Wayne Edward Akers Obituary

It is with great sadness that we announce the death of Wayne Edward Akers of Christiansburg, Virginia, who passed away on June 21, 2024, at the age of 63, leaving to mourn family and friends. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

Though his name may fade from the lips of time, the imprint Wayne Edward leaves upon the hearts of his loved ones remains eternally vivid — a testament to the depth of his spirit and the richness of his legacy.

He was predeceased by: his mother Christine D. Akers (Burke). He is survived by: his wife Tanya Akers (Wojciechowski); his children, Brian Mullins, Stephanie Boyd (Derrick), Stacy Millar (Shep), Tyler Marcum (Amanda), James Akers (Maegan), Shannon Collins (Josh) and Breana McManamy (Zach); his father JC Akers; and his sister Joetta Whitehurst. He is also survived by 14 grandchildren.