Michael Akins

Akins, Michael 7/18/1967 - 1/14/2021 Muskegon Fountain Funeral Home Muskegon, MI Michael Lyn Akins (aka, Spider Mike), 53, died 14th January 2021 in Muskegon after a short illness. A gentle giant, passionate, protective and proud of all his family. Mike's family and friends pay special tribute to his life. He was affectionately known as the life of the party and loved to travel. Most noticeable, to be remembered by all was his loud, infectious laugh. A memorial service will be held at a later date. Mr. Michael Akins was born on 18th July, 1967 in Muskegon, Michigan to Viester and Anderson Akins. He attended Muskegon Heights High School and held several positions in the food service industry. He married Candace Yvonne Rowe on August 10, 2013. The couple made their home in Muskegon. He was preceded in death by his wife, Candace, parents, Viester and Anderson Akins. Michael is survived by his sisters, Mary Louise & (Freddie) Walker, St. Cloud, Mn., Debora (Calvin)-Smith, N. Muskegon, MI., Cassandra (Derrick) Crowal, Bristol CT., brothers (Nephews), Rodney (Keytria) Walker, Muskegon, MI and Brian (Amanda) Walker, Fayetteville, NC. In addition to nieces, Rashida Walker, MN., Tikisa (James) Jackson, Tx,, Nicole Crowal, GA., Cambriel Crowal, CT. and nephews, Freddie (Ashley) Walker, TX., Christopher, Camerin Crowal, CT. and Calvin J. Smith, Muskegon, MI., beloved aunts and uncle, Pearl & William Mallory and Anna Mae Melton, Muskegon, MI, multitude of cousins and friends. Our beloved brother will be deeply missed.