Akins, John "Jack" age 84, passed away peacefully at his Plymouth home January 26, 2019. He is survived by his wife, Phyllis Burdette; children, all of Minnesota: Sherry (Brad) Solstad, Heidi Akins Sheen, Amy Akins, Dawn Akins, Mark Akins, Steven Akins, Chad Akins; step sons: Chad (Jill) Burdette, Scott Burdette; grandchildren: Kyle (Katie) Solstad, Ryan (Fiancee: Rachel Ellens) Solstad, Jennifer (Matthew) Peterson, Layne Burdette, Luke Burdette, Sebastian Eby, and Violet Eby. Jack was born February 28, 1934, in Watertown, MN, growing up on the family farm. He received an Engineering Degree from the University of Minnesota. After graduation, he served as a U. S. Army Reserve Officer. He began his career as a design engineer, primarily for farm equipment. He later bought the family farm and was active as a youth hockey coach. After selling the farm, he returned to Minneapolis as a broker with Drexel Burnham. He moved to Plymouth, MN and married Phyllis in 1992. He worked for Dain Bosworth, John Kinnard & Co, Wealth Enhancement and later had a home office in the securities business. His hobbies were many but his love of boating and fishing dominated his spare time. He loved traveling with Phyllis and thought each day was a new adventure. A Celebration of Life will be held later this spring. Announcement to follow at that time.
John 'Jack' Akins
Memorial Events
Visitation and Memorial
St. Barnabas Lutheran Church, 15600 Old Rockford Rd, Plymouth, MN 55446
St. Barnabas Lutheran Church, 15600 Old Rockford Rd, Plymouth, MN 55446
10:00 PM, Saturday July 20th, 2019
Visitation will begin at 10 a.m. with a gathering of family and friends. The church service will begin at 11 am in the santuary. Lunch will be served following the service. All are invited to join us at the lunch.
Family and Friends
Preceded By
Everett Akins
Father
Jennie Akins
Mother
Survived By
Phyllis Burdette
Spouse
Mark, Steve, Chad
Sons
Heidi Akins, Amy Akins, Dawn Eby, and Sherry Solstad
Daughters
Chad and Jill Burdette
Step son and wife
Scott Burdette
Step son
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