Kathryn Anne Adkins
August 14, 1953 ~ March 5, 2012
Services:
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Saturday, March 10, 2012 at 10:00 AM in St. Joseph’s Catholic Church, Morganza, MD., with Fr. Keith Woods officiating.
Visitation:
The family will receive friends on Friday, March 9, 2012 in the Mattingley-Gardiner Funeral, Leonardtown, MD., from 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM with prayers recited at 6:00 PM.
Kathryn (Kathy) Yates Adkins, 58, of Mechanicsville, MD passed away March 5, 2012 peacefully at her home. Born on August 14, 1953 in Leonardtown, MD. Kathy was the daughter of the late Jake and Margy Yates. Kathy was a lifelong resident of St. Mary’s County. She loved playing cards, listening to music and spending time with family and friends. Kathy is survived by her loving husband Ronnie D. Adkins of 33 years. In addition, to her husband, Kathy is survived by her son, Kevin D. Adkins of Mechanicsville, MD., Mother-in-Law Martha Adkins of Mineral, VA, siblings; Chris Yates of Morganza, MD., Tracey Yates of Clements, MD., Joey Yates(Beth) of Leonardtown, MD. Uncles John B. Yates (Patsy) of Clements, MD., Donald Clarke of Mechanicsville, MD. Aunts, Jeannette Foley of North Palm Beach, FL., Linda Williams of Loveville, MD., Donie Alvey (Jackie), Georgia Nelson and Winnie Kopacko of Clements, MD. 10 nephews, 5 nieces, 4 great-nephews, 1 great-niece and many cousins. The Family will receive friends in the Mattingley-Gardiner Funeral Home, Leonardtown, MD., for Kathy’s Life Celebration on Friday, March 9, 2012 from 4:00-7:00 PM with prayers recited at 6:00PM. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on March 10, 2012 in St. Joseph’s Catholic Church, Morganza, MD at 10:00 AM with Father Keith Woods officiating. Interment will follow in Queen of Peace Catholic Cemetery, Helen, MD. Serving as pallbearers will be; Dale Yates, Joey Vallandingham, Timmy Yates, John Bowen, Darren Alvey, Roy Williams, and Kenny Smith. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to St. Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105 or Hospice of St. Mary’s County, P.O. Box 625 Leonardtown, MD 20650.
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“To all that knew and loved Kathy, I know by experience that: trust puts anxiety to rest and the peace of God, which transcends all understanding of what’s happening right now, will guard your hearts and minds. You will get through all that has to be taken care of… just remember to take care of yourselves first (that’s hard to do, but it is the most important piece). Take solace in knowing that the Lord saw Kathy’s unformed body and her ordained days on this earth were written in His book before one of them came to be. Believe that God is sufficient – His Grace is sufficient for you and His power is made perfect in your weakness – for when you are weak, He is strong. Lean into the arms of Jesus, let Him hold you. Picture yourself crawling into His lap and resting your head on His chest – and tell Abba Father (Daddy God) just how it is, He’s waiting… Life is preparation for eternity. I believe that when our loved ones are taken away, they were taken away from evil and are given peace. Those who live as God wants, find rest in death. May God’s love heal your sorrow and His peace replace your heartachce with warm loving memories. Always remember that Kathy will be a bigger part of your future than what time you had her here on earth – because eternity never ends. She will always be as close as a memory, and the God of all comfort is always as close as a prayer. Sharing in your sorrow, Janet & Richard (Flick) Pilkerton “
“Tracey & Family, How sorry we are to hear of Kathy’s passing..Such a loss of such a beautiful spirit..Your family was given a gift with Kathy and her sweet sweet personality and her great wit but mostly her sincere kindness..She will truly be missed but has left such a legacy..We will keep you all in our prayers and our hearts…..God bless”
“Tracey,Chris,Joey and Family, We are so sorry to hear of Kathy’s passing. We will keep you in our prayers. Just try to remember all of the good times.”
“Thoughts and prayers go out to Kathy’s family at this sad time. Your good memories will be a great comfort. We will never forget her beautiful smile and contagious laugh.”
“Tracey, So sorry to hear about “Sista”. May your memories help you through these sad times. Keeping your family in my thoughts and prayers.”
