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Byron Eugene Adkisson

Dec 25, 1964 – Feb 14, 2020

Service Details

Funeral: Thursday, February 20, 2020 11:00am

Visitation: Thursday, February 20,2020 10:00 – 11:00am

Location: St. Paul Baptist Church 1123 Center Street, Racine, WI

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Racine – Byron Eugene Adkisson, known to many as “Big B”, age 55, passed away on Friday, February 14, 2020. Byron was born in Racine, Wisconsin on December 25, 1964 to Oscar and Audrey (nee: Luter) Adkisson.

Byron was a graduate of Washington Park High School, Class of 1983.  As a young man Byron was a proud member of St. Paul Missionary Baptist Church where he founded the youth basketball church league and was a member of the choir.  Byron was employed by Tru Line Lithographing Inc. for 23 years.  He was a true fan of all Wisconsin sports teams, especially the Green Bay Packers.   He had a passion for music, loved to DJ and enjoyed photography.

Byron E. Adkisson leaves to cherish his memory his wife Regina; two sons Byron J. and Reginald Adkisson; two daughters Renina Jenkins and Shaniquia Nichols; four grandchildren; his broken-hearted parents Oscar and Audrey Adkisson Sr.; three brothers Oscar Adkisson Jr., Willard (Deborah) Adkisson and Alfred (Lisa) Adkisson; grandmother Hestella (nee: Williams) Adkisson, as well as aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews other relatives and friends.

Byron was preceded in death by his grandparents Odartha and Mary Lee (nee: Wilson) Luter, Ethridge Adkisson; his brother Kelvin Adkisson and brother in law Anthony Bush.

A Celebration of His Life will be held on Thursday, February 20, 2020 11:00am.  Visitation will be at St. Paul Baptist Church 1123 Center Street, Racine from 10:00am until the time of service.  Please visit the funeral home website for his full obituary.

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  1. John and Jenn Nowak says

    February 15, 2020 at 8:11 pm

    Our thoughts and prayers are with Byron’s family. In the short time we knew him, his kindness made a truly profound impact on our lives. He was one of the nicest people out there and we’re richer for having known him.

  2. Kevin McCormick says

    February 16, 2020 at 7:53 am

    My sincere condolences to the Adkisson family. Byron was always a positive presence to be around.

  3. Stacy Moore and family says

    February 16, 2020 at 1:25 pm

    Sending condolences and prayers to the Adkisson family.

  4. Robbie Harrington says

    February 16, 2020 at 2:53 pm

    Another good one gone way too soon.
    Rest in Heaven old friend.

  5. Henry Bester says

    February 16, 2020 at 5:49 pm

    You will be missed B

  6. Candace Ingram Tate. Class of '83 says

    February 16, 2020 at 8:21 pm

    My condolences and prayers to the Adkisson family. May God bless and keep you.

  7. J,J, Masterson says

    February 17, 2020 at 10:51 am

    Rest in peace my friend….

  8. John Swartz says

    February 18, 2020 at 6:38 am

    I had the pleasure of being Bryons boss for over 5 years and no one had a better attitude then Byron. Never hesitated in doing what you asked. I hope he’s at peace now. You’ll be missed my man.

  9. Marvin Booker and Family says

    February 18, 2020 at 10:22 am

    Our deepest condolences to the Adkisson family.

  10. Alex Legler says

    February 19, 2020 at 12:31 pm

    My Sympathy goes out to the Adkisson Family. I worked with Byron at Tru-Line and Badger and he was always such a nice person to work with.

  11. from the davis family says

    February 19, 2020 at 6:47 pm

    Sorry for your loss

  12. FRIENDS OF DISTINCTIONN says

    February 20, 2020 at 8:27 am

    A SILENT TEAR .

  13. Jean Johnson and Family says

    February 20, 2020 at 11:30 am

    My condolences to the family, I’ve known Byron since elementary school. He was a very nice person to know. May God comfort and keep you all.

  14. Mr. Alan Luter says

    February 20, 2020 at 8:18 pm

    I remember Byron as a jovial soul who was a friend to all. He leaves a void behind and he will be missed. Please love and hug one another as we move forward to heal together.

  15. Michelle Powell (Texas) says

    February 21, 2020 at 10:16 am

    Sending heartfelt prayers and condolences to the Adkisson Family. ❤️🙏🏿

  16. Jeff Jones says

    February 21, 2020 at 3:34 pm

    My condolences to the family of my friend”Big Byron.” He was an awesome person!!! When we lived in midtown we would play football against Byron and the “Valley Boys.” He will truly be missed.

  17. Darlene Upchurch says

    February 21, 2020 at 8:12 pm

    Till we meet again my friend. Love you. D~

  18. Eva Gerardo says

    February 22, 2020 at 1:54 pm

    Another gone way too soon. Rest sweetly in Heaven Byron.
    Thoughts and prayers with all.

  19. Tony Thurman says

    February 24, 2020 at 11:43 am

    Rest EZ big B, gentle kind hearted man!

  20. Angela Bester-Lambert says

    July 4, 2020 at 1:41 am

    Such a kind soul. Rest in peace.

  21. Mario aka Dre Pratt says

    September 24, 2020 at 7:30 pm

    To the Adkisson family, I just came across this information online today while trying to reach out to momma Adkisson on the anniversary of kelvin’s funeral as I do ever year on this day. I am totally lost for words. I wish I would have known. I would have drove down for the funeral. My family is uplifting yours in prayer. Kelvin is my brother from another mother and I love my Adkisson family. Love you all and I’m truly sorry for the lost of Byron. Love Dre

    My email address is alejandre1974@yahoo.com

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October 22, 2015

Bill’s service was beautiful, beyond belief. Leslie was priceless in all she did. Gary, knowing Bill for many years, said a few words at the service. The special touched I didn’t expect warmed my heart. Two very,very special people helped make a sad day into something very special.

Thank you to all those that helped behind the scene, setting up, opening doors. My heart is full.

Bless you.

Helene Hellesen

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