William C. Akins

William C. Akins, 92, of Batesville died August 26, 2024 at Batesville. He was born May 26, 1932 at Sulphur Rock to Clint and Stella Akins.

He was a truck driver, a farmer, and a member of the North Heights Church of Christ.

He loved cattle farming, being outdoors, traveling, and watching the Cardinals. He was a loving husband, daddy, and friend. He was Boomer Lee’s #1 buddy.

He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife of sixty one years, Barbara Jean Akins; one brother, Paul Akins, and three sisters, Virginia Schwab, Nell Waits Hunter, and Betty Jo Martin.

Survivors include one daughter, Judy Akins; one niece, Patsy Jo Craig of Michigan; along with nephews and host of other relatives and friends.

Graveside services will be Thursday, August 29, 2024, 10:00 a.m. at Lee’s Chapel Cemetery near Moorefield with Bro. Larry Sellers officiating.

Visitation will begin Wednesday, August 28, 2024 from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. at Qualls Batesville Funeral Chapel. 

Arrangements by Qualls Funeral Services of Batesville.

The family wishes to thank everyone at Mountain Meadows Rehab Center for their excellent care.