Betty Margaret Adkins, 95, of Port Hope, passed away peacefully on May 19, 2021 at Huron County Medical Care Facility in Bad Axe, Michigan.

Betty was born in Burford, Ontario Canada on May 17, 1926 to the late Newton and Helen Edith (Smith) Pursley.

She moved to the United States with her parents when she was a young girl and graduated in 1944 from Flint Central High School. She became a U.S. citizen on February 26, 1945.  Betty then went on to graduate with her RN degree in 1947 from Hurley School of Nursing.

She was married in 1952 to Francis "Frank" Wiggins who preceded her in death in January 1969.  Betty then married Ivan B. Adkins in November 1978 at Trinity Lutheran Church in Davison, Michigan.

Betty worked for many years at Harbor Beach Community Hospital where she was dedicated to caring for patients. She also loved to travel, crochet and especially to host family dinners where she would set a beautiful, formal table with her fine china.  Betty loved all animals and throughout her life, her dogs held the most special place in her heart.

Betty is survived by her husband Ivan B. Adkins of Port Hope; step-daughters Onalee (Gordon) Summers, Sherry (James) Fent and six step-grandchildren: Scott, Brian, Todd, Lucas, Frances and Laura.

She was preceded in death by her parents Newton and Helen Edith (Smith) Pursley.

A graveside service will be at 1 p.m. on Tuesday, May 25, 2021 at Sunset Hills Cemetery in Flint, Michigan.

Memorials may be offered to: St. John Lutheran Church, Port Hope or the Thumb Animal Shelter in Elkton.

Condolences can be shared at www.macalpinefuneralhome.com