Akins Funeral Home

11/11/2025

We pause today to honor our veterans. God bless all of you who have served our country.

“Greater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends.” John 15:13 KJV

10/27/2025

Lesha Irene Pennington passed away at her home surrounded by her family on Friday, October 24, 2025, after a lengthy illness.

She was a devoted Christian who loved her Lord Jesus Christ who she often referred to as her "Prince of Peace". She was a member of the First Baptist Church of Littleville, where she served the children there at every opportunity. Lesha had a strong and courageous spirit, even in the midst of all the battles she faced. She found hope in the scripture Joshua 1:9: “Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you.”

The love of her life was her husband, Jeff. He was her lifeline here on this earth, and she often spoke of her deep love for him. Her grandchildren were her light—they could brighten even the darkest days. Lesha was an avid sports fan and could often be found cheering on her favorite football team, Alabama. It’s been said that the neighbors could hear her joyful “Roll Tide!” on game days. She also loved her precious dog, Gunner, who was always by her side.

Lesha is survived by her loving husband, Jeff Pennington; brother, Cass Davis; daughter, Ashley (Adam) Godsey; son, Chase Pennington; grandchildren, Aubreigh, Adleigh, Ryder, Emberly, and Wilder; and special nephew, Will Tharp. She is also survived by her dear friends, Trish and Benne Tharp, who were by her side and whom she cared for deeply.

She was preceded in death by her parents, William and Dorthy “Dot” Davis.

The family would like to extend a special thank-you to everyone who helped Lesha and her family through this difficult time. They would also like to thank the First Baptist Church of Littleville for all the prayers, meals, and visits. Everyone who was there for Lesha will always hold a special place in the hearts of her family.

Memories and condolences may be shared at akinsfh.com

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Lesha was born on May 15th, 1966 and passed away on October 24th, 2025 at the age of 59

10/15/2025

Jerry Wayne Inmon, age 74 passed away peacefully on Saturday, October 11, 2025, at Cypress Cove Nursing Center.

Jerry was born March 24, 1951, to Lee Wilson and Merry Luciel Inmon. He enjoyed playing football in his earlier years of life. Jerry also loved watching and cheering on his favorite football teams in his later years.

He is survived by his wife Flossie Christine Inmon; brother, Micheal Inmon; children Tenna Christine (Jason) Simpson, Amanda Christine Nix; grandchildren Nicholas Williams, Alexander Smith, Alanah Smith, Abbigail Nix. Jerry is also survived by a host of nieces and nephews.

Jerry was preceded in death by his father, Lee Wilson Inmon; mother, Mary Lucille Inmon; brothers, Jackie Inmon, James Inmon; sisters, Mary Lee Grissom, Daisy McCurley.

Memories and condolences may be shared at akinsfh.com

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Jerry was born on March 24th, 1951 and passed away on October 11th, 2025 at the age of 74

10/10/2025

Stephen Lorenzo Overton, age 66 of Marion County passed away on Sunday, October 5, 2025.

Stephen was born December 11, 1958, to Lorenzo Overton and Marie Nichols Mrock. He had a deep love for the outdoors and could often be found with a fishing pole in hand or out in the woods enjoying a quiet morning hunt. Known affectionately as “Country Boy” by his family and friends, he truly lived up to the name humble, hardworking, and happiest whenever outdoors. Whether casting a line on his favorite creek or tracking through the woods, he found peace in nature’s beauty. His love for fishing and hunting was more than a pastime; it was a way of life he proudly shared with those he loved.

A graveside service along with the burial will be held Tuesday, October 14, 2025, at Overton Farm Cemetery in Hodges, Alabama beginning at 1:00 P.M.

He is survived by his mother Marie Mrock (Hewitt Johnston); Sisters, Jan-Marie Williams (Danny), Patricia Montgomery (Scott). Stephen was also survived by numerous nieces and nephews who loved him dearly.

Stephen was preceded in death by his father, Lorenzo Overton; paternal grandparents, Joe and Zora Overton; maternal grandparents, Oliver and Ela Nichols.

Memories and condolences may be shared at akinsfh.com

https://www.akinsfh.com/obituaries/stephen-overton

Stephen was born on December 11th, 1958 and passed away on October 5th, 2025 at the age of 66

10/04/2025

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Tanner Swann, age 27, passed away on Thursday, October 2, 2025 at North Alabama Medical Center. He was born on December 12, 1997 to Marty Swann and Michelle Rideout.

Tanner enjoyed going bass fishing with his friends at “fish-thirty” as he called it. He also enjoyed spending time gaming with his friends online. Tanner loved his family and friends very much.

Survivors include his mother, Michelle Rideout (Stevie); brother, Levi Rideout; sister, Tosha Hensley (Travis); uncles, Joe Swann (Missy), Shane Swann (Jennifer), Brent Rideout (Tracy), and Randall Rideout (Patty); aunt, Dawn Swann (Jeff); nieces, Raylee and Avalynn; special friends that were more like brothers, Hunter Brown and Noah Graham; as well as many cousins, extended family, and friends.

