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Official Obituary of

Rev. James Akers

January 15, 1934 ~ March 22, 2019 (age 85) 85 Years Old

Rev. James Akers Obituary

Rev. James E. Akers, of Columbus, OH., born Jan 15, 1934 in West Virginia, went to be with the Lord on March 22, 2019. Retired minister for The Churches of Christ in Christian Union, where he pastored many churches, including Plumwood and Freedom Chapel. Retired from Horton Emergency Vehicles. Preceded in death by parents, wife Mae E Akers, daughter Judy K. Gee and son Kenny F. Akers, brothers and sister. Survived by wife Constance (Jackie Byrd) Akers, son Jimmy Akers (Teresa), stepson Keith Byrd (Beverly), grandsons Anthony Gee, Lewis, and Grand daughters Amy Gee (Christopher), Sherry-Mae, Amanda, Lori, Kim and Leah and a host of grand children, great grand children, nieces and nephews. Friends may call at JERRY SPEARS FUNERAL HOME, 2693 W. Broad St., Tuesday, 4-7 PM where service will be held 10:00 AM Wednesday. Rev. Lee Tabor officiating. Interment Alton Cemetery.

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