Robert Akers Obituary

It is with great sadness that we announce the death of Robert Akers of Bristol, Tennessee, who passed away on May 10, 2023, at the age of 69, leaving to mourn family and friends. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Elizabeth R. Akers and James W. Akers; his former wife Marie Akers; his son Dewey E. Akers; his siblings, William, Frank, Julio and Kitty; and his grandsons, Nicholas, Tristan and Brandon.

He is survived by: his wife Joann Akers; his children, Robert W. Akers, Jennifer Gorley (Johnnie) and Jamie Roark; his daughter-in-law Robin Funderburk (Phillip); and his grandchildren, Alexis (Lance), Dylan, Dalton, Darrin, Kayla, Laci and Jessie. He is also survived by seven great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces, nephews, sister-in-laws, brother-in-laws, and friends.

The family asks that any contributions or donations towards expenses be forwarded to Joann Akers directly.