Sara Adkins, 35, of Lakeland passed suddenly Sunday, September 18, 2022. She was a beloved wife, mother, daughter, and friend.
Sara was first and foremost, above all else, a devoted mom. She married her high school sweetheart, James, and supported his military career as they grew their family. She was happiest when spending time with family and friends, and sharing her love of crafting. To know her was truly to love her. She will be deeply missed by family, friends, and all who knew her. While she was taken from us too soon, her spirit lives on through her children.
She is survived by her husband of 14 years, James Adkins Jr. of Lakeland; her children Ashton, 19, Caelum, 13, Corbin, 11, and Ava, 7. Her maternal grandmother Judy Valentine of Lakeland, her paternal grandmother "MawMaw" Dot Porche of Houma, Louisiana; her father EJ Porche Jr. and his wife Amm of Pensacola, Florida; her mother Deeann Porche of Lakeland, Florida; her sister Stefanie Porche of Pensacola, Florida; her father-in-law James Adkins Sr., mother-in-law Janie Adkins, brother-in-law Justin of Lakeland; her Uncle Greg, Aunt Krissa, cousins Emily and Sean Valentine of Lakeland, Florida; and her best friend Shannon of Lakeland, Florida.
Preceded in death by her maternal grandfather Daniel Valentine and her paternal grandfather Enos Porche Sr.
To honor Sara's memory we are holding a celebration of life at David Russell Funeral Home. Visitation will be from 11 – 12 PM on Monday, September 26, 2022, with a Celebration of Life to follow. She will be laid to rest in Oak Hill Burial Park.
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