Chatham…….Betty Lou Hoskins Adkins, age 77, of Chatham died Thursday, December 10, 2020 surrounded by family at her residence.

Born June 12, 1943 in Pittsylvania County, she was a daughter of the late Walter John Hoskins and Mattie Lou Hall Hoskins.  She was predeceased by five brothers, Edward Haskins, Willard S. Hoskins, Walter "Peter Rabbit" Haskins, Carroll "Lighting" Hoskins and Wendall "Pee Wee" Hoskins; two sisters, Mary Hedrick and Louise Davis.  She was a member of the Altavista Baptist Tabernacle and was a home maker.  Mrs. Adkins enjoyed singing, watching birds and deer in her yard and taking care of people.

She is survived by her husband of sixty years, Harold Wilson Adkins of the residence; one sister, Doris Jones of Lynch Station; and numerous nieces and nephews.

Graveside services will be held 11:00 a.m. Saturday, December 12, 2020 at Hillcrest Burial Park by Pastor Steve Johnson and Pastor Jon Ensley.

The family will receive friends at the residence.

Colbert-Moran Funeral Home, Gretna is assisting the family. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.colbertmoran.com .