Fortified with the sacraments of Holy Mother Church Sunday, September 25, 2022.
Beloved wife of the late Paul R. Akers; loving mother of Joann Slankard, David Akers, Timothy Akers, Nancy (the late Michael) Dodge and the late Gary Akers; adoring grandmother of Bryan Akers, Kathleen (Buck)Shuman, Michael (Lisa)Akers, Victoria Akers, Rachel Dodge, Margaret & Elizabeth Beckley; cherished great-grandmother of Alicia, Bailey, Noah, Blake, Brendan, Liam, Dylan and Joey; dear daughter of the late John and Anna Swayne; dear sister of Thomas (Georgia)Swayne, Kathleen Swayne and Joseph Swayne preceded in death by John(Marilyn) Swayne, Vincent Swayne and Raymond Swayne; our dearest sister-in-law, aunt, great-aunt, Godmother, cousin and friend to many.
Loving Matriarch of the family with unwavering faith in God. Known to always care for others unselfishly. She will be dearly missed.
Services: Funeral from KUTIS AFFTON CHAPEL, 10151 Gravois, Friday, September 30, 9:30 a.m. to St. Mark Catholic Church for 10 a.m. Mass. Interment at J.B. National Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions to Charge Syndrome Foundation, 318 Half Day Rd., Suite 305, Buffalo Grove, IL 60089. Visitation Thursday, 3-8 p.m.
So very sorry for your loss, cherish your memories, photos and all the fun days you all shared.May God bless her as she rests peacefully as she enters into God’s Kingdom .
So very sorry for your loss, cherish your memories, photos and all the fun days you all shared.May God bless her as she rests peacefully as she enters into God’s Kingdom .
Joanne, I’m so sorry to hear this. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Joanne, I’m so sorry to hear this. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Dear Mary, you were always loving and a special lady. You have no more pain and is with our Father in heaven.
Rest in peace.
Dear Mary, you were always loving and a special lady. You have no more pain and is with our Father in heaven.
Rest in peace.
Condolences to all of Mary Ann’s extended Family and Loved Ones.
Mary Ann was not only the Matriarch of Her family, but also of all the neighborhood kids growing up around Missouri Ave.
Mary Ann was always there helping us (when we got hurt or in trouble), which was frequent.
God Bless.
Condolences to all of Mary Ann’s extended Family and Loved Ones.
Mary Ann was not only the Matriarch of Her family, but also of all the neighborhood kids growing up around Missouri Ave.
Mary Ann was always there helping us (when we got hurt or in trouble), which was frequent.
God Bless.
Timmy and Nancy I am so sorry to hear of your mother’s passing. I will be praying God’s peace and comfort for all of you.
Timmy and Nancy I am so sorry to hear of your mother’s passing. I will be praying God’s peace and comfort for all of you.
Mary was a wonderful SISTER to me for many years. She will certainly leave a life full of memories, and thoughtfulness to me. I will surely miss her.
Betty Allen
Mary was a wonderful SISTER to me for many years. She will certainly leave a life full of memories, and thoughtfulness to me. I will surely miss her.
Betty Allen
I am grateful to God for allowing me to meet Mary through her loving daughter Joann. Mary truly loved the Lord and shared her love for Him with family and others. We can find comfort in knowing Mary is at peace with her Lord and Savior.
I am grateful to God for allowing me to meet Mary through her loving daughter Joann. Mary truly loved the Lord and shared her love for Him with family and others. We can find comfort in knowing Mary is at peace with her Lord and Savior.
Nancy, Rachel and all the family, we send our sincere condolences. Such a close knit family to be cherished and admired. Be the “glue” for each other… stay close and support each other. Hope you are still doing Wednesday nights.
Nancy, Rachel and all the family, we send our sincere condolences. Such a close knit family to be cherished and admired. Be the “glue” for each other… stay close and support each other. Hope you are still doing Wednesday nights.
Hi Joann, I’m sorry for your loss. Praying for you and your family.
Hi Joann, I’m sorry for your loss. Praying for you and your family.
Mary was a great lady…a loving Mother for her six younger siblings when their mother died.
What a monumental responsibility for a fifteen-year-old girl. Later raising five children of her own with love and a lot of prayers to Mary, Mother of Jesus. Her faith was her strength. Mary is at rest and has earned her reward. Our condolences to the family.
Mary was a great lady…a loving Mother for her six younger siblings when their mother died.
What a monumental responsibility for a fifteen-year-old girl. Later raising five children of her own with love and a lot of prayers to Mary, Mother of Jesus. Her faith was her strength. Mary is at rest and has earned her reward. Our condolences to the family.
My condolences to Mary’s family. Unfortunately, I am not able to attend Mary’s wake and funeral. Kate, Joann, David, Nancy and Tim – know that I so wish I could be there in person to reminisce all the good times we had with Mary. I know there will be many stories, as well as tears of laughter and sorrow. She and your family brought so many good times to the Lenz family. She was truly a loving and kind woman. I am sorry for your loss.
My condolences to Mary’s family. Unfortunately, I am not able to attend Mary’s wake and funeral. Kate, Joann, David, Nancy and Tim – know that I so wish I could be there in person to reminisce all the good times we had with Mary. I know there will be many stories, as well as tears of laughter and sorrow. She and your family brought so many good times to the Lenz family. She was truly a loving and kind woman. I am sorry for your loss.
My dear sister,
May God’s love surround you and your family, may angel’s wings cover you with peace; I know she sits at the feet of Jesus looking down on you and her beloved family.
I am unable to attend the wake/funeral due to a family emergency. My heart is with you at this sorrowful time of grieving. Much love to you!
Donna
My dear sister,
May God’s love surround you and your family, may angel’s wings cover you with peace; I know she sits at the feet of Jesus looking down on you and her beloved family.
I am unable to attend the wake/funeral due to a family emergency. My heart is with you at this sorrowful time of grieving. Much love to you!
Donna