Isaac Akers
August 16, 2013
Isaac Dene Akers, 10, passed away Friday, August 16, 2013, at his home in Cambridge. He was born September 17, 2002, in Leon, Iowa, the son of Michael and Rachel Akers.
Isaac loved to sing and dance to Michael Jackson and One Direction.
Isaac is survived by his mom and dad, Rachel and Michael; two brothers, Zach Larkins and Corey Akers; grandparents, Nelson Garr, Kathleen Akers and Angie Garr; great grandma, Norma Jean Garr; aunts and uncles, Blake and Heather Corum, John and Elissa Garr. He was preceded in death by his grandpa, Harold Dene Akers.
A memorial service will be 2:00 p.m., Sunday, August 18, 2013, at Hamilton’s near Highland Memory Gardens, 121 NW 60th Avenue, Des Moines. The family will greet friends two hours prior to service time.
Memorial contributions may be made to the family in loving memory of Isaac.
Condolences for the family may be offered at:
www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com
Y Sims
08/23/2013
May each new day ease the sorrow of your loss. Sometime it's difficult to understand why God allows us to endure such sorrow, but always remember that He is there with you, through every moment. May His promise of eternal life comfort you, may His enduring love ease your grief. It's during times such as these that we can find comfort in the Lord's Prayer in Matthew 6:9, 10 . . .Our Father in the heavens, let your name be sanctified. Let your kingdom come. Let your will take place, as in heaven, also upon earth'. Only Gods (Psalms 83:18) Kingdom can bring peace, happiness, perfect health, and everlasting life.For more comforting thoughts and to know why we get sick , or grow old and die please go to jw.org
Kris Quick
08/19/2013
I am sorry to hear about your loss. Please know that I still think about the time that I got to enjoy Isaac in preschool when he was at Mt. Ayr. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers.
Lizzie (Jeanes) Hanawalt
08/19/2013
I was so sorry to hear about your loss. He fought so hard. I can't even imagine what you are going through the loss of a child would be the hardest thing anyone could go through. Just know that people are thinking of you and hopefully there will be a cure soon so no one else has to endure the same pain.
Lisa Sheldahl & Marshal
08/18/2013
Rachel, as a mom of a 10 yr old too, I can not even imagine the sadness & emptiness you must be feeling right now. I have been thinking of you so much!!! And to the family...no one will be able to replace the void Isaac has left behind. What a truly amazing inspirational 'lil man he was!!! I have never known anyone to have the will for Life as Isaac had. But now...now he is at peace and is free to dance and sing and play...with NO PAIN!!! We will miss Isaac but he will not be forgotten!! We are so sad we can not make his services today. Marshal is scheduled to show at the Iowa State Fair but he is really having a tough time knowing he will miss saying Good night to Isaac! Please know we will be with you in our thoughts and we pray for strength for each of you for today and the days which lie ahead!!
Carl,Theresa Updegraff
08/18/2013
Rachel and family you are in our prayers. We are sorry for your loss. Isaac fought a long, hard battle in his short time on Earth. Now he is an Angel of God and he will dance on the clouds.
Michael Macki
08/18/2013
Mike, Rachel, Zach, Cory and grandma there are no words I could possibly ever use to diminish the sadness and emptiness you are feeling with Isaac gone. He loved life and touched so many of us with his sense of humor and playful manners. I hope you can find some measure of peace in knowing he is in a place where there is no more pain. I am here if you need me. I am so incredibly sorry for your loss. Isaac was my hero and always will be.
Stacey Howie
08/17/2013
You and your family and in my thoughts and prayers. Know that Isaac is dancing amongst the clouds. Peace to your family during this difficult time.
James,Jeannette,Jesse,Service
08/17/2013
We want you to know even though were not there we are thinking of all of you,we are truly sorry for your loss.He was a brave little warrior.wey love an pray for all of you.
Mike and Debbie Evans
08/17/2013
May God give you strength to deal with your sorrow. Our condolences.
Michelle Hosch
08/17/2013
I imagine there is no pain more far-reaching and deeper than losing a child. My heart and prayers go out to you at this most difficult time. Isaac I hope you are singing and dancing in heaven. RIP Isaac!
Susan Millwood Scruggs
08/17/2013
Akers Family:
May God bless you and be with you during this difficult time. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Brad and Christy Still
08/17/2013
We are so very sorry for your loss. There is nothing in this world as difficult as losing a child except to see them suffer. Isaac has been through so much in this life, but now he can spend eternity without pain! Always remember God's promise that you will all be together again in Heaven. In the meantime, cherish the memories and know he's with his Grandpa and so many other beautiful children that are in Heaven. Charlcey was 8 when we lost her so she is 10 now, the same age as Isaac. They will have fun together! God Bless you and your family! Always seek Him for comfort!
Alan and Kay Carey
08/17/2013
Mike, Rachel, Kathy,
So sorry to read in the Des Moines paper about the loss of your precious son. Please know that our sympathies and thoughts are with you.
Jacki Stark
08/16/2013
Rachel and Mike, may you both find comfort and peace surrounded by your friends and family. Kellerton is thinking of you and praying for your hearts to mend. Your son touched many lives. Bless you all.
Linda Young
08/16/2013
Isaac was a wonderful young man. God blessed Isaac with strength many of us will never know. He has touched so many lives in his short life. Your family is in my prayers.