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Darrel Akerfelds Obituary
Akerfelds had been bullpen coach for San Diego since June 2001.
"Ak was an invaluable member of the Padres coaching staff," manager Bud Black said. "He was a loyal Padre to the end. Players and coaches were made better by Ack. He will be sorely missed."
He was diagnosed with cancer in December 2010. Last season, Akerfelds attended 148 of the 162, games despite undergoing chemotherapy. He was still with the team in the early part of the season before he finally stopped coming to the ballpark.
A Denver native, Akerfelds played professional baseball for 12 seasons and appeared in 125 major league games. He was 9-10 with 5.08 ERA pitching for Oakland, Cleveland, Texas and Philadelphia.
Akerfelds was a seventh-round draft pick of the Seattle Mariners in 1983.
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76 Entries
July 9, 2014
Rest in peace until the God of all tender mercy will call, and you yourself will answer... what a day that will be!!!
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Calvin Crouse
May 18, 2013
Darrel was an inspiration to many. He touched people's lives in positive ways. I only met this wonderful once in my life but it was enough to see the greatness inside of him...Dalton darrels son was my best friend and I will always love his family
May 18, 2013
We miss Darrel very much wonderful father to Dalton thanks for all the support god bless to all Rachel Bevis akerfelds
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Tony Collins
February 17, 2013
Darrell was a class act and a very nice person, what a sad thing to lose someone like him. What a horrible thing. Alot of people will miss him.
David
January 12, 2013
As difficult as death is to bear up under we can find some comfort in knowing that death is a sleeping state (Jo 11:11) that will soon be removed (Ps 37:10,11,29)
Todd Lewis
January 5, 2013
Fond memories of Darrel in the Majors specifically with the Phillies . He was a Pitching Coach in the making . My prayers to the Padres organization and the Akerfelds family at this trying time
EM
September 24, 2012
I know that lossing a loved one so young in death is never easy however God is with those grieving. May God give you comfort and peace at this time. Romans 15:13
July 25, 2012
My deepest sympathy for your loss.May God grant you comfort and peace during this difficult time.Romans15:13
Blake Corning
July 9, 2012
What a Great Dude always so cool to me I thank you Akerfelds for such a nice caring dude always admired him his strength and wisdom seeing him play up here in Tacoma was a cool thing after High School and College Ive always kept up on him god bless you all
Blake Corning
July 4, 2012
To the AKERFELDS family sorry for your loss may GOD give you his love, peace, and strength in this time of sorrow. May he R.I.P -|-
justice chukwuma
July 4, 2012
u were a rare gem, just rest in d bossom of d till we meet to part no more, GOD will console ur family
Troy Comstock
July 1, 2012
To the Akerfelds family. Many times over the years I have bragged to people about your family and how lucky I was to grow up with and be around such an athletic family. I just told someone the other day that I took batting practice from a major league pitcher. I still talk about what a great coach Abes was. we all knew we were welcome at the Akerfelds house any time. I am very sorry for your loss. God bless all of you.
Troy Comstock
Valerie Wasserman Pelc
June 30, 2012
Darrel touched so many lives and will be forever remembered. RIP.
Rick Moreno
June 30, 2012
To Abe, Gloria, Danny and Duane, Darrel was an inspiration to everyone I ever seen him around. He was always so polite and respectful no matter who they were, or what they did. You pushed me in every aspect of my life. Whether it was the special times we competed against each other, or we're teammates in college. You were a Great Man Ak and it hurts that you are gone. God has taken a special child to Heaven with him!
mary holmes
June 29, 2012
Certainly this is a difficult time,my condolences,may you draw strength and courage from each other, may you have peace that comes from above.
Dixie walker
June 29, 2012
My condolances to the family friends and loved ones of a great man i lossed my father in 2006 to the same thing i will pray for the family. GOD BLESS STAY STRONG..
Peter Pisani
June 29, 2012
Very very sorry to hear of Darrel's passing at such a young age.
Mary and Mac Morrissey
June 28, 2012
To Darrel's family and all who looked up to him...to those who crossed lifetimes with him -- be gentle with yourselves. Hold tight to sweet memories because they only get sweeter. I thankfully remember our sons growing together...will never forget Darrel's smile. Thanks for touching our lives...
Terri Henson Connolly
June 28, 2012
I attended Columbine HS with Darrel and his brothers, I will never forget when myself and a friend were being harassed in the cafeteria by two girls and he came to our rescue and told the girls to back off and he walked us to the counselors office. We were just freshman and he was the popular athletic senior, he was our hero that day! My condolences go out to the Ackerfelds family!
Ronald Brown
June 28, 2012
We are so sorry for your loss,you both have been in our Thoughts & Prayers from the beginning.
