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Francis Van Akin Obituary

HUDSON - Francis "Tick" Van Akin, age 87, of Hudson died Sept. 7, 2018, at Hospice of Lenawee Hospice Home surrounded by his family.
At Tick's request, cremation has taken place. There will be no public visitation or services. Special thanks goes out to Hospice of Lenawee for the wonderful care they provided. You may send condolences to the family at www.andersonfuneralservices.com. Arrangements are under the direction of Anderson-Marry Funeral Home, Adrian.
"Go rest high on that mountain. Your work on Earth is done…." We love you Tick and will always miss you.

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Published by The Daily Telegram from Sep. 11 to Sep. 12, 2018.

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Mollie Wolf

September 12, 2018

My prayers are with you. Miss seeing you and Tick during Income Tax time. Susie, you took beautiful care of Tick. Enjoy each day. We never know when our time will be next. Stay in touch and let's do lunch or supper.

Pamela Clark

September 11, 2018

you will be missed Tick. Best neighbor on Parker Court, always plowing the road and driveways.

love, Pam, John and Eric.

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