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Spencer Akers Obituary
TUSTIN - Spencer Clark Akers, of Tustin, died Dec. 9, 2005. He was born in Wayne County on March 6, 1970, and lived in the rural Tustin area, graduating from Pine River High School.
He was an avid soldier from a very young age, enjoying the games of a youthful warrior. He loved most sports and working on computers, continually perfecting his shooting skills.
Spencer served his country in the Army Reserves, which he entered in high school. He also served in the regular Army and the Army National Guard.
He served in Operation Desert Storm and in Operation Iraqi Freedom. He was also involved in the Ambassador Bridge and Windsor Tunnel security after 9-11.
Spencer was a free spirit that turned his life into being a brave mentor and a respected soldier. Spencer succumbed to his wounds of Nov. 21, 2005, in Iraq, and died leaving a hole in a lot of people's lives. A hero to many, he is sorely missed by loved ones.
He is survived by his parents, Donald and Carole Akers of Tustin; sister, Jeannine (Randy) Robertson; nephews, Tyeler and Jordan; nieces Laci and Larah; and many aunts, uncles and cousins.
Visitation will be Friday, Dec. 16, from 4 to 7 p.m., at the Peterson Funeral Home, 205 East Cass St., Cadillac. Funeral services will be held Saturday, Dec. 17, at 11 a.m., at the Covenant Life Church, 7700 West Blue Road, Lake City. The Rev. Scott Goodwill will officiate. Burial will be in the Sherman Township Cemetery in Osceola County.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Soldier and Family Assistance Center, Powless House, 2010 Stanley Road, Ste. 95, Fort Sam Houston, Texas 78234-5095.
This obituary was originally published in the Record-Eagle.
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Susan Wagner
March 6, 2020
You will never be forgotten especially March 6th 2020 as you would of been 50 years old today. My continued prayers for your family.
Susan
Joe Meadors
December 9, 2014
Rest brother
Joe
December 9, 2013
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April 5, 2013
SGT Akers
My thoughts and prayers are with you daily. It seems like yesterday. We owe you so much gratitude for your sacrifice. I wish we could have done more
Joe Meadors, Lexington KY
Charlie Gili
March 31, 2013
Hello,
We would like to express our deepest condolences and also to let the Akers Family to know that we recently sent a donation to the Brooke Army Medical Center in the name of US Army Sgt. Spencer Akers. We recognize that this is a humble tribute, but we wanted you to know that it is heartfelt and made possible by thousands of like-minded individuals in the youth hockey community and beyond. May God Bless you and keep you strong.
Sincerely,
Charlie Gili & Family
On Behalf of the US Hockey Players Support Our Troops Campaign
Peggy Childers
November 27, 2012
December 8, 2012
To the family and friends of Sgt. Spencer C. Akers:
Always remembering Spencer. "Some gave all."
April 10, 2012
Still remembered and honored.
Kenda Temple-Frost
December 10, 2011
I think of you often. You are still missed greatly. Merry Christmas , Spencer.
Peggy Childers
December 8, 2011
To the family and friends of Sgt. Spencer C. Akers:
Please accept my remembrance of Spencer on the anniversary of his passing and know that he will never be forgotten.
Julio Rodriguez
August 30, 2011
To the families of our American Heroes,
I want to thank each of you for your personal sacrifices on behalf of my family and America.
May God comfort your souls and bring peace in your hearts that your loss is not in vain.
God Bless our valiant warriors families in the ages to come.
RIP courageous ones!
Psalm 25:20
Angie Denslow
July 15, 2011
thinking of you. you are very much missed!
L Greene
July 4, 2011
I am so sorry for your loss. May SGT. SPENCER C. AKERS rest in peace and you find comfort in knowing that he is. My thoughts and prayers are with SPENCER and your family.~GOD bless~ Remembering SPENCER on this 4th of July~ Thank You Soldier~
Elizabeth Raab
January 14, 2011
Your legacy will forever live on in the hearts of those who knew you and shared in your struggle to protect our country and the ultimate sacrifice you gave so that we can be grateful for what we have. Your family, friends, loved ones and fellow soldiers will stay in my thoughts and prayers.
A Proud Military Mom.
