1946
2013
Gary Lee Akin, 66, of Virginia, died Thursday, Oct. 3, 2013, in South Carolina. He was born Dec. 13, 1946, in Green County. He was retired Information Security Management for the Department of Defense, was currently a Defense Contractor, a Vietnam Veteran having served in the United States Navy, a Mason in Arlington, Va., a KY Colonel, and V.F.W. member.
He was preceded in death by his parents, James Booker Akin and Mary Elizabeth Sullivan Akin.
Survivors include his wife, Rose Marie Rolando Akin, of Virginia; a son and daughter-in-law, Phillip Todd and Coletta Akin, of Hodgenville; three grandchildren, Ruthie Lynn Akin, Sophia Marie Akin, and James Arthur Akin, all of Hodgenville; three brothers and sisters-in-law, James Dale and Sandra Akin, of Bardstown, William Wade and Alberta Akin, of Murray, and Douglas Taylor and Sherry Akin, of Magnolia.
The funeral is at 1 p.m. CST on Wednesday, Oct. 9, at Bethlehem Baptist Church in Green County with burial in Bethlehem Cemetery with full military honors.
Visitation is 2-7 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 8, at Cowherd and Parrott Funeral Home and 7 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 9, at the funeral home.
Memorials are suggested to the Wounded Warriors, or the Kentucky Colonel Good Works Program, which can be made at the funeral home.
Cowherd and Parrott Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
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Dear Rose - I was shocked and saddened to hear about Gary. I am so very sorry. I have often thought of you over the years. You were both special people in my life, and you are in my prayers during this time. With deepest sympathies, Kim
Kim Newball
March 16, 2014
Dear Rose, Gary is an Angel now and on your shoulder. He is a good, kind man capable of great love. I thank you for returning that love and enriching his life. Sarah.
December 13, 2013
Rose, Bill and I were so shocked to hear the news of Gary's passing. We have enjoyed your friendship over the years and do hope you will reach out when the time is right. We send our heart felt condolences.
Patti and Bill Turner
October 25, 2013
Dear Rose, we are shocked and devastated to hear of your loss. Please accept our condolences and know that you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Larry and Janet Bocaner
October 18, 2013
Dear Rose, we are so very sorry for your loss. Please know that having met you and Gary enriched our lives...and will keep fond memories of him in our hearts.
Dee & Rose Aranza
October 18, 2013
Dearest Rose,
It seems like only yesterday when we first met you both at Selene's. Gary was always there and everywhere we went to give us all a tremendous welcome. We are lost for words to say how we feel about your loss; and Gary leaving all of his friends and family so soon.
Cathy had a special admiration for Gary and his many accomplishments. She called him my hero.
Our love and blessings to you and your family.
Cathy and Dean
Dean Philpott
October 18, 2013
Dearest Rose,
My heartfelt condolences and deepest sympathies. Gary was a great stand up guy. And he lives on forever in another space.
He will always be watching out for you until tomorrow's reunions.
Love Always,
Jeanne
Jeanne Wolfe
October 18, 2013
Dearest Rose,
I am still in shock over the loss of Gary, a kind, caring, and intelligent soul...We mourn with you in your loss...May God bring you peace during these hard times.
Lots of Love, Nicole
October 18, 2013
Dear Rose,
My heartfelt feelings go out to
you and this great loss. I will be here if you need a friend. Cyd He will be greatly missed.
October 18, 2013
Dear Rose & family:
I knew Gary through my late mother, Gertrude d'Amecourt, and met you both at her Cathedral Ave residence. I don't think I've ever met a more friendly couple. Gary was just a terrific guy. May he rest in peace and may you carry on in the warm glow of his memory.
All the best,
John d'Amecourt
October 18, 2013
I am so saddened to learn of your loss. May you find peace in knowing that your many friends are always near to comfort you during this painful moment in your life.
Joe David
October 18, 2013
Dear Rose,
How we will miss Gary! I'm still partly unable to believe this has happened. As you know, he was really always so kind and such a help, an encouragement to me as a person. I am ao glad we got that chance to spend extra time together last New Years and around the time of the OAS Ball. I look forward to seeing you soon and a big embrace. With fond appreciation always, MaryEllen
Mary Ellen Hood
October 17, 2013
Rose, We love you always, our prayers are with you.
Neha and Chirag
October 17, 2013
To the family of Gary, Please accept my condolences on behalf of Hexagon. I personally had the pleasure of appearing onstage with Gary and appreciated his kind and generous spirit and sense of humor. May your memories help comfort you in this time of sorrow.
Regards,
Kathy Suydam
President, Hexagon, Inc.
Kathleen Suydam
October 17, 2013
Dear Rose, I am still shocked after hearing the sad news of Gary passing. I will never forget all he did for the community that I had the pleasure of living as his neighbor in. May he rest in peace. And I wish you and the rest of the family patience in these hard times.
Sima Asgari
October 15, 2013
Rose, I was shocked to hear the news of Gary passing. Debbie and I send our heart felt condolences. We truly appreciate and cherish the time we all spent together in Charleston.
Dennis Warren
October 15, 2013
Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.
Kenny Tabb
October 11, 2013
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort at this most difficult time. All my love...
Eileen Kostaris
October 9, 2013
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