William-AKINS-Obituary

William Charles AKINS

Austin, Texas

1932 - 2017

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AKINS, William Charles(1932-2017) William Charles Akins was born in Austin, Texas on November 9, 1932 to Elmer and Mattie Lee Akins. He was a lifelong resident of east Austin, attending Blackshear Elementary, Kealing Jr. High and the Original L.C. Anderson High School located on Pennsylvania...

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Mr. Akins. Everytime I sing at church etc I think of you. We pass by Akins high school alot and make a sign of the cross. We will never forget you!!!

Mr. Akins what kind reassuring words would you say to us on these scary and unknown days. Hope/pray you are watching over us during this trying time.

Akins High School is on our normal route to/from home so your memory is fresh and vivid forever.

Another great giant of Johnston High School passed away Mr. Josemaria Gonzalez. I'm sure yall have alot to talk about. Two very special mentors in my life!

Pass by Akins High School so often and always remember respectfully Mr. Akins. Pray for all of us kind Sir.

I am sorry for your loss. My condolences to you and your family. Isaiah25:8

Mr. Akins was a kind and a positive spirit. I attended Anderson when he served as Assistant Principal and saw him frequently at Wesley UMC. My regards to the family, and may God ease the pain of this loss.

Dr. Akins was extremely supportive to me and attended many varsity basketball games my senior year at Anderson even though we were somewhat challenged in the win-loss department. He encouraged me and saw something in me that made me feel special.

In college, he gave me an interview after he moved to AISD Administration to support an important research paper that I was writing. He gave out of his generous nature.

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Charles Akins was the model of kindness, grace, humility and leadership. His genuine and sincere nature made me feel very special whenever I was in his presence. He has always been underappreciated for the most valuable contributions he made to this community particularly through his service to the Independent School District. Even though a school was named after him, his role in Austin's history is greater than most understand.

It was such a privilege to know this kind and...