Peggy Childers
December 8, 2010
To the family and friends of Sgt. Spencer C. Akers:
Remembering Spencer on the anniversary of his passing. May our fallen heroes never be forgotten!
Peggy Childers
"Don't Let The Memory Of Them Drift Away"
www.IraqWarHeroes.org
Mike Dickinson
December 7, 2010
You will never be forgoten my brother. Thank You
Donna Gillette
December 25, 2009
On this day and with each day that we enjoy our freedom, I would like to give thanks and let you know that I do not take our troops for granted. May you experience God when you feel your loss.
James Tyler
November 23, 2009
God Bless you and your service to our country in its struggle for liberty, Sergeant Akers.
Kenna Larra
May 9, 2009
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Sincerely and Respectfully,
Kenna
Jeannine Robertson
December 9, 2008
I gave a toast to you last night my
dear brother....miss you so much and
love you beyond words. Love always
your brat sister.
sandi vollmer
December 9, 2008
Dear family
My heart breaks everytime I think of all of the fine yourg men that the 125th has lost. Spence being one of them. Our pain will never go away.
We remain proud of our sons and what they choose to do for our country and all of us. My son Chad, was with Spence when they were sent to Detroit after 9-11. He also attended Spence's service, to honor a fallen brother. When we visit the armory at 44th street in Wyoming, Mi, I stand before the pictures of Tim, Chad and Spence, and say a prayer for all that have to go through what we have and our "Heroes."
He is not forgotten.
God Bless
Sandi Vollmer
Proud mother of Sgt. Chad Vollmer
KIA 12/23/06 Salman Pak, Iraq
In Memory of Spencer ~ (Debra Estep)
December 8, 2008
Holding you all in my thoughts and prayers.
The Wind on The Downs
“I like to think of you as brown and tall,
As strong and living as you used to be,
In khaki tunic, Sam Brown belt and all,
And standing there and laughing down at me.
Because they tell me, dear, that you are dead,
Because I can no longer see your face,
You have not died, it is not true, instead
You seek adventure in some other place.
That you are round about me, I believe;
I hear you laughing as you used to do,
Yet loving all the things I think of you;
And knowing you are happy, should I grieve?
You follow and are watchful where I go.”
(Written by Marian Allen during World War l )
Two lines that I wish you to keep near your heart…….
“You seek adventure in some other place.
That you are round about me, I believe”
I did not know Spencer, but I am remembering
his service and sacrifice. He is my hero. !
~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~
The Other Side
i'm over on the other side
where life and death softly divide.
left my skin and bones behind
now i'm over on the other side.
can you feel me there with you?
my breath is gone but i'm not through.
loved you then and i still do
from over on the other side.
i can fly. really fly.
below the earth ... all through the sky.
tell em all i did not die.
i'm just over on the other side.
it's good here on the other side.
the sweetest songs...the bluest skies.
thank you for the tears you cried
but it's good here on the other side.
i can fly. really fly. below the earth...all through the sky.
tell em all i did not die.
i'm just over on the other side
the world is smaller than a needle's eye.
where life and death softly divide.
when you leave your skin and bones behind
i'll be waiting on the other side.
i can fly. really fly. below the earth ... all through the sky.
go tell em all i did not die.
i'm just over on the other side.
Song lyrics by Don Conoscenti
C Desert Muse/SESAC
www.donconoscenti.com
(Used with permission)
“I hope it brings great comfort to any and all.
Peace on you. DonCon” 4-2008
The Other Side –
(To hear the song)
http://tinyurl.com/3o8gol
Sincerely,
Deb Estep ~ Ohio
Proud Air Force Mom SSgt Vince – Lackland AFB
Proud Air Force MIL SrA Dana – Randolph AFB
Remembering The Fallen – Blog
http://tinyurl.com/3z8p55
Angel and soldier drawing I have shared here.
http://tinyurl.com/6gey8b
Peggy Childers
November 11, 2008
Veteran's Day, 2008
To the family of Sgt. Spencer C. Akers:
Spencer gave the ultimate sacrifice and will be held in the hearts of Americans forever. I cannot and will not let our fallen heroes be forgotten. My deepest sympathy to you. "Some gave all."
Peggy Childers
"Don't Let The Memory Of Them Drift Away"
www.IraqWarHeroes.org
May 18, 2008
You are remembered and respected. Thank you Sgt Akers!
