James Russell Akins

1962 - 2026

James Russell Akins obituary, 1962-2026, Loudon, TN

James Russell Akins

1962 - 2026

BORN

1962

DIED

2026

James Akins Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Jan. 16, 2026.
Loudon - James "Jamie" Russell Akins, age 63, passed away surrounded by family on January 14, 2026.

Jamie was born in Aurora Illinois but spent his life in Tennessee. A graduate of Loudon High School, class of 1980, he trained in maintenance care and dedicated his career throughout Loudon and Knoxville, keeping its residents safe and comfortable. He earned several awards and achievements for his hard work and will be remembered for his strong work ethic. In his free time, Jamie collected Hot Wheels and enjoyed the community of collectors he shared his passion with.

Jamie is preceded in death by his father, Franklin "Dee" Akins and his brother, Edward "Eddie" Akins.

Jamie is survived by his mother, Kaye (Hammer) Akins-Wallace; son, Chris Akins; brother, Frank (Chrissy) Akins; and sister, Faith (Troy) Emmett.

The family will be honoring Jamie's life privately at this time. Condolences may be left at www.mcgillclick.com.

If it weighs on your heart to leave a donation, please reach out to the family to support them in the cost of Jamie's care.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

McGill Click Funerals & Cremations - Loudon

1366 Highway 72 North PO Box 301, Loudon, TN 37774

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