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Joshua Akers Obituary
BUFFALO, SC-- Joshua Andrew Akers, 20 of 1300 Meadow Woods Road, Buffalo SC, died Monday, May 28, 2007. He was born in Iredell County October 20, 1986, son of Timothy Wade Akers of Buffalo, SC, and Cheryl Karriker Lee of Statesville. Joshua was an employee of Milliken Company, was a 2006 graduate of North Iredell High School, enjoyed skateboarding and the Mustangs.
He was preceded in death by paternal grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Henry Akers.
In addition to his parents, Joshua was survived by maternal grandmother, Bonnie Fink Hager, maternal grandfather William Karriker both of Statesville; maternal great grandmother, Viola Karriker of Mooresville; brothers, Jonathan Wade Akers and wife Dani of Catawba and Jared Matthew Akers of South Carolina. Also surviving is his stepmother, Deborah; step-brother, Dean Yopp; step-sisters, Ashley Pulliam, Misty Yopp; step nieces and nephews, Jasmine Pulliam, McKenzie Yopp and Eric Knox.
A celebration of Joshua's life will be at 11:00 AM Friday in the Westmoreland Chapel with Dr. J. B. Parker, Jr. officiating. Burial will follow in Oakwood Cemetery. The family is to receive friends on Thursday evening from 6:00 to 8:00 PM at Bunch-Johnson Funeral Home. At other times the family will assemble at the residence of his grandmother, Bonnie Hager at 2413 First Street.
Memorials may be given to the church or charity of the donor's choice. Condolences may be sent to the family by e-mail to www.legacy.com. Pallbearers will be Jonathan Akers, Jared Akers, Dean Yopp, Billy Akers, Jeff Parsons and Tim Karriker with honorary pallbearers being Darren Hager, Karl Johnson and Stephen McHenry. Bunch-Johnson is entrusted with Joshua's arrangements.
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Memories and Condolences
for Joshua Akers
Anthony Grubb
June 16, 2007
Hi my names Anthony I was your sons friend in school I am diffently sorry for the pass of your son
Laura Chilton
June 14, 2007
Cheryl and family,
I'm friend of Cheryl's for some time. She is pround of her sons. She always talks about them and wants whats best for them.
I want you to know that I have been praying for you all. I'm sorry for what has happen. God bless you all.
PENNY HUDSON
June 13, 2007
No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. Our deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.
Buddy Tucker
June 9, 2007
Hi My Name is Buddy Tucker me and josh done alot together i went to school with him for 5 years me and him were like best friends i am gonna miss him..
Buddy Tucker.. R.I.P
Cheryl Lee
June 6, 2007
Joshie, Ilove you so much and it's going to be hard here without you. You were my baby. I will be with you soon and when I am it will be a glorious reunion. Love ya, mama
todd kenworhty
June 5, 2007
may your hearts and lives be guided by the light of god and know that joshua is in the safe hands of the lord. my prayers go out to the fmaily as debi is one of my best friends. love ya debi
Suthrn Tammy
June 4, 2007
I am so so sorry for your loss,Deb and Tim...God be with you in your time of grief...and soon I hope you will be able to look back on his memories and smile...I Love Ya...xoxox
cat meow
June 4, 2007
hi hun im sorry your son gone but it be ok it takes time for things like this. prayers for you and your familly see ya soon love ya girl you
moonshadow
June 3, 2007
Tim & deb I think im the last to sign,but i want you and the kids to know im here and always will be for you.I love you both to death,My heart goes out to each of you,and i know josh is looking down and smiling at what a great family he has,when the babies laugh thats josh laughing to they were very dear to him. Last DEb i love you girl and Tim you take care, you both are special to me love moonshadow see you soon
moonshadow
June 3, 2007
To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.
Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."
It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man."
God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.
When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.
I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.
There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.
If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.
So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.
And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.
Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998-2007
Sidney Ebbs
June 3, 2007
Deb n Tim,we are very sorry for your loss,and our prayers are with you at this time,and always,am certain that josh is in the arms of the angels.Tim that mustang was a dream for him;make it a reality and an idol of the love you shared with each other man to man,Father To Son...Deb hun our hearts are with you during this time..Hold on to your man he needs you and you need him..
Your friends
Mary & Sid
aka= sassy n free
~Cass and Pita~
June 3, 2007
My lil Sweetpea...Im so sorry this had to happen to you and your family.You're so special to many of us and are so loved as well.Im sending condolences from our family to you and your family.We are truely sorry for your loss. All our love and prayers go out to all of you.
Kim Skaggs
June 2, 2007
Debi and Tim,
We are so sorry that this has happened. He's in a better place without pain and sorrow. Our thoughts and prayers are with you both.
Kim and Rob (Corona and Pappa)
Ann Lenaerts
June 2, 2007
My Dear Friend..
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this sad sad time. Just know hes in a better place and im sure he will watch over you all everyday.