The Buck family
April 27, 2008
To the family of Sgt. Spencer C. Akers, our thoughts and prayers are with you in your loss. What he has done for our freedom will not be forgotten. May God comfort and bless your family.
WHAT?
March 21, 2008
Iraq
March 21, 2008
March 21, 2008
Sgt. Akers
March 21, 2008
Early times
March 21, 2008
Having fun
March 21, 2008
OUch
March 21, 2008
Drinking
March 21, 2008
Nichole McNeil
March 21, 2008
Spencer....I never got to know you, i knew of you but did not know you. But you were my fiances best friend. I know he misses you and he even broke down in front of me. He loves you. You have made him into the soldier he is today and it is absolutely amazing. He looked up to you and talks about you all the time. I wish there were a way for him to see you again....His heart hurts....He went to Iraq to prove to YOU that he could do it and and he did and i know you are proudly smiling down on him....then whacking him in the back of the head. Please keep watching over him and keep him safe. Thanks for everything Spencer.
Nick B
November 12, 2007
Dear family of Spencer C. Akers
please know I am remembering your
son ,brother and or uncle or dad
as well all other war Heroes Your son has made the Greatest Sacrifice of to all to All America, I believe Jesus is very Pleased with your son and or husband or dad! May the Our Awesome God Bless his Soul!
October 3, 2007
To a hero:
THANK YOU so much for all that you have done. You were truly a angel on earth.My sympanthy to the whole family. And thank you for allowing us to contiune to have this freedom that we get to enjoy each and every day. For every fallen soldier there is a star in the heavens and I will countiune to bow my head and pray.
R.I.P Angel
Misti Hornof
September 22, 2007
As I sit here almost two years to the day we lost you, I find myself sitting here crying and smiling at the same time. You were such a kick to be around. I can still here the laugh of yours and the grin. I cry missing you and then laugh thinking of you in your Ninja suit in Germany. One of my favorite memories is the night me, you and Ron went out on the town of Heidelberg on Halloween night. I never laughed so hard. We had a ball. We really miss you and with memories like these and many more, it keeps me going knowing I will see you again. Thanks for the Memories and Fun we had and I will never forget. Loves ya Spence!!!!
Suzanne MacDaniel
September 21, 2007
For you every single soldier
Those who served so honorable
Your life was forever altered
While I’m home safe and free
I stand with grateful admiration
I stand respectful and so proud
I know I’m only a civilian
And I don’t even know if it’s allowed
But I salute you; allow me the honor
to salute you with permission let me say
Even though I hold no rank know that from my heart
My humble gratitude comes from the deepest part.
I salute you.
For those missing in action;
for those who didn’t make it home.
I know you’re in God’s presence you are not alone.
For every neatly folder flag;
for every shattered family
I will do the only thing I know to dignify your memory.
I salute you, allow me the honor
to salute you with permission let me say
even though I hold no rank know that from my heart
my humble gratitude comes from the deepest part.
I salute you .
Every second you sacrificed
I hold you in my prayers.
So with one hand on my heart and the other in the air;
I salute you, allow me the honor
to salute you with permission let me say
even though I hold no rank know that from my heart
my humble gratitude comes from the deepest part.
I salute you allow me the honor to salute you with
permission let me say even though I hold no rank know
that from my heart my humble gratitude comes from the
deepest part.
I salute you
I salute you
You are in my thoughts and prayers
.
Suzanne MacDaniel
A Proud Aunt
Sgt. David M. Fisher
12/1/04 (Iraq)
August 19, 2007
There is nothing that I can say or do to take away the pain or bring you peace in your time of sorrow, but I will offer you and your family my heart felt condolences. I also offer you my prayers that in time the pain will easy and the memories of your HERO will carry you through each day and night. I want to thank your HERO, for his/her selfless act of becoming a member of the armed forces, his/her willingness to defend the United States of America, all that we hold sacred and for the sacrifice that will forever be etched in the memories of all those who knew him/her. Though tears can never bring him/her back, we hope that our tears express our gratitude for the sacrifice that he/she made and our sorrow at his/her passing. I believe for every fallen HERO there is a star shining brightly up above to remind us of the precious gift we were given.
