Jeffrey W. Akins
September 2, 1977 ~ May 31, 2021
Jeffrey W. Akins, age 43 passed away May 31, 2021. He was born September 2, 1977 in Quincy, IL the son of Larry and Patricia (Greenough) Akins. He married the love of his life, Pamela Evans on May 5, 2006 in Ashtabula.
Jeff worked in the trucking industry for 15 years and the last 3 years for Sonya Express. He was an extremely hard worker, giving generously in his care for others. An avid outdoorsman he enjoyed hiking and spending time with nature. He loved to travel and was proud of having visited 48 out of 50 states.
Jeff leaves behind his wife Pamela; children, Shannon Manley and Shawn Evans; grandchildren, Xavier and Katuana Jackson, Autumn and Alexander Evans, Zeamara Jackson and Faith Evans; father, Larry Akins; sister, Karen (Richard) Roth; nephew, Allen; nieces, Leann, Stephanie and Justina; and great niece, Skylynn. He was preceded in death by his mother, Patricia.
A Memorial Service will be announced at a later date. Behm Family Funeral Home of Madison is assisting the family. Online obituary and condolences may be viewed at www.behmfuneral.com
We are deeply sorry for your loss
Jeff was a pleasure to work with. He was always willing to do whatever dispatch asked here at Sonya Express, Inc. He will be greatly missed
In memory of Jeffrey W. Akins, Mary Barnes lit a candle
Please accept our most heartfelt sympathies for your loss… Our thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time.