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“Please pass on my condolences to the family of Otis. I am deeply saddened by the news of his passing and i can only hope he left this world...Read More »
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1 of 29 | Posted by: Jeffrey Holtz - Phoenix, AZ
“my sympathies and prayers to the akins family in the loss of your dad. hold on to your good memories of your father and use them for strength in your...Read More »
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2 of 29 | Posted by: dave keeton - laporte, IN
“to all of the Akins family: jerry and i are sorry to here of your husband and father's passing. we pray that God will keep you through this...Read More »
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3 of 29 | Posted by: jerry and margaret hunt - IN
“To the entire Akins family we are saddened to hear of your loss Otis was a wonderful man. To Dewight, Ron, and Wanda we are sorry we missed you on...Read More »
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4 of 29 | Posted by: Wayne & Dianna Price - La Porte, IN
“Otis will continue to make those who knew him smile with the wonderful memories he has left behind. He was one of the good ole boys, and will truly...Read More »
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5 of 29 | Posted by: Becca Wisenbaugh - LaPorte, IN
“To the very end I can remember Uncle Otis wonderful smile..A tall statue of a man who treated Barb and I like a father figure...Although my heart's...Read More »
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6 of 29 | Posted by: Cindy Gillespie - Michigan City, IN
“Otis was a great guy and friend and he will be missed
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7 of 29 | Posted by: Eric wisenbaugh - LaPorte, IN
“Hi Kerrie, Sherm, Fred, and all of your family and loved ones. I am sorry for your loss.It has been a long time since I have talked to or seen any of...Read More »
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8 of 29 | Posted by: Chip Erwin - pierceton, IN
“RIP Dad Akins We are praying for the family.May God Bless you all
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9 of 29 | Posted by: Connie & Steven Sanders - IN
“My deepest condolences to the Akins family. I pray God's peace and comfort during this difficult time. My friend Sherman has shared stories with me...Read More »
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10 of 29 | Posted by: Kathy Wallace - Bedford, TX
“My deepest sympathy to each of the Akins family. I will miss Otis going by my office honking and waving with his beautiful smile. God Bless.
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11 of 29 | Posted by: Becky Pressel - IN
“To The Akins Family- Sorry to hear about your loss. Otis will be missed. With sympathy- Evelyn
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12 of 29 | Posted by: Evelyn Buchanan - Lafayette, IN
“Sorry for your loss.much love and respect to you all.
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13 of 29 | Posted by: john Buchanan - Lafayette, IN
“To Mrs. Ethel Akins and Family, We are deeply sorry about your loss. We know what you are going through and the Lord will take care of you and...Read More »
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14 of 29 | Posted by: Mrs. Ruby Cash and Family - IN
“All of you are in my thoughts and prayers as you mourn Otis' death and celebrate his life. Such a beautiful family, of which I've always enjoyed...Read More »
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15 of 29 | Posted by: Lisa (rejak) Tippmann - IN
“I still remember five years ago when Ed passed away when Otis, Harold, and Ricky came to the wake together and sat quietly together on the couch. ...Read More »
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16 of 29 | Posted by: Virginia Lancaster - Hamlet, IN
“Otis was a regular at the Family Express where I work and he always brought a smile to my face and also other employees when he would come into the...Read More »
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17 of 29 | Posted by: Jeanne Dickey - LaPorte, IN
“All of our thoughts and prayers are with you. Otis was a great friend and neighbor he will be greatly missed,but he is at rest now.
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18 of 29 | Posted by: Jennifer McKenzie - LaPorte, IN
“To the Akins family may God bless and keep you.
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19 of 29 | Posted by: pat&leroy shark - 46350, IN
“I know Otis is resting peacefully now and Jerry and I pray for comfort in Gods words for you and your family, AMEN. We love you all.
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20 of 29 | Posted by: Margaret Jones-Johnson - Desoto, TX
“To all that Loved and cared for Otis, My deepest sympathy to you all...Our hearts are filled with sorrow since Last Saturday when God's Angels came...Read More »
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21 of 29 | Posted by: Starlia Barnes (Marks) - La Porte, IN
“Our prayers go out to the entire Akins family. Otis was a special person and a good friend. He always had a smile and a good story to tell. He will...Read More »
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22 of 29 | Posted by: Jim Fanselow - LaPorte, IN
“To the entire Akins family, We woulod like to express our deepest thoughts and prayers to you all in your time of sorrow. There are no words that...Read More »
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23 of 29 | Posted by: Dave & Cammy Wilber - IN
“My thoughts and prayers to the entire Akins family. We go back a long way and I have always thought of you as not just friends but family. Otis,Sr....Read More »
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24 of 29 | Posted by: Karen Justice - Kingsford Heights, IN
“I know you're going through a difficult time right now and you can be sure that God knows it, too. I wish I could do something to make every thing...Read More »
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25 of 29 | Posted by: Beverly Jackson - Rochester, IN
“A man turned to his doctor as he was preparing to Leave the room and said, 'Doctor, I am afraid to die. Tell me what lies on...Read More »
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26 of 29 | Posted by: Theresa Hawk - LaPorte, IN
“To the Akins family my heart goes out to all of you.He was a wonderful man with a great smile when he greeted you.The sadness you feel now when soon...Read More »
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27 of 29 | Posted by: Marsha Mensah Colbert - Mishawaka, IN
“Otis was a great person with a smile on his face everytime I saw him! His humor and kindness were his mainstay. He loved his family more than anyone...Read More »
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28 of 29 | Posted by: Steve & Virginia Marovich - IN
“To the entire Akins family , I am deeply saddened by your loss.I want to express my condolences, Mr. Akins was a very well respected person !I do...Read More »
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29 of 29 | Posted by: Spencer Buchanan - Lafayette, IN
Otis Lee Akins, Sr. 76 of LaPorte, Indiana passed away on Saturday, March 12, 2011 at LaPorte Hospital. Otis was born September 28, 1934 in Augusta, Arkansas to Reverend Clemon Calvin Akins, Sr. and Sirberbon (Hawkins) Akins. On April 5, 1954, in Arkansas, he married Ethel Lou Gillespie, she survives in LaPorte. Also surviving are his children; Jimmy (Nova) Gillespie of Aurora, CO, Frederick Douglas (Jackie) Akins of LaPorte, IN, Ronald Akins of Jacksonville, North Carolina, Sherman Akins of Dallas, TX, Kerrie (Juanita) Akins of LaPorte, IN, Otis Jr. (Jackie) Akins of LaPorte, IN, Dwight Akins of LaPorte, IN, and daughter Wanda Akins of LaPorte, IN. He has a host of grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, cousins, and other relatives. Otis was a retired truck driver from Gra-Bell Trucking. Otis had previously drove trucks for Jefferson Smurfit, Boise Cascade, Winbro Trucking and Wanatah Stone. Otis was a proud family man who had a passion to BBQ for his family and friends, was a caring husband, father, grandfather, brother, and true friend who will be dearly missed. Arrangements are being handled by Haverstock Funeral Home 602 Maple Avenue LaPorte, IN Visitation and viewing will be held from 2-4 and 6-8 on Friday, March 18, 2011 at the Haverstock Funeral Home and from 10:00 am, until time of service at the Sacred Heart Catholic Church. A funeral service celebrating his life will be held at 11:00 am, Saturday, March 19, 2011 at the Sacred Heart Catholic Church with Pastor Dalrey L. Trotter, officiating. Interment will follow at the Pine Lake Cemetery, LaPorte, Indiana. Memorial contributions may be made to the Family of Otis L. Akins, Sr.

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