Your mission on earth is complete and you are now a member of GOD’s Heavenly armed forces. Stand down brave warrior and take your rightful place in Heaven with all the HEROES who have passed before.
I made a special promise to LE RON A. WILSON, a dear family friend who joined the Army with three other friends, one of whom is my son (Le Ron was killed in action on 07/06/07 at the age of 18) on the day he was laid to rest as I touched his coffin, that I would never forget him nor would I forget those that gave their lives for our country before him, with him and after him and so when I came across www.legacy.com, I thought what a great way to keep my promise to Le Ron, so I will continue to leave tributes in each guest book until the day there is no longer the need to leave these tributes to a FALLEN HERO.
REST IN PEACE, HERO, YOU WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN!!
PROUD MOTHER OF A U.S. SOLDIER
Currently stationed in Germany
Althea Barrett(Queens, NY)
July 24, 2007
Thank you for the sacrifice made by Sgt Akers and the sacrifice made by everyone who loves and misses him! May God bless all of you!!
He made me smile
July 9, 2007
LeAnne
July 9, 2007
Spence,
For about a year I would not search to see why I stopped getting your letters. I finally came around to it and I knew before I even searched. I miss you! You always made me smile. At least I have your letters to read to cheer me up now. My favorite part "Smile, I'm thinking about you. Plus, if people see you smiling they are wondering what you are thinking. ~Spencer"
You are truly missed by me! Thanks for all the times you made me smile. I am praying for you now and for your family. You were truly an amazing person. I feel honored to have had a you in my life. I will see your bright smiling face in heaven!
Stephanie Baker
February 28, 2007
God Bless Spencer, you were a very good man and you will be missed by all. Rest In Peace.
Keith Tondreau
February 24, 2007
while words sound hallow we thank you and him for giving the ultimate sacrifice may God Bless you untill you meet again in the place with no tears and the Glory of God surrounds you
adam
February 15, 2007
god bless you, may you find peace in heaven. i pray for all you in your family.
Brenda Covey
November 26, 2006
To The Akers Family,
My sons, Scott and Michael Sexson were good friends with Spencer. They brought him over to my home and talked together several times. When Spencer passed, I had to find a way inform my son Michael of this, his wife told him as he contacted her more often than me. As you see Mike also rejoined the Army again. He was in Iraq at the time of his passing. He has the greatest respect for his fellow soldiers, and spoke highly of Spencer. May God bless you and know that he is in a better place. Just think, the next face he sees will be Jesus's. Our freedoms in America are not free.....With Love,
Garnet Jenkins
November 21, 2006
Paying tribute to this Fine Young Hero, Sgt. Spencer C. Akers, with a Great Amount of Thanks for his Courage, Dedication and Many Years of Service to our Country and for Freedom.
May Spencer rest, in the Caring Hands of God and know that he Truly is an American Hero.
May God's Loving Grace and Comfort continue to be with the Akers family.
Those who Made the Ultimate Sacrifice, So Many and So Young, shall NEVER BE FORGOTTEN.
My brother among them. KIA-Vietnam 1967.
"And God shall wipe away every tear from their eyes,
there shall be no more death,
nor sorrow, nor crying,
there shall be no more pain.
For the former things have have passed away."
Revelations 21:4
May you find strength in your faith, comfort in God's love, and peace in knowing this country remembers Spencer's Sacrifice.
I am deeply sorry for your loss.
October 22, 2006
To the Family of Sgt. Spencer C. Akers:
Your son's name, along with our sons, is forever together on a Memorial standing at Fort Indiantown Gap, Annville, PA. Their dogtags hang together forever moving with the wind creating a subtle sound, like the quiet whispers of the Fallen as they continue to speak to us. Attending this Memorial Dedication and hearing your child's name being read along with ours, has prompted me to sign this soldier's guestbook.
If your child can stand in battle to ensure my freedom, then I will stand in grief with his family to honor him. For every fallen HERO there is a bright star that shines in the evening sky to remind us of the cherished gift we were given – even if for too short a time.
My heart breaks again as I sign yet another guest book of another courageous young soldier who gave their life so selflessly. I wish I never found myself in a position to have to sign another guestbook for the rest of my life, but I promised Brent that neither he nor any like him would be forgotten and so I will continue until the day there is no longer the need.
