank) Chambers of Foster, WV; brother, Alan (Brenda) Adkins of Sevierville, TN; grandchildren, Anna Heike, David (Taylor) Adkins, Valley Chambers, Katelyn Adkins, Nicki Adkins, Isaac Adkins, Keely Shaffer, and Braden Morton; great grandchildren, Ronan Heike and Asher Vass; special aunt, Evelyn Adkins. He is also survived by a host of nieces, nephews, friends, and neighbors.
Hub devoted his entire life to his family. He worked as an underground coal miner for more than 40 years to provide the best life possible for his family. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, and shooting pool with his friends every Tuesday. Hub was a deacon and a choir leader of the Rumble Community Baptist Church, where he served as a faithful member for 45 years. He loved his church family dearly.
Service will be 12:00pm, Thursday, July 24, 2025, at Rumble Community Baptist Church with Pastor Richard Harold officiating. Family and friends will gather 30 minutes prior to the service at the church.
Hub was a wonderful person. My husband worked with him and his brother in the mines, and I knew him from church. He will be truly missed, but I know he’s with God and truly happy with no more sickness and pain. May God Bless you and the family.
Hub and went all the through school together. A very good friend and I’ll truely miss him. He also had a smile on his face . My friend, I’ll miss you.
Hub was a very good friend to my husband years ago Thomas Clute they worked for Southern Appalachian coal company.
Hub and Thomas are walking together once again. Prayers for the family during this difficult time.
There was not any any better at friendliness and brotherly kindness exemplified what the Lord one of us to do. That we love one another. He will be deeply missed in the community.