Evelyn June Adkins James, 71, of Salisbury, peacefully passed away on Sunday, February 4, 2018 at Novant Health Rowan Medical Center in Salisbury.

She was born December 7, 1946, in Clintwood, VA to the late Millard and Lona Hill Adkins. Evelyn was a member of Canaan Baptist Church and in her spare time enjoyed word searches, playing solitaire, bird watching and spending time with her family.

Evelyn is survived by her husband of 28 years, Roger D. James; children, Jeff Gibson of Conyers, GA; Roger James Jr. (Lori) of Mocksville, NC; Jeremy James (Crystal) of Cooleemee, NC; brothers, Dewey Adkins (Sheila) of Front Royal, VA; Charles Rufus Adkins (Barbara) of Rockwell, NC; 5 grandchildren and 9 great-grandchildren.

In addition to her parents, Evelyn was preceded in death by son, Michael Gibson; and brother and sister in law, Roger and Polly Adkins.

There will be a memorial service held on Sunday, February 18, 2018 at Canaan Baptist Church in Salisbury, following the morning service.

In lieu of flowers, Memorials may be made to Canaan Baptist Church, 630 Barringer St, Salisbury, NC 28146.

Carolina Cremation is assisting the James family. Online condolences may be made at www.carolinacremation.com.