We lost our son SFC Brent A. Adams on 12/1/05 as well and it seems like yesterday. I wish so badly there were things I could say to you right now to make the pain you are feeling go away, but I know first hand there simply are no words that will bring you the comfort and peace your heart aches for right now. Just know that you are not alone. My heart, thoughts, and prayers are with you all as you go through this tragedy moment by moment and as you mourn this loss.
We don't know each other, will probably never meet, but will forever be united in the loss of our Heroes. We have, unfortunately joined a group none of us wanted to join, an ever-growing group of families in this situation. May God grant you peace and strength to get through this and be able once again to smile at a memory rather than have only the tears that flow so easily now. To be so proud of your loved one and so saddened at the same time is a mix of emotions very difficult to deal with as our hearts both burst with pride and pain together.
I am sorry that I never knew your soldier personally. While they can never be replaced, neither will they ever be forgotten . You must trust that sometime, someday the loving memories you have will help to sustain you and help you go on. This courageous soldier will forever be your Angel watching over you all for the rest of your lives. It's what brings me some measure of peace and comfort and I hope it will you as well.
To his family and friends in pain, I offer this comfort: When you find yourself in that dark sorrowful place, think not only of how you will miss him, but instead recall the years, days, hours and minutes gifted to you by his presence. The one thing that cannot be taken from you is your wonderful memories that now will mean more than ever.
If you ever want to talk, I'm only an e:mail away and would love for you to tell me more about your Hero.
God Bless this soldier and family who gave all and God Bless legacy.com for setting up this site where families can so quickly share their condolences and prayers with others like themselves.
Proud Parents of SFC Brent A. Adams, KIA, 12/1/05, Ramadi, Iraq
Pam and Bill Adams, Lancaster, PA
Shirley & Joseph Siravo
October 21, 2006
The loss of someone so close is difficult to bear. Please know that we share your grief, and our prayers are with you. THANK YOU for serving our country, YOU WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN!
matthew akers
October 11, 2006
im sorry for your loss im hear for you
Lester Jahnig
August 10, 2006
My deepest sympathy to the the family of Spencer. I have just heard about your loss. I served with spencer in the 503rd and in the 1st gulf war. I can't say how sorry I am to hear of his death.
chris
August 5, 2006
May God bless your family in their time of grief. My wife died in the world trade center and I feel a loss everytime I hear of a brave soldier losing their life to protect mine and my sons.
Michael Sexson
June 23, 2006
To the parents of Spencer. I knew him from Petoskey when we worked together for Wackenhut. He was a good man who was pleased to help those people in need. I did not know that he was back in the army until I found out about his passing. I wish I could have seen him one last time to make up for some things, but the good lord has him by his side now.
Jen Nyland
May 26, 2006
To Spence's Family:
I knew Spence several years ago, when I worked with him at Circuit City. I truly must say that he was an amazing man. I can't recall a time when he couldn't make me laugh or smile. He is truly a gift from God. I want to express my deepest sympathy for your loss.
Shannon Wiseman
May 23, 2006
May God Bless your family through this truly tragic time!
ROBYN GARSIDE
May 11, 2006
MAY GOD BLESS YOU AND YOURS. I HAVE JUST LEARNED OF YOUR GREAT LOSS AND WISH TO EXPRESS MY DEEPEST CONDOLENCES. PLEASE KNOW THAT THERE ARE PEOPLE OUT HERE WHO DO CARE AND YOUR HERO WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN. HOLD TIGHT TO YOUR TREASURED MEMORIES THAT HIS SPECIAL SMILE MAY CONTINUE TO SHINE. I PRAY THAT PEACE WILL FIND YOU ALL SOMEDAY. STAY STRONG AND GODSPEED. SEMPER FI
A MARINE MOM
Yolanda Lyons
April 29, 2006
People in central Michigan followed this story for a long time because of all the local young men that had been injured and killed in this incident. Spencer's untimely death was the last one reported until yesterday. Matt Webber has now gone to join his friends. May all of those wonderful young men know how much they are loved and missed. They have paid the ultimate price so that they rest of us could continue to enjoy the freedoms we have. May God forever smile on each of them, and may we never forget them. My thoughts are with Sgt. Akers' family, as are the thoughts of all caring Americans.
