Wendy Akin

September 22, 1942 - August 8, 2020

Wendy Ellen Akin, of Terrell, passed away on Aug 8, 2020 at her home. Wendy was born September 22, 1942 in Albany, NY to Henry and Joan (Murphy) Michelsen, both of whom preceded her in death along with her husband, Michie “Runt” Akin. Wendy graduated from John Jay High School in New York. She was very creative, and she had a talent for homemade recipes including jams, jellies and BBQ sauces. She loved to enter her signature recipes at the State Fair of Texas where her Plum BBQ sauce was always well received! She also was a terrific baker being known for her specialty breads. Wendy was also an accomplished quilter and, most recently, her quilting skills enabled her to win a placement and prize at the Terrell Heritage Jubilee. Before Michie’s passing, they had an organic farm where families could come and spend quality time picking vegetables on their farm. Wendy loved natural things and natural products and she and her daughter, Kara, had a successful aromatherapy business where Wendy designed the scents and formulas for their soaps and others homeopathic creations. Wendy had a heart for others while having a strong and independent spirit. She could teach anyone the ‘right way’ to do things, all while teaching with love and appreciation. A loving, talented, and generous lady, Wendy’s beautiful smile and incredible spirit will be missed by all who knew her. Wendy is survived by her daughter, Kara Roser and husband, Ben, of New Orleans, La.; step-children: Shannon “Cissy” Akin, Craig Akin and wife, Molly, and Brad Akin and wife, Angela, all of Terrell; eight grandchildren; sister, Karen Belliveau of Rhode Island as well as other extended family and a host of friends. Graveside service will be at 10:00am, Friday, August 14, 2020 at Campground Cemetery officiated by Chaplain Mike Middlebrooks.