Charles “Charlie” Russell Akers
Charles “Charlie” Russell Akers, 67, of Orange, passed away on January 5, 2017, at his home.
A memorial service will be held at 1:00 p.m., Saturday, January 14, 2017, at First Presbyterian Church in Orange.
Born in Ogden, Utah, on June 12, 1949, he was the son of Paul Nathan Akers and Rachael Akers. Charlie was a chemist at DuPont/Invista for over 35 years. He enjoyed HAM Radio, fishing, woodworking, and photography. He was a member of First Presbyterian Church where he was an elder. He was a spiritual director and also did missionary work in prisons through Kairos Ministry. Charlie will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved him.
He was preceded in death by parents; and sisters, Paula Akers Gill, and Judy Akers Hannah.
He is survived by his loving wife of 47 years, Karen Ragland Akers; step-mother, Margaret Akers of Brandon, MS; siblings, Carol Akers Crain of Louisville, TN, Dorothy Akers Brady of Sherwood, AR, Kathy Akers Gray and Joyce Akers Walker, both of Brandon, MS, Elizabeth Akers Harrison of Pelahatchie, MS, Charles A. Manuel of Monroe, LA, and Michael A. Akers and Clifton P. Akers, both of Brandon, MS; sister-in-law, Becky Evans of St. George, UT; and numerous nieces and nephews.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to First Presbyterian Church at 902 Green Ave, Orange, TX 77630.
Condolences
Kat
May 27, 2021
Hard to believe four years has past since you left. I think of you all the time. I see that side look, your grin and I can hear your laugh. I don’t know if you realize what an incredible brother you were. I know you always tried to look out for us. I so wish I could still talk to you. I know you had a loving and full life with God, Karen and friends. I find comfort with that. I love and miss you Rusty.
Julie Teresa Chisholm
January 13, 2017
Charlie was my most wonderful friend. I treasure the talks we had when we worked together at DuPont and Invest and will always remember him as the most caring person I have ever known. He prayed for me, prayed with me, and always had an encouraging word to speak. He never disparaged anyone, even when he didn't agree with them. He sought common ground and always tried to understand their point of view. I will miss him always.
Nancy Sorrels Sonnier
January 9, 2017
Karen - I was shocked this morning to read of Charlie's passing. You and he were both always so kind to me when I came to First Presbyterian. God received a wonderful angel. My prayers are with you. God bless. Nancy Sorrels Sonnier
Deacon George Carr
January 7, 2017
Charlie and I had a very good relationship. We both enjoyed our ham radios, our woodworking and our spiritual direction training. We savored our common beliefs and interests and respected our differences of beliefs. To Karen and the family, please know of our continued prayers for Charlie and you. George Carr, Catholic Deacon Lake Charles WA5KBH, ChipCarver