Cheryl McCutcheon
April 27, 2006
To the family of Sgt. Spencer Akers,
On behalf of J's friends and our Rainbows Group at Sharon Public School we would like to send our deepest sympathies to you for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
J, thank you for sharing your pride with us. We are proud of you too!
Don Carver
April 23, 2006
Spc.Dane Carver,my son always said you two were closer than brothers.I have a photo of you boarding a plane together.Well,forever you will be part of our family.The Lord has taken note that you "laid down your life for your brethren".We owe you so much Sgt.Akers....
John Whitmore
April 21, 2006
To the family of Sgt. Spencer C. Akers,
I want to tell you how sad I was upon hearing of the loss of your loved one, Spencer. God bless him. Spencer is a true American Hero. I wish I would have known him. I will remember Spencer and all his family in my thoughts and prayers. Please take care of each other.
Michael Rickertt
March 22, 2006
I am so very sorry to hear about your lose.I was stationed with Spencer in Heidelberg and feel I am a better person from knowing him.He had a way of keeping up beat
even when everything around was in the dumps.
mary cobb
March 21, 2006
dear family,i am terribly sorry about the loss of your boy.he was a good person and he did many good things.but you have to remember that life comes with many obstacles and this was obstacle number 1!!!!!!! dont feel like this 4 ever i mean 3 weeks ago i lost my house in a fire in coral springs a fire in my dads closet with the hot water heater burst. now i am home less and you lost your son.just know that god will make a way to fix it and right on time too.... i pray for yopui and the family keep your head up and stay strong you'll see your son sooner then you think.... in jesus name we pray amen.....be strong......
Ray G. Flores
March 19, 2006
To the family of Sgt Spencer C. Ackers,
I served with your son while he was in the 503rd Transportation Company; in fact, we were in the same platoon…we also deployed to the first gulf war together…we called ourselves the dirty desert dogs…it was an honor to have worked with your son, brother and uncle. Spencer, may your family know that you gave meaning to life, that you touch the hearts and souls of many people that came into your life. An unsung hero to me is not the person who gives millions of dollars to charity, yet for some it's just a drop in the bucket. No, for me, the hero’s of this world are the people that dedicate their lives for others, so that we may live or have a better life. We cannot judge the deeds of our soldiers, but to embrace them as gifts of true value: courage, honesty, and their out standing conduct in which they served.
Soldiers of the United States of America have been changing lives for decades now; nevertheless this is a fact, it will continue as long as we love this great nation...Some people say that hero’s are born and not made, that heroism is a matter of fate, but if hero’s are made, who makes them? They defined themselves and that is who makes them...they follow a higher calling with total dedication and that is a true hero…We must not forget a hero is a hero for what he or she does, not for who he or she was…remember soldiers perform astonishing deeds, far beyond the capabilities of the average person.
Spencer, you will always be remembered as a, hero and a person with great love for life…peace out dirty desert dog
Sgt Ray G. Flores
Tom Gugliuzza-Smith
February 23, 2006
My heartfelt sympathy to the Akers family in the loss of Spencer. I did not know Spencer, but my heart is broken and I am saddened for your loss of such a fine young person and hero. May God bring you peace in your heart as you reflect on all the wonderful memories you hold so close. Please know that you are in my heart and prayers. You are a hero and you will never be forgotten.
I send each of you a hug from the most inner part of my heart.
Love and Peace
Tom
To live in the hearts
of those you leave behind
is never to die"
~Robert Orr~
JoAnne (Mom)
February 8, 2006
"There is a bridge of memories
from earth to Heaven above...
It keeps you near us
It's the bridge that everyone calls love"
Tracey
February 8, 2006
I still can't believe that you are gone. It seems like yesterday we were talking on Yahoo. I am really thankful your sister and I are sharing so many memories. I miss you so much.
Forever in my heart...
Jeannine Robertson
February 8, 2006
At 9:15 tonight 2 months ago you left this earth. I miss you so much.
Love your Brat Sister.
Ingrid Ivey
January 21, 2006
To the family of Spencer Akers:
We have never met, Spc. Dane Carver was my brother. I feel your same pain deeply. I pray for healing over time and for the good sweet memories of these two outstanding young men who we loved so much to always be in the foreground of our minds. Please know that your family is in my prayers.
