Robert A. Akers

Robert Akers Obituary

Robert A. Akers, 35, of Virginia Beach, Va., passed away on Monday, March 2, 2009. Robert was a member of Haygood United Methodist Church. He was a heating and air conditioning technician and loved the Dallas Cowboys and the Virginia Tech Hokies. Robert is survived by his parents, Larry and Pat Akers; a brother, Scott Akers and wife, Julie, and their children, Joshua and Jessica; paternal grandmother, Rhea Akers of Hillsville; maternal grandmother, Violet Edwards of Gladesboro; and a host of aunts, uncles and other relatives who loved him. He was predeceased by his two grandfathers, James W. Edwards and Rush L. Akers. A funeral service will be conducted 2 p.m. on Thursday, March 5, 2009, at Haygood United Methodist Church with the Rev. Chuck Shumate officiating with visitation one hour prior. Robert will be transferred from HollomonBrown Funeral Home to VaughanGuynn-McGrady Chapel in Hillsville for a funeral service 1 p.m. on Saturday, March 7, 2009, at Gladesboro Lutheran Church with Pastor Duane Steele officiating. The family will receive friends at the church one hour prior to the service. Burial will follow in the Gladesboro Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the American Cancer Society. Online condolences may be made to www.hollomon-brown.com and www.vaughanguynnandmcgrady.com. Vaughan-Guynn-McGrady Chapel is serving the family locally.

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Published by Roanoke Times on Mar. 5, 2009.

Memories and Condolences
for Robert Akers

15 Entries

Mia & Larry Roberson

March 14, 2009

Pat & Larry, God bless you both, I am truly sorry for your loss. We love you,
All the Robersons

Kim Schreiber

March 9, 2009

Larry & Pat,
You are in my prayers. When God brings us to it He will see us through it.

Julie D

March 6, 2009

I was always happy to see Bobby and I appreciated his sincerity so much. I'll miss your smile, man. I was glad to know you. Love ya lots!

Tina Merritt

March 5, 2009

Thoughts and prayers to you and your family.

Pretty Bob

March 5, 2009

God placed you in our lives just for a minute to carry a message of hope to someone like me. Now he's called on you to carry that message to someone else, somewhere else. We are grateful for the time you shared with each of us. Go in peace my friend. Love u lots!

Mary Anne F.

March 5, 2009

To know Bobby was to love him. He was a kind and gentle soul and will be greatly missed by all of his "family".

Pat Cash

March 4, 2009

Bobby was a great person that always listened to that person in need..His sense of Goodwill always showed with his loyal service. I really appreciated him as a person and respected his honesty.. Thank you Bobby.. "Go Hokies"

Lori Y

March 4, 2009

"Bobby" was an extremely wonderful man. I loved him as a friend, dearly. Heaven now has the best angel God has made.

I wish the best for Bobby's family now and in the future. He will be sorely missed.

Sara S.

March 4, 2009

Bobby always made me smile whenever I saw his smiling face. He was always full of joy and a caring friend. I only knew him for a short time but he has made a great impact on my life as well as our friends. We love you Bobby! Peace be with you!

Yvonne G.

March 4, 2009

Godspeed Bobby, my sincere condolences go out to his family. bobby was a very dear man and friend. always had a warm hug and smile to give. i will forever be grateful for his friendship and love. he is truly a miracle and an angel to me,who will be greatly missed.

Judy Fenn

March 4, 2009

I didn't know "Bobby" all that well. But we were acquaintances. He was a kind and loving soul who was very generous, especially with helping people out with rides. He will be missed. My heart goes out to his family.
Judy F.
Chesapeake, VA

Harold Smith

March 4, 2009

To the family of Robert Akers,
On behalf of Renee and I, please allow us to express our deepest sympathy. We are indeed so very sorry for your loss.
Your neighbor,
Harold

Valerie Spechio

March 4, 2009

Bobby you will be missed. You were a great friend and so many loved you and will always remeber you.

Jim & Linda Bass

March 4, 2009

Larry & Pat
We are so very sorry. We will miss Bobby's big smile and spontaneous waves to us as we pass in the neighborhood. He leaves a big void in our neighborhood pumpkin carving contest--which will never be the same but certainly will become an occassion to remember Bobby fondly. God Bless and Comfort you during this time of sorrow.

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