Wilbur Edward Adkins, age 74, passed away Thursday, March 29, 2018 at Grant Hospital. He was born July 15, 1943 in Logan County, West Virginia to the late William and Lilas Lee (Ellis) Adkins. Wilbur proudly served his country in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam War. He was a free spirited hillbilly, who dearly loved his family and pets. Wilbur enjoyed making friends and never met a stranger. He is survived by loving son and daughter-in-law, Billy and Ana Adkins; beloved grandchildren, Kevin and Faith "Pumpkin" Adkins. A graveside service with military honors will take place at 2 p.m., Tuesday, April 3, 2018 at Northlawn Memory Gardens, 7060 OH-3, Westerville, Ohio.