Suzanne Witer
January 14, 2006
I asked my son Evan,(1/125th), if he knew Spencer well and he said yes, really well. I told him there was a picture of Spencer in the Bay City Times and he looked like a fun guy....Evan said he was hilarious. That's how he will forever be remembered by my son. I'm sorry i never got to meet him. If Evan has any pictures, we will gladly pass them along to you. We will keep your family in our prayers. God bless you all.
Misti Hornof
January 13, 2006
Spence, You were the best friend me and Ron ever knew in Germany. We have been trying to locate you since we all left and have missed you deeply. You are the light and laugh with us. You had always made us smile when we thought things were going wrong. We loved you like a brother and never will forget you. When you took the company and had them all sign up to go to the gulf so Ron could stay home and see our daughter Stormi born meant more to us then you ever would have been able to show you. We love you dearly and miss you very much. We will see you again and remember you gave us many good memories to keep us going till we meet again. We love ya Spence.
Ron and Misti Hornof
503rd was never the same without the three of us.
Jeannine-(brat-sister) Robertson
January 10, 2006
Dear Spencer-Boar
It's been a month now and I still wake up at night and see the flag on your coffin.The hole that you have left in my life is so huge that sometimes I can't believe that I could miss someome so much...especially the way we used to fight. I would give anything to look into your smiling face and call you a jerk,and to hear you say
what a brat I am. My life has been changed forever but I do know one thing for sure....I will never be afraid to die because I have asked God when it is my time to go please don't send an angel to bring me home but send me my soldier.
Anna Ward
January 6, 2006
My prayers are with you as were dealing with the same pain. my nephew was with your son. he was killed right away. now together they will protect each other in heaven. I know that they loved all of us and that is why they went over there is protect us.
Tim,Tonia,Zack,Kazia Cooper
January 6, 2006
Dearest Spencer,
You know me very well, as I do you. But the one thing I never got to say to you was "Thank-you" for serving our Country. It has broken our heart, that you gave your life to keep ours free. Don't worry I will look after Jeannine, and report back to you with any gossip. If you get a chance send me a email, that is if your not to busy up there.
Love and will miss you,
The Cooper Family
JoAnne (Mom)
January 4, 2006
Grief is not what happens to you...
loss is what happens to you.
Any loss, be it physical,emotional, or material will precipitate grief.
LOSS is loosing something or someone of value.
Grief is the only appropriate response to a loss.
Grief with it's many ups and downs last far longer than society in general recognizes.
Be patient with yourself.
Each person's grief is individual.
You, your friends and family will experience it and cope with it differently.
Crying is an acceptable and healthy expression of grief and releases built up tension.
Cry freely as you feel the need.
Physical reactions to the loss of a friend might include loss of appetite or over eating, as well as sleeplessness.
You may find that you have very little energy and cannot
concentrate. A balanced diet, rest and moderate exercise are especially important for you.
Friends and relatives may be uncomfortable around you.
They want to ease your pain but do not know how.
Take the initiative and help them learn how to be supportive for you.
Whenever possible, put off major decisions such as...
changing residence, changing jobs, etc., for at least a year.
Guilt, real or imagined is a normal part of grief.
It surfaces in thoughts and feelings of "If Only".
In order to resolve this guilt, learn to express and share these feelings and learn to forgive yourself.
Anger is another common reaction to loss...
Anger, like guilt, needs expression and sharing in a healthy manner.
Loss often causes a person to challenge and examine
his or her faith or philosophy of life.
Don't be disturbed if you are questioning old beliefs.
Talk about it.
For many, faith offers help to accept the unacceptable.
It helps to become involved in a group of family and friends having similar experiences; sharing eases the loneliness and promotes the expression of your grief in an atmosphere of acceptance and understanding.
Thank you Tracey..
Jennifer Ingram
January 4, 2006
My family and I send our sincere condolences to the family of Spencer Akers. What a true American hero he is.
Pam Adams
January 2, 2006
To the Family of Sgt. Spencer C. Akers:
Having just lost our son to this war 12/1 I know there are no words that will give you the peace you need right now. Just know that you are not alone, you are in my heart, thoughts, and prayers as you mourn the loss of your Hero Sgt. Spencer C. Akers. He will not be forgotten. May your memories eventually bring smiles to replace the tears I know are being shed.
