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Newton Akers Obituary

Newton Leslie Akers, 88, of Childress, Va., passed away on Wednesday, January 6, 2010. Funeral service 2 p.m. on Saturday, January 9, 2010, at Horne Funeral Home Chapel, Christiansburg, Va., 540-382-2612.
Published by Roanoke Times on Jan. 9, 2010.

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Tim Winkle

January 8, 2010

Dear family so sorry to hear of your loss I know he will be missed I liked him alot my prawers go out to you

Brenda Manning

January 8, 2010

Newton it was great getting to know you over the past few years. I will really miss eating your cornbread it was the best ever. I know you will be greatly missed by your family. I will be keeping the family in my prayers. If there is anything I can do let me know. Trish if you need anything just call. I love you all.

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