Tanner was preceded in death by his father, Marty Swann; maternal parents, Bobby and Verlie Rideout; and paternal grandmother, Reba Swann.

A memorial service will be held at a later date on the river, where he enjoyed fishing so much.

Akins Funeral Home of Russellville, AL is assisting the family.

You are invited to share memories and leave condolences online at www.akinsfh.com.

Tanner was born on December 12th, 1997 and passed away on October 2nd, 2025 at the age of 27

09/26/2025

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Mattie Taylor, age 83 of Russellville, Alabama passed away peacefully at her residence surrounded by her loving family, September 25, 2025.

Mattie was born to Robert and Minnie Franks January 3, 1942. She enjoyed tending to her flowers, mountain vacations, cooking, and canning. Mattie was a member of Macedonia Baptist Church.

A visitation will be Sunday, September 28, 2025 at Macedonia Baptist church from 2:00 p.m. until 3:00 p.m. where the funeral service will be at 3:00 p.m. Burial will be at Macedonia Baptist Church Cemetery. Brother Nick McSpadden will officiate.

Pallbearers will be Evan Mixon, Denver Mixon, John Mixon, Tony Riley, Rodney Franks, Mike Franks, and Jimmy Dale Seay.

Mattie is survived by her husband of 62 years, Gene Taylor; daughters, Sherry (Tony) Riley, Anissa (John) Mixon; grandchildren, Evan Mixon, Denver Mixon; and a host of nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Robert and Minnie Dale Franks; and brothers, Ray Franks, Billy Franks, and Dee Franks.

Memories and condolences may be shared at akinsfh.com

Mattie was born on January 3rd, 1942 and passed away on September 25th, 2025 at the age of 83

09/21/2025

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Rayan Trapp, age 95 of the East Franklin community passed peacefully at Terrance Manor Nursing and Rehab, Saturday, September 20, 2025.

Rayan Trapp, age 95 of the East Franklin community passed peacefully at Terrance Manor Nursing and Rehab, Saturday, September 20, 2025.

Rayan was born August 29, 1930 to Charles Lee and Lillie Trapp. He was an avid outdoorsman who enjoyed hunting, fishing, and farming. Rayan was an expert marksman, a skilled master craftsman, and a hard working millwright. Above all Rayan was a generous and kind man.

A visitation will be held Tuesday, September 23, 2025 at Akins Funeral Home from 1:00 p.m. until 2:00 p.m. where a funeral service will take place at 2:00 p.m. Burial Will take place at East Franklin Cemetery. Brother Rick Yocom will officiate.

He is survived by his daughters, Mary Stanford, Shannon (Jamie) Boyles, Christy Trapp; grandchildren, Jerel Osborn, Stephanie Osborn, Mellie Stanford, Patrick Trapp, Matthew Trapp, Candace Trapp, Emmi Sanders, Jake Boyles, Ella Boyles; great grandchildren, Eli Montgomery, Tyler Osborn, Cainan Montgomery, Ava Berryman, Sammy Harris, Gracie Harris, Denny Stanford, Marcus Stanford, Charlie Goines, Oliver Goines, Lillie Trapp, Ethan Trapp, Katherine Trapp, Celia Trapp, Emilia Trapp; sister, Gwendolyn Colburn; and a host of nieces and nephews.

Rayan was preceded in death by his wife Christine Marie Trapp; son, Rickey Trapp; grandson, Cody Trapp; great granddaughter, Cecilia Trapp; parents, Charlie Lee and Lillie Mae Cain Trapp; brother, Silvia "Silvie" Trapp; and sisters, Verla Trapp Elliot, Lurra "Lurrie" Trapp Williams, Arcula "Mutt" Trapp Brooks, Artrilla "Dutte" Trapp Crumpton, Dean Trapp Crumpton and Gene Trapp Hutcheson.

Memories and condolences may be shared at akinsfh.com

Rayan was born on August 29th, 1930 and passed away on September 20th, 2025 at the age of 95

09/13/2025

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Flavil Wayne McCaig, age 82, of Russellville, Alabama passed away Friday, September 12, 2025 at his residence.

Wayne was born March 3, 1943 to Austin and Sula Lee McCaig.

A private graveside service will be held Monday, September 15, 2025 at Franklin Memory Gardens

He is survived by his son, Douglas (Tracy) McCaig; daughter, Patricia Smith; grandchildren, Patrick Gargis, Brenley Gargis (Dylan), Katie (Allen) Dean, Kendal McCaig; great grandchildren, Lyllianna Maxwell, MaKenzi Maxwell, Camden Maxwell; brother, Gary (Virginia) McCaig; and several nieces and nephews.

Wayne was preceded in death by his wife, Betty McCaig; parents Austin and Sula Lee McCaig; brothers, Jerry McCaig, Hollis McCaig, Chester McCaig; sister, Elowise Blankenship; and several nieces and nephews.

The family would like to extend a special thanks to Enhabit Hospice and all who helped for all of the wonderful care given during such a difficult time.

