He was retired from the Arkansas Highway Department, member of Smyrna Baptist Church of Dumas and was a 32nd Degree Mason. Reginald's hobbies included hunting and fishing. In addition to his parents, he was also preceded in death by his step son, Thomas Roy Akin; and his great grandson, Joseph Henry Trantham, IV.
Survivors include his wife, Verna McHan Conway of Monticello; his three children, Diane Phelps of Greenwood, Randy Akin and wife Debra of Waldron and Raymond Akin and wife Diane of Conway; seven grandchildren, Christy Capps, Kendra Akin Jones, Beth Akin, Keith Akin, Justin Akin, Ray Akin and Scooter Akin; fifteen great grandchildren; four great great grandchildren; and a daughter-in-law, Karen Akin of Cave Springs.
Graveside service will be 2:00 p.m. Monday, September 26, 2022, at Oakland Cemetery. You can sign Reginald's guestbook page at www.stephensondearman.com.
Condolences(13)
Donna McKinney Taylor
Warren, AR 71671, AR Saturday, October 8, 2022 Verna, I just saw this and I'm so sorry for your loss. Reggie was always so kind to me and he was crazy about you. Prayers for you in the coming days. Love you my sweet friend.Sharon Shook McIntyre
MONTICELLO, AR Tuesday, September 27, 2022 Dear Verna & Family,I am sorry to hear about Reggie. Please know that all of you are in my thoughts and prayers .
Sincerely,
Sharon
Bobbie Ross
Warren, AR Monday, September 26, 2022 I am so sorry to hear of your great loss. May God bless you all during this difficult time.Trudy Tucker Carrington
Rowlett, TX Monday, September 26, 2022 Verna and Family,So sad to hear of Reggie's passing, I know he will be missed. My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time. Continued prayers for healing and much love to you all.
Trudy
Carroll And Helen Ross
Monticello, AR Monday, September 26, 2022 Verna, Diane, Randy, Raymond And Christy.We have always felt like you guys are our extended family.We were neighbors for many years,watched the kids all grow up,have many memories and ate a lot of meals that Mama Mac and Verna cooked and invited us over.Reg was Very Special to us and we will miss him but he is in a much better place now. Love you Guys.India Ashcraft
Rison, AR Sunday, September 25, 2022 So very sorry for your loss of this great man. Many prayers for comfort.Mrs. Melody L Mc Han-Round
Castro Valley, CA Sunday, September 25, 2022 My condolences to Aunt Verna and the entire family. Uncle Reggie was a good man and I pray that you all are comforted in the knowledge that he is home with the Lord. ❤️🙏Tony Conway
Bay Minette Al, AL Sunday, September 25, 2022 What such a Great Uncle We all Love him very much Always love the Christmas visits from Him and Aunt VernaCliff Gi9bson
Monticello, AR Sunday, September 25, 2022 So sorry to learn of Reginald's passing. My condolences to the family.Joy Holley
Monticello, AR Sunday, September 25, 2022 Mrs. Verna and Family: I was so sorry to hear about Mr. Reggie. Prayers and my deepest sympathy go out to you and your family.Bonnie Cruce
Monticello, AR Saturday, September 24, 2022 I am so sorry for your loss. I thought the world of this man. He was so special. Mrs. Velma, Christy, Jake, Josh and the rest of the family , you are in my prayers. I know this is hard but just remember he is in a better place. Love to all of you.Ben Novak
Monticello, AR Saturday, September 24, 2022 I'm so sorry for your loss. I remember working with Reginald for many years at the highway department. He was always a pleasure to work with. I know that you will miss him very much. my prayers are with you and your family.MARK HAYNES
MONTICELLO, AR Friday, September 23, 2022 MRS VERNA AND FAMILY, SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT REGGIE. IT IS MY PRAYER THAT OUR FATHER IN HEAVEN WILL GIVE EACH OF YOU PEACE AND COMFORT TODAY AND IN THE DAYS TO COME.