Robert "Bob" Akers

June 5, 1935 - October 22, 2020

Robert "Bob" Earl Akers, age 85 of Valparaiso, IN passed away on Thursday, October 22, 2020. He was born on June 5, 1935 in Big Sandy, TN to Jewel and Marjorie (Johnson) Akers. Bob is survived by his loving wife, Wanda (Surrett) Akers; three daughters, Barbara (Terry) Littell, Sheila (John) Betancourt, Nancy (Mark) Ogrezovich; two sons, Terry Akers, Johnny Akers; sister, Ernestine Hall; brother, Jessie (Michelle) Akers; two sisters in-law, Pat Akers, Matha Akers; ten grandchildren; 20 great-grandchildren; many nieces, nephews, extended family and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents; son, Bobby Akers; four brothers, George Akers, Frank Akers, David Akers, Charlie (Sandy) Akers; and daughter-in-law, Lisa Akers. Bob loved animals, his garden, country music and wrestling. He enjoyed watching game shows and loved spending time with the children in his family. Funeral Ceremony will be held at 12:00 pm on Tuesday, October 27, 2020 at Edmonds & Evans Funeral Home Portage Chapel, 6941 Central Ave., Portage, IN 46368 with Pastor Don Good officiating. Burial will follow at McCool Cemetery, Portage, IN. The family requests that masks and social distancing be observed by all in attendance. Visitation will be held on Tuesday, October 27, 2020 from 10:00 am until the time of service at 12:00 pm at the funeral home.