Jerry Dale Akin, 72, went to be with the Lord on November 7, 2013. He was born July 23, 1941 in McAlester, Ok to Dan and Viola Akin. While still a child, his family moved to Bethany. He graduated a proud Broncho with the class of '59. He attended Bethany Nazarene College and Oklahoma University. He worked in business and sales; associated with Barnett's Home Furnishings in early years and with Akin Brothers Floor World in the latter. Jerry was a faithful member of Bethany First Church of the Nazarene and a member of the Get Real Sunday School Class. He was a 45 year member of Bethany Kiwanis where he served as a past Lieutenant Governor of the OK-TX district. Across the years, Jerry enjoyed life to the fullest. In his younger years, he traveled to many places in the world, played league basketball and bowled on a league team. In later years, he enjoyed watching sports as an avid fan. He enjoyed being at the lake, boating, fishing and most of all, making times at the lake fun for all the family. He was famous for his brisket and for his prayers at family gatherings. He was a man of God and, in his later years, read the Bible all the way through at least 5 times. Known for his generosity, optimistic outlook and his enthusiastic smile, Jerry was a salt of the earth type of man and his strength of character impacted all who knew him. He was a true family man - a faithful husband, a dedicated father, and a doting "Pops." Jerry is survived by his wife of 25 years, Jeanne Akin; his children, Julie (Jason) Hamilton, Jerry, Jr. and Richelle (Ron) Atkins; by grandchildren that he truly adored , April and Connor Hamilton, John Patrick and Blake Akin, and Avery and Ayden Atkins; two brothers, Harold and Jack Akin; and brother-in-law, Jim Fields. He is also survived by numerous extended family members and a host of friends that were dear to him. Jerry was preceded in death by his parents, brother, Kenneth, sister, Helen Akin and Betty Fields, sisters-in-law, Jann and Sally Akin, and his beloved son, Richie Akin. Family Visitation Sunday, November 10, 2013 06:00 AM - 08:00 PM Mercer-Adams Funeral Service 3925 N. Asbury Bethany, OK 73008 Funeral Service Monday, November 11, 2013 02:00 PM Bethany First Church of the Nazarene 6789 N.W. 39th Expressway Bethany, OK 73008