“Tracey and Family – We are so sorry to hear of your dear “Sista’s” passing. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. “
“I am so thankful I had the opportunity to meet Kathy. Her heart was full of love for life and family — her smile would light up a room! Kathy, you will be missed and may those who know and love you desire heaven more because you are there! “In the evening of life, we will be judged on love alone.” St. John of the Cross”
“To all of Kathy’s family, we are so sad to hear of your loss. What an awesome person she was and always had a smile for everyone. God took another angel home.”
“I was so blessed to become reacqainted with Kathy after many years soon after she had been diagnosed during which time we were blessed to share our faith. What courage and strength she possessed. Wow. The “pitch” card parties hosted so amazingly by her Dear Cousin Frannie will be remembered (and cherished) forever. She was truly an amazing human being. None could light up a room quite like her. She is in an even brighter light now and making her way to a heavenly mansion in God’s presence. My deepest sympathies to all of the family and my heartfelt prayers will remain with each of you. With love, Becky”
“Tracey, Chris & Joey, So sorry to hear about Kathy’s passing. We’ll surely miss her smiles and great sense of humor. She was a beautiful women through and through. Take Care, God Bless.”
“”Tracey and family, Sorry to hear about Kathy’s passing. I will keep you and all in my thoughts and prayers.””
“Ronnie, Kevin, Chris, Tracey and Joey: I’ve known Kathy since we were in grade schools together and remember spending many happy hours trhoughout the years with her and her family. I will truly miss her. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.”
“Thinking of you often during this difficult time.”
“My thoughts and prayers are with you during this time of sorrow. May the many happy memories that you shared with Kathy carry you through the difficult times ahead. “
“Tracey, Sending our condolences to you and your family on the loss of such a beautiful person. Kathy has inspired so many lives with her strong will. Please know that we are here for you, if there is anything we can do. Keep the memories close to help you through the difficult days ahead. The Long’s”
“Tracey, and Yates and Adkins families. I am so very sorry for your loss. I remember Kathy as always having that great smile. Tracey, you have wonderful memories of your “sista” Kathy that will carry you through these very sad and difficult days ahead. Just know that she is no longer suffering and has her wings wrapped around you all. My thoughts and prayers are with each of you.”
“Tracy, I am so sorry to hear of Kathy’s passing. I will always remember the good times we had and the fond memories of how we met “At the Hair Co!!” Said you have to get a BING BING to receive a NICE BLING BLING!!! She always knew how to put a smile on my face!! She will be forever missed!! You and your family will be in my thoughts and prayers…..”
“Tracey, Chris and Joey, I am so sorry to hear of Kathy’s passing. Please know, you have my deepest Sympathy. I remember her from many years ago and that beautiful smile always. God Bless you all. Please take good care.”
“My heart is breaking as I read this. But I know she is now at peace. I will cherish the past few days that I was able to spend with her. Seeing her smile on Thursday is something that will stay with me forever. She was a dear friend. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Love you.”
“Tracey – my heartfelt condolences to you on the loss of your “sista”; I know she meant the world to you! You will always have fond memories of your times together; and she will forever be in your heart! She is free from pain and suffering and will always be your Angel in Heaven, waiting for your arrival. If there is anything at all I can do for you; or your family, please do not hesitate to call/text/email – you know how to get in touch with me. Thinking of you during this very difficult time!”
“Kathy has sure earned her wings. We will miss her quick wit and sense of humor. She always made us smile. She was such a kind, loving person and we will surely miss her. Please know that we are praying for all of you. Call if you need anything.”
“Ronnie, Kevin, Chris, Tracey and Joey; you had a wonderful wife, mother and sister. She was also a wonderful friend and will be missed greatly”
“To the family of Kathy we are sorry to hear of her passing, please know our thoughts and prayers are with you all. She always had a smile, spoke when you would see her out. Keep her great memories close to your hearts forever. Take Care.”
“Our thoughts and prayers are with her family. Just know that others care and share in your sorrow. Heaven got a Most Beautiful Angel. Love You All Bunches!! XOXOXO”
“So, so sorry to hear of “Sista’s” passing. We all loved her and will miss her. Kathy touched so many lives and left such “good ripples” in this world. She’s earned her wings! You all are in our prayers and thoughts and if there is anything you need, please ask. “
“Tracey and family so sorry to hear about Kathy, I remember her when we all hung around together, she was a happy, kind and bubbly person. My prayers to you all. “
“Tracey, Chris, Joey, and families, So sorry to hear about Kathy’s passing. We’re keeping you all in our thoughts and prayers.”
