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James Akers Obituary

James Allen Akers passed away April 5, 2017 at Penrose Hospital in Colorado Springs, after a short illness. Jim was born October 10, 1939 in Hooker, Oklahoma to Cecil Vaughn and Ida (Hohweiler) Akers. He is survived by his son, Ryan of the Calhan home, and a sister, Darlene Ansley of Three Forks, Montana. He married Eva Ann Grundeitz on December 29, 1977. He was preceded in death by his parents and wife.

Mr. Akers was a member of Ellicott Methodist Church, Mountain View Grange, Pikes Peak Pomona, State and National Grange. He was a supporter of NRA, and volunteered many hours with Angel Food Ministries and Meals on Wheels.

Jim served a short time in the Air Force after High School graduation, and became a clerk with Civil Service. Jim and Eva enjoyed travels to Ireland and a cruise to the Baltic Sear area later in life.

A visitation will be held April 15 at Swan-Law from 2:00-4:00pm. The memorial service is scheduled for April 22 at Ellicott United Methodist Church at 10:00am followed with a lunch provided by United Methodist Women. Memorial gifts will be accepted by the Ellicott Church.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by The Gazette on Apr. 12, 2017.

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Mary Ruttner

April 15, 2017

Ryan, Your father will be missed by all who knew him. You are in my prayers.

Steve and Joan Wilson

April 14, 2017

Ryan,
We are sorry for the loss of your dad; we enjoyed knowing him and appreciated his kindness.

walter chisman

April 13, 2017

Ryan our thoughts and prayers are with you. the Chisman's James, Walter, James, Mary and Lacey

CW

April 13, 2017

I am so sorry for your great loss. May the God who "binds up the brokenhearted" and "comforts all who mourn" sustain your family during this challenging time. (Isaiah 61:1,2) With heartfelt sympathy.

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