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“George was like a brother to me. We met at Roanoke College in the fall of '61 while students. (I attended my last 2 yrs there). We taught at Cave...Read More »
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1 of 16 | Posted by: Joel Pack - Roanoke, VA
“I express my sincere condolences to the family of George Akers. George was a true Southern gentleman and I am saddened by his passing. We were best...Read More »
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2 of 16 | Posted by: A friend
“I am very sorry to learn of Mr. Akers' passing. My condolences to the family.
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3 of 16 | Posted by: Judy Clark - Roanoke, VA
“My thoughts and prayers go out to the family of George D. Akers during this time. I've known George for at least 10 years as a long time customer of...Read More »
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4 of 16 | Posted by: John A Wolfe - Roanoke, VA
“I grew up with George, played in the band with him, and went to the same church many years ago. I left town in my 20s but always enjoyed talking to...Read More »
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5 of 16 | Posted by: A friend
“George was one of the very "special" persons I remember from Jefferson. We were high school friends and we had several classes together, in...Read More »
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6 of 16 | Posted by: A friend
“Nancy and David, I have so many fond memories of George and all the times we have spent together, especially our trip in Arizona when George was so...Read More »
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7 of 16 | Posted by: Phil Hughes - Park City, UT
“Prayers to the family. George was a very sweet man and will be missed by all!
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8 of 16 | Posted by: Pam Henderson - Roanoke, VA
“Prayers to the family. George will be sorely missed. He was a great man I had a great deal of respect for.
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9 of 16 | Posted by: Jimmy Wimmer - Salem, VA
“I used to play tennis with George on Sunday evenings for a number years. He was a good friend and fun competitor. I moved to Sun City/Bluffton, SC...Read More »
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10 of 16 | Posted by: Mike Quam - Bluffton, SC
“Nancy..My prayers and sympathy are with you at this time. God Bless You! Velma Vicars
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11 of 16 | Posted by: A friend
“Oh my, hated to hear that Mr. Akers has passed away. I was one of his students in the 60's. He was a very nice man. Always had respect for his...Read More »
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12 of 16 | Posted by: Margaret Miller - Boones Mill, VA
“Nancy & David,Wanted you to know you have our deepest sympathy. We have fond memories of George and our thoughts and prayers are with you.
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13 of 16 | Posted by: Danny & Linda Martin - Salem, VA
“Nancy, We are so saddened to hear of George's passing. We will be keeping you and your family in our prayers. I was blessed to have him as my...Read More »
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14 of 16 | Posted by: Erica Govertsen - Roanoke, VA
“George was than a friend to me. He was someone I admired and respected. He will be deeply missed.
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15 of 16 | Posted by: Chris Blankenship - Roanoke, VA
“We mourn the passing of our long-time, good friend George. He will be missed.
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16 of 16 | Posted by: Neal and Carolyn Engers - Roanoke, VA
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George was born on November 3, 1938 and passed away on Wednesday, November 23, 2016.
George was a resident of Roanoke, Virginia at the time of passing.
George attended Jefferson High School. He later graduated from Roanoke College with a B.A. Degree University of Virginia with his Masters of Education Degree and from the University of Maryland with his Doctorate of Education Degree.
George was married to Nancy.
A funeral service will be conducted at 2 pm Tuesday November 29 2016 at Calvary Baptist Church with Dr. Steven Pollard officiating. Interment will follow in Evergreen Burial Park. The family will receive friends from 2 to 4 pm and 6 to 8 pm Monday November 28 at Oakeyâs South Chapel 540-989-3131.
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