Franklin Wheeler Akin, 84, passed away Sunday, Sept. 7, 2025. Survivors include his wife, Audrey Akin; stepchildren: Michael Williams, Sheila (Johnny) Collins, Mark (Patti) Williams, Matt (Angela) Williams, Lisa (David) Brookins, and Lori (Jody) Maddox; 15 grandchildren; 22 great-grandchildren; and three great-great-grandchildren.