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Jimmy Akins Obituary

A native of Baton Rouge, LA passed away on Tuesday, August 2, 2016 at The St. Joseph Hospice-The Carpenter House in Baton Rouge, LA at the age of 53. He leaves to cherish his memories his caregiver and supporter Century Wallace of Baton Rouge, LA. Four sons Justin, Jonathan, Joshua and Jacob Akins all of Baton Rouge, LA. Two daughters Barbra Akins of Baton Rouge, LA and Janelle Roberts (Tate) of Metairie, LA. Twelve grandchildren. One sister Deborah Martin of Baton Rouge, LA, one niece Kuishi Williams of Baton Rouge, LA, three nephews Malcolm (Jacquetta), Ramon (Sunny) and Dion Martin all of Baton Rouge, LA. Funeral services will be Saturday, August 13, 2016 at Winnfield Funeral Home 7221 Plank Road. Visitation from 9 am until funeral service at 10 am. Interment at Winnfield Funeral Home Cemetery.

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Published by The Advocate from Aug. 12 to Aug. 13, 2016.

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Jamie Williams

August 31, 2016

Can't believe mr. Jimmy is gone, he was a kind-hearted person, he will be missed...my heart goes out to his children and the rest of the family!! RIP Mr. Jimmy!

gail stafford

August 19, 2016

My prayers are with the family of my classmate, Jimmy. May God bless you all

August 13, 2016

My thoughts and prayers are with the family for the loss of your loved one.
May the "Father of tender mercies" be with the family and friends, during and after these difficult times.

Karen Huggins

August 13, 2016

May God's presence be your comfort. He promises never to leave us or forsake us.

August 12, 2016

Sending my sincere condolences to the family. May the God of all comfort give you peace and strength during this difficult time. Psalms 29:11

Dr. & Mrs. Marcus & Karen L. Turner Smith

August 12, 2016

Please accept our heartfelt sympathy and deepest condolences. Jimmy was a true friend and gentleman. He always had a smile on his face. Jimmy's quiet demeanor was always assured with his walk of confidence. Blessings be with you Akins family.

LINDA STONE

August 12, 2016

WITH DEEPEST SYMPATHY TO THE FAMILY !

Annie Brown-Murray

August 12, 2016

"My Condolences to the Akins family may God give you strength and peace of mind.I remember Jimmie as a quiet person with a beautiful smile".
Annie Brown-Murray, (Baker, Louisiana)

Sharon Montague

August 12, 2016

Deepest Sympathy goes out to the Akins family. Jimmy was a great classmate.

Sharon Montague
Scotlandville High School
Class of 1980

August 12, 2016

To the Akins family, you have my deepest sympathy. God knows the pain we feel when someone we love die. (Psalm 103:14)

Rosa Bell White Morrell

August 12, 2016

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Wayne Jones

August 8, 2016

" Boney,I am going to miss you my friend." My heart and sympathy goes out to Joselyn,children and the rest of the family. Rememberance of the nights we use to bust out of L7 together!

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