[NFBF-L] NFBF Greater Jacksonville Chapter - loss of a member...

Thu Jul 9 19:15:26 UTC 2026

Russ, This is so sad! My condolences go out to Barry’s family and his NFB Greater Jacksonville family. 

Sherri

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I am so sorry for the loss

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On Jul 6, 2026, at 2:28 PM, Russ Davis via NFBF-L <nfbf-l at nfbnet.org <mailto:nfbf-l at nfbnet.org> > wrote:

Hello, NFB of Florida family,

It is with sadness that I report to you the unexpected loss of one of the Greater Jacksonville Chapters newest members. Mr. Barry Akins passed away on Saturday, July 4th. I spoke with his wife yesterday afternoon when she delivered the sad news of Barry’s passing.

Barry had joined the National Federation of the Blind and our Chapter on April 4th and was very excited about being welcomed into our Federation family.

We do not have any information regarding the circumstances surrounding Barry’s death, only that he had been hospitalized recently with an injury.

Please keep Barry’s wife and family in your thoughts and prayers while they navigate this very difficult time.

Respectfully,

Russ Davis, President

NFB of Florida – Greater Jacksonville Chapter

Ph. 904-993-8433

Email: russell at radiorusty.com <mailto:russell at radiorusty.com> 

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