Pam Adams
Karla Holwerda
January 2, 2006
I only met Spence a couple times, but he was a very good friend to my fiance Dane who just recently met him in heaven on December 26 while also serving Bravo Co. in Iraq. I was always struck by his friendly face, and the way he talked to me as if he knew me...which he probably felt like he did. Dane respected him a great deal, and I'm sure they had a joyful reunion in heaven. My heartfelt condolences to the family....i know the hole you feel in your heart, as I have one in my own.
Melissa Mueller
January 1, 2006
My thoughts and prayers go out to the family of Sgt. Akers...God Bless
Patty Wilson
December 26, 2005
Spencer, You are a true hero. My son looked up to you as the brother he never had. We will all miss your smile, your humor and your strength of character. As was your way, you gave of yourself, freely and without reserve. See you in heaven...
Jackie
December 26, 2005
Spence-
I have never met you, nor heard of your name...
now, will never forget you
Tracey Frank
December 25, 2005
Spencer just wanted to wish you a merry christmas. We all miss you and love you!!!
larah and jordan robertson
December 24, 2005
we will never forget u uncle spencer and our prayers are with the other soilders.
Robb & Jennifer Gustafson
December 24, 2005
Our deepest sympathy goes out to the Akers family. God bless you.
Jamie Graves
December 21, 2005
God Bless our military and their families..you will not be forgotten..( Jamie,Navy wife)
7th Grade LouisburgMiddleSchool
December 21, 2005
We care and share your sorrows
Matt Mayer
December 20, 2005
It was an honor to live with Spencer for the past 4 years in Traverse City, I want to thank everyone who helped with the memorial service and to his family my deepest condolences, Spence you will be missed, RIP my dear friend.
Jonathan Quimpo
December 19, 2005
My deepest condolences to the Akers family, I served with Akers in Heidelberg Germany around 89-92. I remember him being gung-ho and a motivated soldier. During Desert Storm, I know he volunteered along with a handful of single soldiers to go before the married soldier, By doing that some of the married soldiers were able to stay behind with their families in Germany. I'm not surprised he did the same thing again this time. I thank you and your family for your sacrifices, God bless you.
Crystal Seigh
December 19, 2005
To the family of Spencer. My prayers are with you. I will miss Spencer very very much. I worked with him at best buy and he was such a cool guy. We hung out a lot while he was home and we also wrote letters and emailed each other while he was in Iraq. I wish I could let him know now how much I had missed him and what a good friend he was to me. In my heart I think he knows. Love ya Spence
Gregg Hanpeter
December 18, 2005
My thoughts and prayers go out to the Akers family and all who knew Spence. He a one in a million guy and he will be missed :(
Wendy Manville (Cabinaw)
December 16, 2005
I used to work with Spence up at the Sands Casino. I haven't seen him for awhile but I do remember how great a friend and co-worker he was. He always had a come-back for something and could make just about everyone laugh. He will surely be missed and the memories he left behind will always be cherished. Thank you for what you have done for our country. We salute you.
Jennifer Kowalski
December 16, 2005
My husband and I met Spencer many years ago through a mutual friend. I remember him as always being willing to help when help was needed. When we bought our house in Traverse City he spent an entire week helping us redrywall without even asking for anything in return. Although it has been years since we've seen him, he will be missed dearly. Our thoughts and prayers go out to his family.
Rose Fordham
December 16, 2005
To the Akers Family,I met spence through my son David Fordham. Spence served our country with honor, pride and courage, he will surely be missed by David and myself and i'm sure he will be missed by all who knew him. Spence made the ultimate sacrafice to keep us free and safe. Spence is serving a new commander now. I know he will serve him well also. Rest In Peace My Dear Friend.
Jim and JoAnn Starnes
December 16, 2005
Sadness hardly describes the feelings of loss when such a fine young person is left short of a full life. Although we didn't know Spencer, we live in the Emerald Creek community and were thoughtfully informed by the manager, as were all residents, that he was hospitalized in Texas with his wounds and needed our prayers. God love him for his sacrifice and God comfort his dear family.
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