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Jeffie AKINS Obituary

AKINS, Jeffie Mrs. Jeffie Rodriguez Akins, 78, of Buford, GA passed away on Friday, April 25, 2014. She was preceded in death by her parents, Bill and Jessie Akins, and brothers, Royal Akins and Harold Akins. She is survived by her children, Theresa Valenti, Buford, GA, Pete and Joyce Rodriguez, Whiting, NJ, Patricia Kelly, Flowery Branch, GA and Ronnie and Pamela Rodriguez, Buford, GA; eight grandchildren; 8 great grandchildren; sister, Mary and Verdis Puckett, Buford, GA; brother, Roger and Charlsie Akins, Flowery Branch, GA; sister-in-law, Voncile Akins, Athens, GA and several nieces, nephews and cousins. Mrs. Akins was born September 5, 1935 in Danielsville, GA. She was retired from Scientific Atlanta after ten years of service. She was a member of Friendship Baptist Church, Buford, GA. There will be no memorial service at Mrs. Akins' request. Flowers will be accepted and may be sent to the residence of Patricia Kelly, 5123 Stately Oaks Drive, Flowery Branch, GA 30542 in memory of Jeffie Lou Akins (770) 965-8200. To express condolences, please sign our online guest book at www.flaniganfuneralhome.com. Arrangements by: Junior E. Flanigan of Flanigan Funeral Home and Crematory, Buford, GA, 770-932-1133.

Published by Atlanta Journal-Constitution on Apr. 27, 2014.
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I miss & love you Mom. Love your daughter Theresa...

June 5, 2014

My condolences to the family. May the peace of God that surpasses all understanding calm your hearts and help you to cope during this difficult time.

Brenda

April 28, 2014

Hi. I am very sorry to hear that you lost someone close to you. I too know the sting of death and It helps not to underestimate the power of prayer.God is near to those who pray to him and he hears their cries for help. Psalm 145:18, 19

April 28, 2014

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

P Sharpe ( Isaiah 12:2 )

April 27, 2014

I am so sorry for your loss. During this time, may you find comfort in the love of family and friends, and in the hope from God.

Rev 21:4

April 27, 2014

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

irene rev.21:4

April 27, 2014

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