GOD BLESS
THE RON'S
from Florida
scotty tennanbaum
June 28, 2012
Great coach and a good man.
Michele Hanson-Pahan
June 27, 2012
My heart hurts. I knew you when we where young, I will miss following you through baseball as I get older. Too young...Peace. Michele
Brian Fisher
June 27, 2012
To a great friend, you always pushed me to be better and to work harder. It was a pleasure to have known you. I have not met a better competitor and friend in my life. You will be missed by all that you touched RIP AK
Darel Hansen
June 27, 2012
Such a tragic loss of a great man. I will never forget our time together in Madison. Darrel, you will always be my hero.
June 27, 2012
Our deepest symathy to all Akerfeld family. We were so lucky to have you live next door to us. Darrel water my plants when we were on vacation. I can still remember you and your brother all ways have a ball in hand. The Schuster Family
Bob (Ghost) Gean
June 27, 2012
AK Thanks for being you. Thanks for the Frindship. Yes now you can play ball on the field of Dreams! God Bless
Karen Boxler
June 27, 2012
I had the honor of going to Jr. High and High School with Darrel, What an amazing life he had, to have done the things he did and Loved. An insperation to so many. May your soul rest peacefully Darrel, My heart goes out to your family and Son Dalton.
beemer
June 27, 2012
our thoughts and prayers are with your family and teammates.
The Brunson
June 27, 2012
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Cynthia
June 27, 2012
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
June 27, 2012
May the love of those around you, help you through the days ahead. Hold tight to cherished memories.....Lean on friends for support.....And cling to God's word, the Bible, for strength and comfort.
June 27, 2012
To the the family of Darrel Akerfelds - May God give you peace and comfort through his word and the Lord Jesus Christ during this time of sorrow, I know that he will be missed by many.
Jayne Fortner-Williams
June 26, 2012
Once a Rebel, always a Rebel. May you rest peacefully.
Cory
June 26, 2012
Please God receive Darrel with open arms! Ak ... to those who knew him more deeply ... was a powerful personality and quite possibly the finest high school athlete I have ever seen. His family was like a second family to me when I was young. Darrel will always be that impressive friend's older brother one wanted to be like. God be with Darrel and his family
Maryellen
June 26, 2012
My sincerest condolences to the family and friends of Darrel "AK" Akerfelds. He was much too young. R.I.P. AK!!
Brad Arnsberg
June 26, 2012
To a great friend/roommate, a true inspiration both on and off the field, and a fellow "Ninja Warrior," I'll look forward to our next adventure together buddy. To the entire Akerfeld family, know that Darrel is finally out of pain and will now be watching over all of you. You couldn't be in better hands. May God be with you all during this difficult time. Brad Arnsberg & Family
Nate Oliver
June 26, 2012
My deepest condolences to your family for the lost of one of our baseball family.
Jamie & Lisa Radisewitz
June 26, 2012
Our thoughts are with his son Dalton-We were so very blessed to have had the friendship with Darrel that we did and the many fun times with him and watching him grow thru baseball - AK- YOU WILL ALWAYS BE OUR NUMBER ONE HERO! - Love, Jamie & Lisa Radisewitz
Ivan
June 26, 2012
For the family: "Trust in the Lord Jehovah, for in the Lord is everlasting peace" Isa.26:4
Jules: May the peace of God fill your heart "Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and lean not on your own understanding, in all thy ways acknowledge Him, and He shall direct your path." Prov.3:5,6
Kay Shofner
June 26, 2012
We were blessed to have known Darrell. The quality he brought to our lives is only surpassed by the love, kindness, and thoughtfulness.
Harts
June 26, 2012
Our condolences to Darrel's family. We were so sorry to hear of his death. May our Heavenly Father, the God of comfort and tender mercies be with you all. With deep sympathy,
David Driggers
June 26, 2012
My deepest condolancences to your family.
Donna & Philip LeNoble
June 26, 2012
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. We have many wonderful memories from years past. His courage and passion was an inspiration to all. Donna and Philip LeNoble, Littleton, CO.
Nancy McCullough
June 26, 2012
So sorry for your loss
June 26, 2012
Prayers with family and friends
Phoenix , AZ
Reggie Ritter
June 26, 2012
To my former teammate,roommate and friend.... Cleveland "1987".....rest in peace my friend
-Reggie Ritter
Byrnes Family
June 26, 2012
Dear Akerfield family. I'm am so sorry to hear of Darrel's passing. My heart goes out to you all. He was too young. Keep his memories close to you, they will help ease the pain. God bless and keep you.
June 26, 2012
R.I.P.
