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     Dr. Marilyn Swart Dr. Marilyn S. Akers, 91, passed away March 6, 2021, at her home. She was born in Elwood, IN on Dec. 20, 1929, to parents Marvin and Okal Swart. She graduated from Anderson High School in 1948 and received her bachelor’s and master's degrees from Ball State University. She earned her doctorate in Educational Administration and Supervision from Ball State in 1980, where her dissertation focused on methods to assist families of struggling students. This commitment to improving the lives of others was the cornerstone of Marilyn’s life. She was a proud, dedicated, lifelong supporter of public education, working in public schools for more than four decades, beginning as a teacher in Rochester, IN in 1952, and as a teacher and guidance counselor for 44 years with Anderson Community Schools from 1956-2002. She was an instructor, adjunct professor, and chair of the Business Education department at Indiana Wesleyan University and a chair with the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools. She was a member of multiple educational organizations, including Phi Delta Kappa, Delta Kappa Gamma, the American Association of University Women, the Association of Supervision and Curriculum Development, and the Association of Guidance and Counseling. She was a member of Central Christian Church in Anderson and was a member of Sigma Sigma Sigma sorority at Ball State. For her work in education and her commitment to her community, she was presented with numerous awards, including the “Spotlight On Excellence” award from Anderson Community Schools in 1985, and she was selected for the “Who’s Who Among America’s Teachers” award in 1992. She was honored as a “Legend Of Community Service” during the City of Anderson’s sesquicentennial celebration in 2015, and she was named a 1998 “Indiana Women of Achievement” award winner for her work as a leader in the community. Throughout her life, Marilyn was motivated by a powerful dedication to helping others. She was instrumental in the creation of multiple educational programs in Madison County for both children and adults, was a proud member of community organizations such as Soroptimist International, where she served as president of the local chapter, Women in Philanthropy and many others. She was a key figure in assisting local endeavors to help at-risk populations, and was especially valued for her work with Alternatives Incorporated in Madison County, where she was instrumental in implementing programs like “Robbie’s Room,” a project she helped design to provide a safe place for preschool children in need. She also found ways to assist people in other parts of the country, such as the multiple textbook drives she organized to assist Lakota tribal schools in South Dakota, where she was invited to attend ceremonies normally limited to tribe members. Led by her fierce, passionate belief that every person matters, she was an important organizer and advocate for many other local, state, national and global programs designed to empower girls and women and to help individuals and families and schools and communities live the best lives possible. She loved sewing and quilting and traveling, and her enthusiasm to experience the many cultures of the world took her all over the globe, to places like China, Argentina, Greece, Norway, England, France, Spain, Italy, and many other countries. She was preceded in death by her husband Marc Ernest Lane, her husband Billy Warren Akers, her parents, Marvin and Okal Swart, her sister Leanna Su (Swart) McNatt, and her granddaughter Grace Akers. She is survived by her sister, Nedra Kay (Swart) Kinerk, her beloved cousin Joyce White (husband U.B. White), her children Jana Akers Lovett (Max), Jeff Akers (Susan), Pam Akers Welker, Marc Akers (Karen), Susan Wells (David), Joe Akers (Jennifer), grandchildren Scott Akers, Chris Akers, Amy Akers, Brandon Lovett, Benjamin Lovett, Emily Gray, Leah Lakich, Nick Gilmore, Rachel Glunt, Marc Andrew Akers, Austin Akers, Carly Fleming, Sam Wells, and multiple great-grandchildren, nieces, and nephews. She is also remembered and missed by the thousands and thousands of friends and former students (the people she always referred to as “my kids”) whom she loved and who loved her. The family is grateful to Dr. Brian Eddy and Dr. Ben McCurdy for their excellent care during Marilyn’s illness.¹ She was born on December 20, 1929 at Elwood, Madison Co., Indiana.¹ As of August 3, 1962,her married name was Akers.² She married Billy Warren Akers, son of Ernest Raymond Akers and Olive Hester "Ollie" Dangerfield, on August 3, 1962 at Anderson, Madison Co., Iowa.^1,2 Dr. Marilyn Swart died on March 10, 2021 at Indiana at age 91.¹