“So sorry to hear of Kathy’s passing..she fought a courageous battle…you know she’s guiding you from Heaven…you are in our thoughts and prayers”
“Ron and family, We are so sorry to hear that your wife / mother has passed. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers. “
“we are sorry to hear that Kathy has gone home to rest. May God Bless you & we love you. We are going miss her. “
“We are so sorry to hear about Kathy’s passing. She was such a sweet lady. She will be missed by many.”
“Tracey, deepest sympathy to you on the passing of your sister, Kathy. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family during this most difficult time.”
“Tracey, Chris and Joey We were so sorry to hear about Kathy’s death. There are no words that will ease the loss you feel but she is with God and at peace. “
“Tracy, Chris & Joey. I just heard of Kathy’s passing and so sad, but remembering all the Halloween’s we all spent at our house, eating spaghetti and trick-or-treating in town. Our Mom’s enjoyed it as much as we did. I will always remember Kathy with a smile. Please accept my sincere sympathy.”
“My thoughts and prayers are with the entire family.”
“Tracey, I am so sorry to hear about your sister’s passing. From what people say she was a wonderful crazy person just like you. I’m sure she will be missed my everyone who knew her. “
“Tracey – My heart aches for you in your loss. You have such wonderful memories of your “sista”. She was blessed to have you. Take it one day at a time and know your friends are here for you.”
“”To all of Kathy’s family, I am so sad to hear of your loss. Kathy was a great person she will be missed. “
“Ronnie, Kevin and Family, Sorry to hear about Kathy’s passing. I will always remember a smiling face and cheerful demeanor that she seemed to have even in trying times. Peace and Love, Dave and Sue”
“So sorry to hear of Kathy’s passing. She was a great person who was always smiling and kind to others. Prayers are with the family.”
“”Somewhere a journey begins at the end of the worldly existence we know, Somewhere a path stretches over the stars and rivers of memories flow….Somewhere a silence is heard far away and the brightness of day fills the night, Where the trials of life are resolved into peace when a soul finds its way to the light.” Bye, Kathy – thank you for your kindness, friendship and the wonderful sense of humor that you had. I will never forget you!”
“My Deepest Sympathy to Kathy’s family, I am so sorry, My love and prayers are with you all. xoxo”
“Chris, sending all our love to you and your family. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you all.”
“May God comfort you as you grieve the loss of Kathy. She was one of the sweetest people I knew. Now she has taken her Beautiful smile to Heaven.Take Care.”
“Sorry for your loss and our thoughts and prayers are with your family. May her smile keep shining down upon us all. “
“To Kathy’s famiy: I am so sorry for your loss. Kathy waa a breath of fresh air. She will be your guardian angel watching over you all. She will be in my thoughts and prayers. Take care of each other.”
“Joey,Beth,Chris,Tracey,Ronnie,and Kevin, Kathy was such a wonderful lady, always caring about others more than herself. She was so much fun to be around. Her laugh will always be remembered. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.”
” Tracey, Chris,, Joey and family We are so sorry for your loss. You will be in our thoughts and prayers. Kathy was always so friendly whenever we saw her. God bless you all.”
“To the entire family, we are so sorry to hear of Kathy’s passing–we understand she fought quite a brave battle with her illness. Please know you are all in our thoughts at this time and she is now resting in peace. “
“Tracey and family, we are sorry to hear about your sister. May she rest in peace. The Lee’s”
“So sorry to hear of Aunt Kathy’ s passing. She was a wonderful lady who always knew how to light up the room with her smile and personality. It was great to see her at Lauren & Patrick’s wedding last July. To the entire family – you are in our thoughts and prayers! “
“Tracey and Family, so sorry to hear about Kathy. Everytime I saw her she was always a very happy, kind and bubbly person. I am keeping you in my thoughts and prayers.”
“So sorry to hear of her passing. Her picture truly says so much about about Kathy and her love of people and life itself. She struggled to enjoy what time she had left here with family and friends. We were blessed to have the chance to visit with her and Tracey and Joey in the hospital in October. Our prayers and sympathy to her husband Ronnie and son Kevin and to her brothers Chris and Joey and sister Tracey. Our love goes out to Patsy and Johnny and Franny and Timmy and all other family members who were there for her through the good times and surrounded her as she fought her illness. She is at home now with her parents and all those who rest in the Lord.”
