Obituaries

George B. Akscin

Former Southold resident George B. Akscin of Sarasota, Fla., passed away May 10, 2010. Born April 8, 1915, he was 95.

He is survived by his wife of 66 years, Opal Rose Akscin of Sarasota; his daughter, Shirley (Thomas) Williams of Upper Black Eddy, Pa.; three grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his son, Michael Akscin, and his 11 siblings.

A graveside ceremony will be held for family and friends at 1:30 p.m. on Sunday, May 23, at the Cutchogue Cemetery.