Larry Eugene Adkisson, Sr.

Larry Eugene Adkisson, Sr., 91, of St. Joseph, went to be with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, Friday, July 3, 2026 at Cedarhurst Senior Living. He was born in Delaware, Kentucky to the late James Louis and Mary Lee Adkisson.

Larry married the love of his life, Peggy Nan (Glenn) Adkisson, on October 30, 1952 and they were blessed with three children.

He started farming alongside his grandfather at a very young age, later starting 4 Quarter Farms with his brother, son and son-in-law. He served his community in several civic organizations and was especially proud of serving as President of Green River Dark Stemming District (tobacco) for several years.

Larry loved to hunt and fish. He grew up on the banks of the Green River and lived his entire life within it’s boundary. He was especially good at quail hunting and training dogs, having won numerous awards. He really treasured quail hunting trips to South Dakota with good friend, Joe Schaber.

Larry was a member of Pleasant Grove Baptist Church and had served as a deacon of Curdsville Baptist Church as a younger man.

He was preceded in death by his wife of nearly 69 years, Peggy Nan Adkisson in 2020; and children, Glenda Jo Adkisson and Larry "Butch" Adkisson.

He is survived by a daughter, Debbie (Barry) Cunningham; grandchildren, John (Marissa) Adkisson, Carrie (Jason) Koontz, Stacye Cunningham (Mac); great-grandchildren, Taylor Adkisson, Carrie "Madi" Wollin, Delaney Eble (Owen) and Sophia and Shelby Koontz; great-great-grandchildren, Cylis, Charlotte, Coraline, and Cecilia Wollin; a brother, Joe Wayne Adkisson (Sandy); and a niece, Malea Richard.

Public visitation will be held from 3:00 until 7:00 PM, Thursday, July 9 at Glenn Funeral Home and Crematory. A private graveside service will be held at Pleasant Grove Cemetery.

Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice and Palliative Care of Western Kentucky, 3419 Wathen’s Crossing, Owensboro, KY 42301.

Memories and messages of condolence may be shared with the family at www.glenncares.com.