     Pamela Kay Akers Pamela Kay (Akers) Welker was called home on September 11, 2021, at Ascension St. Vincent Anderson after an extended illness. Pamela "Pammy" was born on July 31, 1954, in Elwood, IN to Billy and Catherine Akers. She gave her life to Christ and was a member of Central Christian Church in Anderson. Pam attended Central Avenue and Washington Elementary Schools, Southside Junior High, and graduated from Madison Heights High School, Class of 1972. She was accepted into Ball State University, to major in Education. She obtained her B.S. degree in 1978 and her M.S. in 1984. She taught school at Robinson, Southview, and Erskine Elementary. In 2002, she became a certified Reading Recovery Specialist. Pam found joy and satisfaction in her teaching career. She was dedicated to finding fun new ways to help students learn. Pam found happiness in shopping, traveling, fashion, and dining out. She never met a stranger and was loved by those whose paths she crossed. She absolutely loved the Christmas holidays and everything about it. The gift of giving to her family and friends brought her joy and fulfillment. Pam leaves to cherish her memory, her only son Nick Gilmore and his fiance, BeaJe Motley; siblings, Steve Akers, Jana Lovett, Jeff Akers, Marc Akers, Susan Wells, and Joseph Akers; grandchildren, Ariea Gilmore, Mateo Crawford, Keira Gilmore, Layla Gilmore, and Jerika Carter; and her dearest longtime friend, Vicki Lierman. Pam is preceded in death by her beloved father and mother; stepmother, Marilyn Akers, and Aunt Evelyn Jarrett.² She was buried at Anderson Memorial Park, 6805 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., Anderson, Madison Co., Indiana.³ She was born on July 31, 1954 at Elwood, Madison Co., Indiana.^2,3 As of May 20, 1978,her married name was Gilmore.⁵ She married Robert W. Gilmore Jr. on May 20, 1978 at Anderson, Madison Co., Indiana.⁵ As of July 17, 1987,her married name was Welker.⁵ Pamela Kay Akers married Jay Scott Welker on July 17, 1987 at Anderson, Madison Co., Indiana.⁵ Pamela Kay Akers died on September 11, 2021 at Anderson, Madison Co., Indiana, at age 67.^2,3

     Janie Earlene Randolph Janie E. Gilbert, 71, of Anderson died Feb. 12, 2021, at Community Hospital in Anderson. She was born on Aug. 6, 1949, in Anderson, the daughter of Earl and Betty Randolph. She was employed as a sales market analyst and enjoyed gardening, genealogy and spending time with her family. Gregory Stephen Gilbert, 67, of Anderson, died Feb. 24, 2021, at home in Anderson. He was born in Burkesville, Kentucky, on June 17, 1954, the son of John and Phyllis Gilbert. He was retired from the United States Navy and from Veterans Affairs. He enjoyed spending time with his family and collecting coins. Janie and Gregory are survived by their children, Scott Akers of Fishers, Angela (Cordell Ford) Gilbert of Chesterfield, and Gregory Gilbert of Anderson; three grandchildren, Cooper, Gabrielle and Kennedy Akers; Gregory's siblings, John Gilbert, Doris Davidson and Sandy Tetrault; and Janie's siblings, Stephen Randolph and Diana Delph; and many nieces and nephews. Janie was preceded in death by her parents, and a brother, Jeff Randolph. Gregory was preceded in death by his parents.² She was born on August 6, 1949 at Anderson, Madison Co., Indiana.² As of March 18, 1967,her married name was Akers.¹ She married Stephen Warren "Steven" Akers, son of Billy Warren Akers and Catherine Louise Jarrett, on March 18, 1967 at Anderson, Madison Co., Indiana.¹ Janie Earlene Randolph died on February 12, 2021 at Anderson, Madison Co., Indiana, at age 71.²

     Catherine Louise Jarrett was buried at Anderson Memorial Park, 6805 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., Anderson, Madison Co., Indiana.² She and Billy Warren Akers were divorced.⁵ Catherine Louise Jarrett was born on January 24, 1928 at Anderson, Madison Co., Indiana.^1,2,3,5,4 As of December 14, 1947,her married name was Akers.³ She married Billy Warren Akers, son of Ernest Raymond Akers and Olive Hester "Ollie" Dangerfield, on December 14, 1947 at Anderson, Madison Co., Indiana.^1,3 Catherine Louise Jarrett died on June 24, 2012 at Anderson, Madison Co., Indiana, at age 84.^1,2,5 She Catherine Louise (Jarrett) Hall, 84, Chesterfield, passed away June 24, 2012, at Saint John's Medical Center, Anderson, after an extended illness. She was born Jan. 24, 1928, in Anderson, and resided in Chesterfield. She lived in Elkhart for 40 years and moved to Middletown in 1998. Catherine graduated from Anderson High School in 1946. She had worked at Whitehall Laboratories in Elkhart for approximately 10 years. Catherine was a member of Sixth Street Christian Church, Middletown. She is survived by her children, Stephen Akers (Amber) of Goshen, Jana Lovett (Max) of Middletown, and Pamela Welker of Anderson; brother, Douglas Renselle of Carmel; sister, Evelyn Jarrett of Chesterfield; grandchildren, Scott Akers, Brandon Lovett, Benjamin Lovett, Nicolas Gilmore, Amy Akers and Christopher Akers; and 13 great- grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, Damon and Mildred (Tappan) Jarrett. on June 26, 2012.¹

