George Wendal Akin
84, of Marietta, Georgia, passed away on January 27th from complications of Parkinson’s disease. George was born February 8, 1930 in Griffin, Georgia, to George and Alberta Akin. He was preceded in death by his parents and sister. George graduated from Furman University, where he played football. He served in the US Army as a manager of computer systems, in Texas. George’s career included managing mainframe and data processing systems at Life Insurance Company of Georgia. This led to George branching off as an independent consultant in selling and marketing computer equipment and maintenance. George loved football and was a huge fan of the Atlanta Falcons and the University of Georgia Bulldogs. He took great delight in entertaining and barbecuing – the more the merrier! George also enjoyed yard work and gardening and was often complimented on his beautiful yard.
He is survived by his three children, Chris Vierling Ed of Plano, Texas, Lianne Driver of Marietta, Alan Akin of Atlanta, grandchildren Kelly DolvinChris, Allison Vierling, Matthew Vierling, and great granddaughter, Charlotte Dolvin.
Private family services will be held at a later time. Memorial gifts may be made to the Parkinson’s Disease Foundation or the Michael J. Fox Foundation.
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We are all so saddened about the loss of such a wonderful and fine man as George. We all loved him, and he meant so much to all of us. He was the most kind and giving person always fun loving and there for words of encouragement when needed.My children looked at him as a second grandfather. Words cannot express our deep sorrow. We were blessed to have had him in our lives for thirty years. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
In Deepest Sympathy,
Lisa L. Horne
So sorry to hear about George. My children and I loved him like a grandfather! He always had a smile on his face and was always willing to lend a hand to help anyone! He will truly be missed by all!
Lucie Lovvorn Price
I worked for a number of year with George at Life Insurance Company of Georgia. I had lost touch with him the past 20 years, but regretted to learn of his passing. My sympathy goes out to his family.
My sympathies to the family.
George was a great Republican leader in Fulton County and Georgia. It was a pleasure to have worked with him for so many years.
Bob Shaw, Former Chairman, Republican Party of Georgia and Fulton County.