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Ruby Akins Obituary
She was a homemaker and a member of the First Baptist Church of Blitchton. She was a devoted wife, mother, and grandmother and enjoyed spending time with her family. Mrs. Akins was preceded in death by her husband of 64 years, Lehman Akins, her daughter, Faye Akins, and her brother, Robert Brown.
Survivors include two sons and daughters-in-law, Bob and Elaine Akins of Claxton, and Gary and Sharon Akins of Jacksonville; one brother and sister-in-law, J.O. and Jenny Brown of Savannah; grandchildren, Shane Akins of Ellabell, Angie Holland of Lyons, and Linda Thornton of Rincon; step grandchildren, Ashley Harvey of Collins, Lisa White of Jacksonville, Marie White of Jacksonville, and Alan Young of Savannah; great grandchildren, Brittney Cowart, Brandon Cowart, Adam Akins, Philip Akins, and several step great grandchildren, nieces and nephews.
Visitation was Monday, Dec. 14 at Hodges-Moore Funeral Home.
Graveside services will be held Tuesday, Dec. 15 at 1 p.m. at Bulloch Memorial Gardens with Rev. Royce Hendry officiating.
Hodges-Moore Funeral Home of Statesboro is in charge of the arrangements.
Hodges-Moore Funeral Home
22757 Hwy. 80 East
Statesboro, GA 30458
Effingham Herald
December 15, 2009
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December 26, 2009
Bob and Elaine,
We were so sorry to read about the passing of Bob's Mother. We know she held a special place in your hearts. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and the family.
Jennifer and Coleman
Denise Hicks
December 15, 2009
Bob and Elaine: Sorry to hear of your Mother's passing. May God hold you near to his heart during this hard time.
December 15, 2009
Gary and Sharon
Gary, Richard and I were sorry to learn of your Mom's passing. If there's anything we can do, please let us know. Much love, Pam and Richard Parrish
Jill Griffin
December 14, 2009
Bob and Elaine,
My thoughts and prayers are with you. We enjoyed Mrs. Ruby so much at NorthSpring. She was a very special lady!
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Connie Eason-Collins
December 14, 2009
Bob and Elaine, and family,
My heart and prayers go out to you at this most difficult time.
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