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Obituary: David P. Akin, 33, of Stratford

David was in the process of establishing a screen-printing business. He had a great love for music and was a self-taught guitarist.

From Pistey Funeral Home

David P. Akin, 33, of Stratford, beloved son of Carrie and Don, died suddenly on Saturday, November 26, 2016.

David was a graduate of St. James School in Stratford and Platt-Tech High School in Milford. David had worked as an apprentice in plumbing, heating and fire protection. A talented artist, David was currently in the process of establishing a screen printing business. He had a great love for music and was a self-taught guitarist.

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Survivors include his loving parents, Donald and Carrie (Adley) Akin of Milford; two sisters, Melissa Akin and Amy Akin; one niece, Liyah; one nephew, Anthony; special cousin, Christina; several aunts, uncles and cousins; and many friends.

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