Pastor Richard E. Akins

sympathy and prayers to all Rich's family
Jack and Carole (Cripe) Green

Micki and Family - My sincerest condolences. Fond memories of Rich and other Cripe cousins growing up and our many family reunions in Vandalia. My dad and Rich's dad went fishing alot when we were young and then we would have fish frys in Grandview Park in Peoria. We kids would play on the playground equipment which was just a slide and some swings or play softball. A simpler time for sure. God bless you all.

We will miss our dear friend. Sending our love to Micki from VA.

Dear Micki, Sue and I are in Panama City Beach and will miss the celebration of Rich´s Grace filled life on March 3rd. You and he were God´s gift to many in Watertown. I am happy to consider myself to be among the beneficiaries of your company and friendship. Thank you very much for those gifts. God bless and keep you on your journey as you and your family deal with this very significant loss--and the beginning of a beautiful eternity for Rich. And please share this caring hug with Diane.