Adkins, Chadwick "Chad" age 33, of Grove City, Ohio passed away on Sunday, April 28, 2019. He was born in Cincinnati, Ohio on August 21, 1985 to Gregory Dwayne Adkins and Ellen Topmiller (nee Zurweller).

He was preceded in death by his grandpa, Donald Edward Adkins; and aunt, Carrie Starrett. Chad is survived by his beloved parents Ellen (Jim) Topmiller and Gregory Dwayne (Michelle) Adkins; grandparents, Caroline and David Conway (mother's side); grandma, Carol Adkins (father's side); uncle, Leonard Adkins; best friend, Markus McFolling; and a host of other family members and friends.

Chad loved to workout and spent long hours everyday at the gym with friends. He enjoyed reading true life survival stories and wrote poems about his life. Chad loved adventure, he skydived on his 21st birthday and said it was the best experience in his life. Although he didn't have a barbers license, he would cut his close friends hair to make sure they had a "fresh haircut".

In loving memory of Chad, contributions may be made to Adult & Teen Challenge Ohio Valley, 1319 Florencedale Avenue, Youngstown, Ohio, 44505.

Visitation will be held on Sunday, May 5, 2019 from 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm at Newcomer Cremations, Funerals & Receptions - Northwest Chapel, 7830 Hamilton Avenue, Cincinnati, Ohio 45231 followed by a Celebration of Life at 2:00 pm.


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