Brandon Dwayne Adkins, age 20 of Connersville, went home to be with the Lord on May 21, 2022, at Fort Bliss Army Base in El Paso, Texas.  Brandon was born on August 19, 2001, in Connersville, the son of Gordon Adkins and Amy Steele Burdge.

Brandon enjoyed spending time with those he loved and liked being silly to bring them a smile.  He had the most beautiful blue eyes that could brighten an entire room.  He was a lover of animals.  He enjoyed Facetiming his family and playing X-box online with his brother.

He treasured being a father to his son Samson "JR".

Private First-Class Brandon Adkins was an Artillery Mechanic in the United States Army.   Even as a child, he would take a stand to defend those in need.

Brandon's memories and love will forever be cherished by his parents, Gordon (Roseanne) Adkins and Amy (Michael) Steele Burdge; his wife, Desiree Macias Adkins; and his son Samson "JR".  He will be thought of often by his brothers, Michael Adkins, Brady Adkins, and Braedon Burdge; sisters Brianna Adkins and Brooke Adkins, all of Connersville; and his grandmother, Crystal (Harold) Mays of Tennessee.

He is preceded in heavenly resurrection by his grandparents, Marvin Steele, Delmer and Barbara Adkins' and great grandparents, Irvin E. and Clista Steele.

Brandon was a genuine, strong, loyal, and loving man that will always be remembered and deeply loved and missed by many.

Friends and family may gather on Monday June 6, 2022, at Urban Winkler Funeral Home, 513 W 8 ^th Street, Connersville from 4:00 to 8:00 pm.   Funeral services will be conducted at the funeral home on Tuesday June 7, 2022, at 11:00 am.  Burial will follow with military honors at Dale Cemetery.