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Austin Brooks Akins, beloved son, brother, and uncle, passed away on Thursday, August 15th, 2024, in New Ellenton, SC at the age of 42.
He was born on Tuesday, September 22nd, 1981, in Statesboro, GA. Austin's passion for fitness led him to a career as owner and operator of CrossFit 706 in Martinez, GA. He also bravely served his country as a US Army Ranger in the wars in Afghanistan and Iraq. He was a dedicated advocate for fitness and healthy nutrition. His favorite personal activities included extreme fitness challenges and ultra marathons. He cared little for the hype and hokum of the world, but relished the adventures of life, both physical and social. Personable, tolerant, friendly and influential, he was loved by many friends.
He is survived by his father, Larry Lavearn Akins of New Ellenton, SC, mother, Karen Lynn Hall of Aiken, his sister and brother-in-law, Amanda Lynn & Michael Kirkland of Aiken, his brother and sister-in-law, Dylan Talmadge & Jennifer Akins of New Ellenton, his nieces Zoey Jane Hall and Lauren Isabella Akins, and his nephew Nolan Lavearn Akins.
A funeral service will be held at St Paul United Methodist Church in New Ellenton, SC on Sunday, August 25th, 2024, at 2:00pm, officiated by Pastor Dale Reeves.
The family will receive friends on Saturday, August 24, 2024, from 2:00pm until 4:00pm at The Historic George Funeral Home & Cremation Center, 211 Park Ave SW, Aiken, SC 29801 (803) 649-6234.
Memorial donations may be made to St. Paul United Methodist Church, 600 Main Street S., New Ellenton, SC 29809.
Online expressions of sympathy for the family may be left by visiting www.georgefuneralhomes.com.
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Lumina
August 14, 2025
I still miss you.
Michelle Burt
February 27, 2025
You were my twin brother. We bonded over the fact that we shared the same birth date and were veterans during massage school. It breaks my heart to find out you passed away. You live on through all the lives you touched.
Scooter
August 17, 2024
Austin, your Blackwater brothers will miss you. Always a calm and quit professional with a big kind heart. We will never let you be forgotten, and will repeat your name annual. Rest easy now brother, we got it from here. Until we meet again in Valhalla.
Angela Inglett
August 17, 2024
Austin was a great man, I was blessed to have known him for the short time that I did. He will be greatly missed. My condolences and prayers for his family. Rest in Peace Austin.
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Kevin Hudson
August 16, 2024
Austin was a great guy! I first met him through CrossFit and couldn't believe that such an awesome person existed! He was a great friend, coach and person! He will be missed for sure. May his family find peace, knowing that he touched so many lives while he was on this earth!
Onnie Sanford
August 16, 2024
Austin was an incredible human that will be missed greatly by his friends. I have so many amazing, fun, entertaining, and wonderful memories with Austin in it. I hope his family finds peace and our thoughts are with all of you.
Amber Temple
August 16, 2024
Austin has to be the best person I know. He was kind and generous. He was a protector and lover of all. He will be deeply missed.
Mae
August 16, 2024
God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
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