John Akers's obituary , Passed away on July 23, 2025 in Cedar Rapids, Iowa

John Akers

June 9, 1951 - July 23, 2025 (74 years old)

Cedar Rapids, Iowa

John Akers's obituary , Passed away on July 23, 2025 in Cedar Rapids, Iowa

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Papich-Kuba Funeral Home

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John Akers

June 9, 1951 - July 23, 2025 (74 years old)

Cedar Rapids, Iowa

John Akers Obituary

With solemn reverence, we commemorate John Akers (Cedar Rapids, Iowa), whose life came to an end on July 23, 2025 at the age of 74, leaving behind cherished memories. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family. You may also light a candle in honor of John Akers or send a beautiful flower arrangement to the funeral service.

He was predeceased by: his father Alfred "Dutch" Akers; his wife Pat Akers; his mother Jeannette Akers (Holub); his siblings, Harold Akers, Keith "Moose" Akers, Crystal Anderson and Roberta Dooley; and his nephew Randy Dooley.

He is survived by: his siblings, Cecilia Perez and Michael "Mike" Akers; his stepchildren, Kristin Day and David Dunek; his grandchildren, Jennifer Day, Mathew Dunek, Zachary Dunek and Nathan Dunek (Miranda); his great grandchildren, Irelyn, Brixton and Rowan; and his siblings' children, Charlene Hall (Bill), Victor Allen Perez (Patti), Veronica Jett (Edward), Jeremiah Kenny, Thomas Kenny (Erin), Scott Akers (Shirley) and Nathaniel Dooley. He is also survived by many great-nieces, and nephews.

A celebration of life will be held on Saturday, August 9th 2025 from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM at the Local #43 Union Hall (816 1st Ave NW, Cedar Rapids, IA 52405).

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Papich-Kuba Funeral Home



Sat

Aug 09

Celebration of life

1:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Local #43 Union Hall
816 1st Ave NW, Cedar Rapids, IA 52405

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