Barb
June 26, 2012
To family and friends of Darrel Akerfelds, please find comfort in God's inspired word the Bible (2 Timothy 3:16).
Carol Johnson
June 26, 2012
Deepest sympathy to the Akerfelds family. My son, Kevin Bledsoe, played baseball with Darrel's brother, Duane, and also attended Columbine High School. Their Dad coached Kevin's team and Darrel was always encouraging the younger boys. We have very fond memories of those days.
Carol (Bledsoe) Johnson
June 26, 2012
Our deepest sympathy to the Akerfelds family. My son, Kevin Bledsoe, played Baseball with Darrel's brother, Duane, and also attended Columbine High School. Darrel was always there to encourage the younger boys and instruct them. We have such fond memories of those days...we will always remember!
Carol (Bledsoe) Johnson & family
June 25, 2012
Dear Ackerfelds Family,
We are so sorry to hear about the death of Darrel. Our thoughts and prayers go out to all of you. He was a special guy, as were his brothers at Ken Caryl Junior High, and we now celebrate his life and remember him with joy.
Doug and Susan Kirk
June 25, 2012
To the family of Darrel Akerfelds may God give you comfort and peace by means of prayer - Philipians 4:6,7. My deepest sympathy
Matthew Bohn
June 25, 2012
I played with Ak at Mesa State, he brought so many scouts in to see him pitch and he did not disappoint. I have thought alot about our times together, many made me laugh. I will miss you Ak.
Eleanor Bustos
June 25, 2012
Gloria, I am so sorry about Darrel. No words can express how much my heart feels for you and your family. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Love Eleanor and Nykol Bustos
linda vallow
June 25, 2012
praying for ur family sorry your loss
Chuck & Carole O'Brien
June 25, 2012
To the family,
Even though I only met Darrel once, he was a wonderful guy. He was once married to my favorite great niece, who has always been precious to me and has always had a wonderful personality. I know Darrel will be missed tremendously by his family, especially his son, Dalton and our sympathies go out to everyone who knew and loved Darrel. May God bless you, Rachel, Dalton, Rosemary and Kent.
Uncle Chuck & Carole O'Brien
June 25, 2012
With deepest sympathy to the family during your time of sorrow. Psalms 46:1 says: God is for us a refuge and strength during this difficult time and may God grant you the comfort to endure.
Kathleen Tracy
June 25, 2012
My deepest sympathy to the Akerfelds family and also to Darrel's Padres family. May your memories with him comfort you and give you strength at this time.
Kim Yakimow
June 25, 2012
Dear Akerfeld family- Thinking of you at this time. I was a classmate of Darrel's at Columbine and neighbor of yours. Our family is praying for you at this time.
Kim Schuster-Yakimow
Kelly Bruss
June 25, 2012
You will be missed... San Diego Padres will also be missing you as well... Thanks for what you do for the PetCo Park...MLB will always be in your heart..
Maurice Doss
June 25, 2012
To the Akerfeld Family: I am so sorry for your loss, as Darrel was a great tribute to the game of baseball and all his fans. I never met Darrel, but was told many great stories about him by his team mates. He will never be forgotten, as he was a great pitcher for the Phillies. My deepest condolences go out to all you at this time.
Ken Cunningham
June 25, 2012
God Bless You and your family. I fondly remember you as a ball player and an inspiration to young Major Leaguers. You will be missed
June 25, 2012
god bless all the akerfields family-- great mentor and person--pedro bazan family in texas
Pastor Paula White @NDCC
June 25, 2012
May the love that surrounds you help your heart heal;
We stand beside you with the Love of God and Strength.
Pastor Paula White & the New Destiny Christian Center Church Family
Phillip Stewart
June 25, 2012
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Terri Wilson
June 25, 2012
May you RIP. I remember watching you with the A's. You will be missed by the baseball world. Take care Sir & pitch the heaven in the best game of your life.
Sue
June 25, 2012
Thoughts and prayers go out to the family and to the Padres family as well.
June 25, 2012
May the Ackerfelds family have peace and comfort at this difficult time while they rely upon the "Hearer of prayer" (Pslams 65:2)
Diane Milligan
June 25, 2012
So sorry to hear of the loss of a great baseball player. I enjoyed watching a good game on television from time to time, and the Padres were one of my favorites. My sincere condolences to the Akerfeld family during this difficult time. I will be praying for you.
Judy Lewis
June 25, 2012
My sympathy to Mr. Akerfelds family. My sister died of pancreatic cancer two years ago. Hoping they will find a cure.
mick mick
June 25, 2012
I'm sorry for your loss. May the God of tender mercies comfort you during this difficult time-2Cor 1:3. Please accept my sympathy.
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