Robert Akin

TAMARAC, FLA.

Robert E Akin, 89, of Tamarac, FL died on Thursday, November 11, 2021 at the Florida Medical Center in Fort Lauderdale, FL.

He was born on October 22, 1932, in Knightstown, IN, a son of Harland C. Akin and Louise Lambrecht Akin. He later moved to Columbus, IN and graduated from Columbus High School. He married Mary June Ahlbrand in July 1952. She is deceased. He is survived by his son Roger Akin of Wilton Manors, FL, daughter-in-law Tamara Akin of Huddleston, VA, grandson Kristopher Akin of Cumming, GA, granddaughter Valeri Zargarpur of Fairfax, VA, and several nieces and nephews.

He is preceded in death by his son Rory Akin of Huddleston, VA, his brother Jack D. Akin of Columbus, IN, and sister LaDonna Sue Akin.

He retired from the Department of Defense Mapping Agency in 1988 where he was Director of Distribution Depot. Prior to that, he served in the US Marine Corps for 20 years, during the Korean and Vietnam wars, and honorably retired with the rank of Master Sargent.

Funeral will be held at Patmos United Methodist Church in Huddleston, VA on Saturday, November 20 at 2:00 p.m., with Rev. Claire Miller and Rev. Riley Smith (ret.) officiating. Viewing will start at 1:30 p.m. until the time of service.