Arnold Adkisson, 70, of Fitzgerald, died Friday, August 16, 2013, at Tift Regional Medical Center in Tifton.
Private services will be held at a later date.
Mr. Adkisson was born December 30, 1942, in Rebecca to the late Andrew Jackson and Minnie Bell Durley Adkisson. He was a farmer and retired production worker for the Delco Remy battery plant in Fitzgerald. Mr. Adkisson loved to garden and play the guitar as well as mechanic on his equipment.
He is survived by his wife of 48 years: Linda Adkisson of Fitzgerald; a son and daughter-in-law: Donovan & Lea Adkisson of Tifton; three grandchildren: Devon Adkisson, Tyler Adkisson, and Sydney Adkisson; a sister-in-law: Helen Peterson of Ocilla; a brother-in-law: Pete & Mary Oden of Fitzgerald; as well as many nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by several siblings.
In recognition of Mr. Adkisson’s belief in the Second Amendment, the family suggests those desiring to send memorials in lieu of flowers may send them to The National Rifle Association, P.O. Box 420648, Palm Coast, Florida 32142-0648.