Jim Akin Obituary
It is with sadness that the passing of Jim Akin (Florence, Alabama) is shared. Jim, born in Cairo, Illinois, passed away on August 30, 2026. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
Jim will be remembered for the time spent with loved ones and the moments that brought joy to those around him. Friends and family will honor Jim by reflecting on shared memories and the positive influence he had in their lives. Though Jim is no longer present, the bonds he created and the experiences shared will endure. Jim’s memory will continue to be a source of comfort for all who knew him.
He was predeceased by: his parents-in-law, Floyd and Jean Robertson; and his siblings, Joe Akin and Marina Tuberville. He is survived by: his wife Kay Robertson; his sisters, Deanna Loden (Bill) and Holly Hardiman (Wayne); and his sister-in-law Connie Robertson. He is also survived by several nieces and nephews, and many friends.
James Robert Akin, 73, known as Jim passed from this life on August 30, 2026, after a hard-fought battle with Parkinson's.