All My Love,
Pinky xxxx
Chica
June 2, 2007
Sweetpea, I know we had our differences in chat but I offer my condolences. Hang in there.
ellen (aka) cg john schaller
June 2, 2007
hey sis i am so sorry to hear about your loss just to let you know your in mine and terrilynn,and john's mind during this time of grief we both love you
June 2, 2007
im so sorry pea. i miss talking to you . you are so sweet in room 3 i allway like you hun . i have 17year old i know how it is to have a son we close. i love you pea it be ok hun. im see ya when you come back prayers for you and your family
Larry Collins
June 2, 2007
So sorry for your loss. My prayers are with you
Carol
June 2, 2007
Pea my thoughts and prayers are with u and ur family at this time of need I'm so sorry for ur lose
tony GRANTLAND
June 2, 2007
I LOVE YOU AND TIM MY PRAYERS ARE WITH YOY BABE LOVE U BOTH HES IN HEAVEN WITH MY MOM
sinny
June 2, 2007
my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family ..he is a perfect lil angel know as he was here with all of you ..
tony grantland
June 2, 2007
omg my love is with you hun love you tony grantland
Marie Diamond
June 1, 2007
I am very sorry to hear about your loss, Im praying for your family
Kristina
June 1, 2007
I am sorry to hear about your lose. My thoughts and PRAYERS are with you and your family, loves ya and hugs. GOD BLESS YOU
Mary Gajnos
June 1, 2007
Be Still
Be still like the grass on a melancholy summer day
Be still like desert shrub.
Be calm and you will hear your loved one speak, in the stillness, in the calm, their love resounds.
If you are still this promise I make, you will hear the voice of your loved one helping you along your way.... debi my deepesy sympathy to your family ..your a dear friend and love you so much ..sorry for your lose.
Bub and Terri West
June 1, 2007
Dear Tim and Debbie, Sorry about your loss.You are in ours thoughts and prayers.God will be with you threw thhis time of sorrow.If you need us for anything dont to give us a call are someone to talk to.You and Tim have been on my mind since you all came bye.We love you .Wests auto parts
Emma McHenry
June 1, 2007
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.Josh will be misssed greatly.
Randy Inman
May 31, 2007
I am very sorry to hear of your loss. You all are in my thoughts and prayers.
Mat Starbuck
May 31, 2007
I am so sorry to hear about Josh. Although I hadn't seen him in a while he was and will always be a friend. May God bless you and keep you in this difficult time.
Peace my friend, Mat
Amanda Starbuck
May 31, 2007
We are so saddened to hear of Josh's passing. He was always so kind and polite, and always smiling. You are all in our thoughts and prayers. With our sincere deepest sympathy, Joel and Amanda Starbuck
Johnny, Kim, Kyle and Brandy Lampe
May 31, 2007
There is never words to help during this time of sorrow but just know that time will help to heal your broken hearts. You are all in our thoughts and prayers that you will somehow get through this very difficult time. May God bless you all!
Elaine Downs
May 31, 2007
Tim,Debi,&family There are No words that can be said to comfort you at a time like this,love for Joshua and his memories will help get you though, I know,just remember what a great kid he was, He was loved by many people and will be greatly miss, He was and always will be apart of this family and we loved him dearly. My God bless each and everyone of you. Aunt ElaineElaine
J.D. & Nancy Lamberth
May 31, 2007
Words can never say how we feel at a time like this- but just know that we love you all very much! We are here if you need us!
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Jerry, Shuree & Larissa Burgess
May 30, 2007
Joshua was a wonderful Caring young man that will be greatly missed and loved always. The memories that our family have will be cherished and carried in our hearts forever. His loving smile will always be remembered. I pray that Jesus comforts his family and helps them with their lose of their remarkable, unforgettable son.
debi and tim akers
May 30, 2007
to my darling joshua me and your dad and all your brothers and sisters miss u soooooo very much. we will never undrstand why god needed our perfect angel. but darling u r sorely missed and very truely loved.
Ellen Pope
May 30, 2007
At times like this sending sympthy doesn't seem to be enough.So young to be taken away,so many questions left unanswered. but truely God holds all the answers and I will be lifting the family up to Jesus,because he is the only one who can heal broken hearts.
Lisa McHenry
May 30, 2007
May God be with the family through this difficult time and they always remember he is in a much better place. my deepest condolences.
With deep sincerity,
Stephen's sister
Darcy Krumroy
May 30, 2007
At this time of sorrow, may these truths sustain you Your loved one will always be as close as a memory, and the God of all comfort will always be as close as a prayer. With Deepest Sympathy
Kip, Darcy, Megan and Bobby Krumroy
Megg Krumroy
May 30, 2007
We are definately going to miss him. He was a wonderful kid and a gentleman.
Pamela Bowman
May 30, 2007
May God bless you and comfort you through this difficult time.
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