W. Fred Akins
82, Brownsburg, passed away March 13, 2021. He had retired in 1992 from Chevrolet Truck and Bus as a supervisor for 28 years. A US Marine veteran, he was a member of the Brownsburg American Legion. Fred was an active participant in the Senior Social Bowling League. Survivors include his wife Linda Lee Akins; children Theresa Lee McKinzie and Gary Lee (Christine) Akins; stepchildren Bryan Himes and Todd (Janna) Himes; sister Beatrice Grounds; grandchildren Lucas McKinzie, Krissy (Josh) Strawn, Neil Akins, Henry Akins and Clark Fletcher; great grandson Oliver Strawn. Visitation will be from 10am to 12 noon Wed. March 17 at Matthews Mortuary, Brownsburg, with funeral services there at 12 noon. Burial with military honors will follow in Brownsburg Cemetery. In compliance with current regulations and restrictions, guests are required to wear masks and observe social distancing.