Norman (Dude) Akins

Norman (Dude) Akins, 69, of Benton, passed away, Friday, January 11, 2013 at his home. He was of Baptist faith and a veteran of the United States Navy. He was preceded in death by father,Norman Akins and mother and step-father, Maxine Harbison Nichols and Rual Nichols. He is survived by his wife, Eny Akins of Benton; sons, Keith Akins and wife, Suzanne, and Joe Akins, all of Benton; daughter, Amy Williams and husband, Chris of St, Augustine, FL; grandchildren, Zack, Alex, and Ashleigh Akins, and Avery Akins and wife, Brittany all of Benton, Brock Raper of Englewood and Sarah and Brad Williams of St. Augustine, FL; great-grandchild, Johnathan Pike of Benton; sister, Jenny Chastain and husband, Russ of Delano. Several nieces, one nephew, great niece and great nephew also survive. There will be no funeral services at this time. We invite you to send a message of condolence and view the Akins family guestbook at www.higginsfuneral.com.