She was born September 23, 1954, to parents Charles and Dorothy Puckett. During her time with us, she dedicated her life to others. A caregiver by profession, as a young woman, Barbara worked at Smyrna Hospital as a respiratory therapist and, over her lifetime, held many healthcare-related positions. Still, her favorite endeavor was nurturing and uplifting anyone who needed it.
She will be held in memory by her love, Douglas Akins; her son, Brian (Brooke) Akins and their seven children; Kannan Akins, Jade Baker, Coy Baker, Ethan Akins, Elizabeth Akins, Saxon Akins, and Ronin Akins; her daughter, Shannon Akins and grandchild, Amira Ayesh-Akins. As well as her youngest son, Wesley "Adam" Akins and grandson Weston "Addison" Akins.
She will be cherished by her nephew, Michael Vance, and great-niece, Chelsea Vance. She will finally be remembered by her lifelong best friend, Joan Anderson.
She will be met in heaven by her parents, Charles and Dorothy Puckett, and her sisters, Brenda and Charlotte Ann Puckett.
Barbara made an impression on anyone who met her, bringing laughter and love to any space. At only 4'11", we will remember her for her huge heart and tiny frame.
A visitation for Barbara will be held Monday, June 5, 2023 from 3:00 PM to 7:00 PM at Roselawn Funeral Home & Memorial Gardens, 5350 NW Broad Street, Murfreesboro, TN 37129. A funeral service will occur Tuesday, June 6, 2023 at 12:00 PM at Roselawn Funeral Home & Memorial Gardens.
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.roselawnfh.com for the Akins family.
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