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1938
DIED
2019
Rosalind Akerstrom Obituary
Rosie's deceased husband was Ernest (Skip) Akerstrom. She was preceded in death by two sisters, Georgena and Harriet; two brothers, Lewis and Douglas; and two infant sons, Ernest III and Richard.
She is survived by her brother, Herbert Savacool, who lives in New Jersey. Her four children are Brian (Debbie), of Hardwick, N.J., William, of Allamuchy, N.J., Keith, of Mountain View, Ark., and Thomas (Kitty), of Okeechobee, Fla. Also surviving Rosie are many nieces and nephews; granddaughter, Wendy; grandsons, Brian Jr. and Douglas; and two great-granddaughters, Samantha and Chloe.
Rosie will be remembered as a pleasant waitress or sales person in Okeechobee restaurants and stores.
There will be no viewing or services. Those wishing to leave a message of condolence may contact Okeechobee Funeral Home at 863-763-1994.
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Memories and Condolences
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3 Entries
December 19, 2019
She will always be: this is Rosie from OKEECHOBEE to me.
Mercy G.
Edna Talmadge
November 11, 2019
To the Family of Rosie.
Rosie's Mother Lillian Talmage was my Father's Aunt. I never met her or Rosie.
I heard of being related to Herb Savacool.
Rest in peace Rosie. If someone would like to contact me I would love to hear more about Rosie and Aunt Lillian.
Joette Boyd
November 10, 2019
RIP Aunt Rosie! You have suffered for so long don't know how you did it! you are one strong woman! Will miss our chats! I feel very sad you're not here but also feel glad that you are no longer suffering! My heart goes out to the boys & my dad for losing you! You're back with Grandma & Grandpa, your brothers & sisters again! Always in my ❤!
I love you! Joette........
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