Ruth Ellen Adkins, age 47 of Westwood Drive, Tiffin, died December 27, 2002 at Autumnwood Care Center, Tiffin. She was born on April 4, 1955 to Harold and Janet (Howey) Eckelberry. Her parents both survive in Tiffin. She married Tony Adkins and he survives.
Other survivors include 2 sons, Stephen Adkins of West Covina, CA and Brian Adkins of Prior Lake, MN; 2 grandchildren, Jordan and Jacob Adkins; 2 brothers, James (Pat) Eckelberry of Tiffin, and Bill (Jean) Eckelberry of Republic.
Ms. Adkins was a 1973 Columbian High School graduate and a member of First Lutheran Church. She had been a travel agent for 25 years, enjoying travelling and helping people make their travel arrangements.
Burial will be private at Greenlawn Cemetery. Contributions may be made to First Lutheran Church or to Community Hospice Care.