“All, Kathy will surely be missed. Her smile and laugh could always light up a room. Her tenderness and thoughtfulness touched everyone that knew her. Of course if the song “Celebrate Good Times Come On” came on you can bet Sista’s feet would hit the floor. My love to you all.”
“Tracey,Ronnie, Kevin, Joey, and Chris, so sorry for your loss our thoughts and prayers are with you. Kathy will surely be missed by many.”
“Tracey, and Family- It takes a long time to get used to the loss of someone we love, But it’s important to remember that when people die, they leave something very special behind, they leave us memories of many things they said and did, and as long as we have those memories, the people we love will live on in our hearts and minds. If there is anything I can do please just let me know.”
“Tracey, Chris and Joey, Our thoughts and prayers are with you…Kathy is no longer suffering and always know that she is smiling and watching over you and guiding you along the way….”
“Our thoughts and prayers are with your family. Kathy was such a special person. She will be missed. “
“Tracey, Chris, Joey, and families, My thoughts and prayers are with you during this time of sorrow.”
“Chris, Tracey, Joey, Patsy & Johnny, Frannie and Timmy: Sorry for the loss of your sister, niece, and cousin. I missed visiting with some of you in October but looked fondly on your old home from Aunt Betty’s and when I drove by. Lots of good memories. Best of memories to you and yours to soften your sadness and carry you forward. “
“Kathy was such a friendly and sweet person who always had a smile on her face and showed kindness to everyone. My thoughts and prayers go out to the entire family.”
“Tracey and Family, Kathy was a gift that was given to us for awhile and now she is with her Heavenly Family and Smiling down on us. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.”
“TRACEY SO SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT KATHY, MY PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU”
“We were deeply sadden to hear of Kathy’s passing. She was a wonderful person with a heart of gold. She will be missed by many in the community. We send our thoughts and prayers to each and everyone of you. May your many fond memories of Kathy get you through this very difficult time. Tommy and Rose “
“Tracey and family I am so sorry to hear of Kathy’s passing I did not know she had been Ill.She was a sweet person I will keep your in my prayer and thoughts.”Take care”. “
“My condolences to your family. What a sweet, sweet lady she was. God Bless you all and may you find comfort in her memories. “
“Ronnie,Kevin,family I can honestly say that heaven has gained an angel whose name you know.There has never been a time that I was in Kathy’s company that I did not enjoy her,she was always pleasant and so enjoyable to be around.Kathy’s smile was contagious and she will be sadly missed at our family reunion.I am in South Carolina now but I am praying and thinking of you all.This has been a tough 2012 thus far but heaven is just getting sweeter and sweeter!Love you so very very much…Web,Tammie,Adam Baker”
“My deepeset sympathies go to you and your son, Ronnie.”
“Tracey and family, Sorry for your loss. You all are in my prayers.”
“What sadness I feel to hear of my dear friends passing. She and I were so close in school. Her spirit and humor could get you through anything. My mom spoke of her often and had great fondness for her. I feel so empty but know she is in a better place and probably has all the souls with her laughing at us right now. Oh I love her! My prayers and thoughts are with her family now. God Bless”
“TRACEY,CHRIS,JOEY & FAMILY, WE ARE SO SORRY TO HEAR OF YOUR SISTER’S PASSING. OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU AT THIS SAD TIME. MAY SHE REST IN PEACE.”
“Tracey and Family, Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this sorrowful time. Kathy was such a fun loving girl always, and will truly be missed by all. “
“”Chris, Tracey, Joey and Family”, I just heard today of Kathy’s passing and I was saddened that I was not able to show my condolences in person. Kathy was a lovely person and a joy to be around. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. “
“Kathy was one heck of a woman. Our heartfelt sympathy goes out to the family. She always had a smile and a good word for people. Our heart aches as we realize what a gem we have lost, but we know God only takes the best for his garden. Fly high, Fly free my friend.”
“To Kathy’s family – Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this very sad time. There are no words that can ease the pain … just know that she will always be with you, watching and protecting. Remember all of the happy times that you shared with her. “
“We were so sorry to hear of Kathy’s passing. We will miss her warm smile and upbeat personality. I hope someone up there in heaven can take over Donnie’s “job” and keep her laughing. Prayers and hugs for all of you.”
“I was very saddened and shocked to hear that Kathy had passed. She and I graduated high school together in 1971. It seems like more and more of use are crossing over. I never knew a more delightful person. My sincerest condolances to her family.”
“To the Adkins & Yates Families: You are in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.”