Memories and condolences may be shared at akinsfh.com

Flavil was born on March 13th, 1943 and passed away on September 12th, 2025 at the age of 82

09/05/2025

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Anna Lee Weir, age 81, of Vina, Alabama passed on Thursday, September 4, 2025. She was born on March 3, 1944 in Gideon, Missouri.

Anna was known for her hospitality and helping to take care of others, by operating her own outreach program for many years. She was the president of Word of Truth Outreach Ministry, in Benton Harbor, Michigan.

She is survived by her husband of 36 years, David Jeffrey Weir.

At this time, there are no services planned. A Celebration of Anna’s Life will be held at a later time.

Anna was born on March 3rd, 1944 and passed away on September 4th, 2025 at the age of 81

09/04/2025

Timothy Ken Boyles, age 61, of Russellville, AL passed away on Monday, September 1, 2025, after a long, tough battle with Small Cell Carcinoma Lung Cancer. He was born on December 12, 1963 in Russellville, AL to his parents, Qualand and Joyce Boyles. He is a graduate of Russellville High School, class of 1982. Ken was a member of Duncan Creek Baptist Church, a Mason of Russellville Lodge #361, and a member of Belgreen Bass Club.

Ken spent most of his time fishing at Cedar Creek Lake with his group of closest friends, watching the Alabama Crimson Tide play football, spending time with his family, enjoying times spent with friends at the lake, and being with a special little girl that gave him such great joy, his favorite fishing buddy, his granddaughter, Jailee.

Visitation will be on Saturday, September 6, 2025, at Akins Funeral Home of Russellville from 10 am until Noon. A funeral service will take place following visitation at Akins Funeral Home in the chapel. A burial service will follow with a burial at Franklin Memory Gardens.

Pallbearers will be Jeff Woodard, Kenny Tyra, Tim Fretwell, Jeff Fretwell, Joel Bohannon, Roger Allen, Kirk Boyles, Tyler Newton, Darrin Lewey, and JR Hovater. Horary pallbearer, David Kennedy, Jimmy Manning, Larry Montgomery, Mike Franks, Milton Boyd, John Darty, Scotty Hoveter and Sam Cantrell.

He is survived by his loving, devoted wife of 42 years, Rhonda Boyles; their children Justin (Whitney) Boyles and Keslie (John) Garrett; his siblings Kirk (Kathy) Boyles and Kim Boyles; one granddaughter, Jailee Garrett, who has him wrapped around her finger. He also leaves behind a host of extended family and friends whom he loved more than words can express!

He was preceded in death by his parents, Qualand and Joyce Boyles; grandparents, Hansel and Evie Boyles and Herbert and Nellie Mae Mansell.

The family wants to say a special Thank You to Dr. Lauren Byers of MD Anderson, one of his MICU nurses Cheneal at Emory University Hospital, and all the other hospital staff who have cared for Ken during his illness at MD Anderson, NAMC, and Emory University Hospital.

Friends may leave condolences online at akinsfh.com.

https://www.akinsfh.com/obituaries/timothy-boyles

Timothy was born on December 12th, 1963 and passed away on September 1st, 2025 at the age of 61

08/31/2025

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Steven Ray Chaney, age 52 of Russellville, Alabama, passed away peacefully Saturday, August 30, 2025.

No services are being held at this time.

Steven is survived by his wife, Wendy Smith; children, Candace Chaney, Tylan Chaney; step sons, Eric (Michelle) Smith, Camron (Chloe) Jones; sister, Connie Chaney; brother, Eddie Chaney; and a host of other family.

He was preceded in death by his parents, JR and Ann Chaney; sister, Tina Chaney; grandparents, Alfred and Flora Chaney, Cecil and Francis Ergle, Jim Thomas; and niece, April Green.

Steven was born on August 22nd, 1973 and passed away on August 30th, 2025 at the age of 52

08/30/2025

Blenda Gail Bell, age 74 of the East Franklin Community, passed away Friday, August 29, 2025 at home surrounded by her loving family.

Gail was a member of Beulah Missionary Baptist Church. She was an avid collector of Noah's Ark and Elvis figurines and artifacts. Gail loved to travel. She was know as "Maw Maw Gail" to many of her "babies" and her grandchildren.

A joint visitation with her late husband, Rodger will be held Tuesday, September 2, 2025 from 12:00 Noon - 2:00 p.m. at Akins Funeral Home in Russellville, where the service will follow at 2:00 p.m. Burial will be at East Franklin Cemetery. Brother Jason Burcham will officiate.

Gail is survived by her son, Rodney Bell; grandson, Hayden Bell (Emily); granddaughter, Abigail Bell (Jackson); great grandson, Palmer Bell; brother, Barry Jones (Theresa); sister-in-law, Sheila Jones; nieces, Ashley Jones, Summer, and Raegan; and a host of family and friends.

She was preceded in death by her husband Quinton Rodger Bell; son, Jeff Bell; parents, Vernon and Willodean Jones; and brother, Wendell Jones.

Memories and condolences may be shared at akinsfh.com

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Blenda was born on October 25th, 1950 and passed away on August 29th, 2025 at the age of 74