Photo courtesy of Woodfin Funeral Chapel - Murfreesboro
Murfreesboro, Tennessee
Nov 13, 1981 – Dec 28, 2024
Charles Richard “Chuck” Akers, Jr. of Murfreesboro, Tennessee, born November 13th, 1981, gave up his earthly life for Heavenly life on December 28th, 2024. He was the devoted husband of Rebecca “Blair” Akers and the attentive father and mentor of Layne Beckett Akers and Nori Jayne Akers. Chuck was a very involved and guiding Christian figure in the lives of Layne and Nori. His attention, dedication and commitment to them has built a lasting legacy that will continue to influence their lives.
Chuck was the son of Charlie and Susan Akers of Murfreesboro, Tennessee and the brother of Stacy McRoberts (Steven) of Nixa, Missouri and Laura Akers of Murfreesboro, Tennessee. He leaves father-in-law and mother-in-law, Rick and Trudy Collins and sister-in-law, Brooke Travis (Danny). He also leaves nieces and nephews, Jackson, Mollie and Nate McRoberts, Alli Crew, Anthony (Beth) Akers, Isaiah Carter, AJ Swader, Jet, Collins, and Landry Travis.
Chuck and his family were members of Fellowship Bible Church. In addition to being the founder of Summit Concrete in Murfreesboro, Tennessee, Chuck was an avid baseball lover, playing for Oakland High School, winning back-to-back state championships in 1999 and 2000. He also played for Middle Tennessee State University from 2000-2004. Chuck coached and touched many young lives with his association with BC Athletics focusing on character building and growing young men of virtue above the love of the game.
The visitation is Saturday, January 4th, 2025, from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM, with the service following at 1:00 PM at First United Methodist Church, 265 W. Thompson Lane, Murfreesboro, TN 37129. Pastor Jeff Patton will officiate. Burial will follow in Evergreen Cemetery with Anthony Akers, AJ Swader, Jackson McRoberts, Danny Travis, Drew Carmichael, Jack Santi, Dylan Rodgers, Caleb Jordan, and Jake Maddox serving as pallbearers.
In lieu of flowers, please send donations to the Blue Raider Athletic Association, MTSU Box 576 Murfreesboro, Tennessee 37132. Please make checks payable to MTSU Baseball with Chuck Akers Memorial on the memo line; or to New Vision Baptist Church, 1750 N. Thompson Lane Murfreesboro, Tennessee 37129, with checks made payable to New Vision Baptist Church, Student Ministry with Chuck Akers Memorial on the memo line.
An online guestbook for the Akers family is available at www.woodfinchapel.com.
Woodfin Memorial Chapel. (615) 893-5151.
Read MoreI am so sorry to hear this. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Barbara Draude
January 13, 2025 | Murfreesboro, TN | Friend
Charlie,
So saddened and sorry to hear about the passing of Chuck. Condolences and prayers go out to you Charlie and your entire family.
Years ago while at MTSU, I did my student teaching for Chuck's Grandfather at Franklin Jr. High in Frankin, Tennessee. I have kept up with the Akers family through the years. RIP Chuck's Akers.
Buddy Pate
Buddy Pate
January 08, 2025 | Murfreesboro, TN
May God be with each family member during this time of bereavement. Chuck was a fine young man who will be missed.
Bill Spurlock
January 06, 2025 | Murfreesboro, TN | Friend
To Akers Family, may the Joy of the Lord be your strength along with your Family ,Keep the FAITH knowing God is Love ❤, Stay the course in Jesus Name.
Rickey Field
January 05, 2025 | Murfreesboro, TN | Friend
Charlie and Susan, God Bless your family. We tried to see you today and the community was out in full force. We were fortunate to meet you through Baseball. Chuck was such a pleasure and we are saddened by his death. Chuck had such an impact on everyone he met and he was a special athlete. He will be missed and we pray he has found peace. God Bless your broken hearts! John, Tonga and Eric McNamee.
John McNamee
January 04, 2025 | Friend
My most sincere condolences to Susan and the entire family. Barbara Young
Barbara Young
January 04, 2025 | Other
I have wonderful memories of Chuck and our time playing ball together at Oakland, and what an exceptional person that he was. We are so very sorry for your loss.
Mason Jones
January 04, 2025 | Murfreesboro, TN | Classmate
I am so glad to have known Chuck. He was always so kind, and his service was a testament of the lives he touched. My prayers will continue to be with the family.
Michelle Moon
January 04, 2025 | Pleasant View, TN | Friend
Chuck was an amazing person. I am blessed to have known him for as long as I did. He was kind, generous, and thoughtful.
Joseph Sharpe
January 04, 2025 | Nashville, TN | Friend