     Maxine Delores Martin was buried at Howard Cemetery, Pipe Creek Township, Madison Co., Indiana.^1,2 She Maxine D. Akers McCord, age 90, of Frankton, she was born on January 22, 1925, passed away on Thursday, October 29, 2015, and in between SHE LIVED. REALLY LIVED!!! She was the daughter of Ben and Flossie (Bone) Martin. Maxine retired in 1984, from Anderson Honda after 15 years of service. She was a member of Madison Christian Church, volunteer for Contact Help, Widowed People of Alexandria, AARP and ASVP both of Anderson. She was born in Kokomo died in Frankton, and in between she lived in Galveston, IN, Clearwater & Largo, FL and Anderson, IN before moving to her dream place in Frankton with the love of her life Raymond Akers in a place they called Akers Acres. Then Clarence McCord came calling on the widow Akers. They were married, had over 3 good years and she was widowed again. She managed to have two wonderful sons, Terry (Maxine) Russell and Kip E. Zollman who is now deceased. She also managed through some pretty good marriages to acquire three Step Daughters, Donna (Steve) Forstner, Carol (Jim) Montgomery, and Joyce McCord, and Special Friend, Georgie Jones. Not bad huh? So you see, she had a good run. Sons of her own, wonderful daughter-in-law, great and loving step-daughters, grand children, great-grandchildren, lots of long lasting or long suffering friends---doesn't get any better than that. If you like, come help her family and friends celebrate her life. Smile, laugh, crack jokes and be happy. Maxine was preceded in death by her parents, Son, Kip Zollman, Husband, her first husband Raymond Akers, and her second husband, Clarence McCord. Burial will follow in the Howard Cemetery of Frankton.¹ She was born on January 22, 1925 at Kokomo, Howard Co., Indiana.^1,2,3 As of 1971,her married name was Akers.⁴ She married Raymond Ernest Akers, son of Ernest Raymond Akers and Olive Hester "Ollie" Dangerfield, in 1971 at Anderson, Madison Co., Indiana.^1,4 Maxine Delores Martin died on October 29, 2015 at Frankton, Madison Co., Indiana, at age 90.^1,2

     His Social Security Number was 489-30-5647.⁵ Lloyd C. Pollard was buried at Prairie Ridge Cemetery, Polo, Caldwell Co., Missouri.³ He married Ilene Elizabeth Akers, daughter of Ernest Raymond Akers and Olive Hester "Ollie" Dangerfield.⁶ Lloyd C. Pollard was born on August 29, 1911 at Polo, Caldwell Co., Missouri.^2,5,3 He died on November 19, 1978 at Missouri at age 67.^3,4

     Her Social Security Number was 497-32-4261.² Barbara Jean Pollard was born on April 15, 1931 at Polo, Caldwell Co., Missouri.^2,7,3 As of May 31, 1955,her married name was English.⁴ She married Joseph Virgil English on May 31, 1955 at El Paso, El Paso Co., Texas.^5,4 Barbara Jean Pollard died on February 14, 1998 at Roswell, Chaves Co., New Mexico, at age 66.^2,5 She Barbara English, 66, of Roswell died Saturday (Feb. 14, 1997). Survivors include her husband, Joseph; her sons, John English and Jim English; her daughter, Rebecca Frosch; her two brothers; three grandchildren; and her mother, Illene Michael and husband Ernest. She was a school teacher and lived in Roswell for 36 years. on February 17, 1998.⁵

     Marian Kent Akers Marian Kent Stonum, 82, of Lawson, Mo., passed away on June 26, 2024. Marian was born September 25, 1941, to Lester and Jane Akers of Lawson, Mo. She married Robert A. Stonum in 1959. Robert preceded her in death in 2018. Marian owned Stonum's Café in Lawson, worked as a CNA, and traveled for Home Health Care. Later she worked for Liberty Hospital. She was a member of Lawson United Christian Presbyterian Church. She is survived by her brother, Ronald (Jane) Akers; daughter, Kathy (Rick) McQuerrey; son, John (Denise) Stonum; grandchildren, Jeremy (Ashley) Stonum, Garrett Stonum, and Lindsey (Andy) Schmitz; great grandchildren, Corbin, Allen and Aurora Stonum, Kenlei and Kelce Stonum, and Henry Schmitz; step grandchildren, Keri (Steve) Tjaden and Rick (Amanda) McQuerrey; step great grandchildren, Evie, Vivien, Ava, Ella and Brooklyn McQuerrey, and Reuben Tjaden; several nieces, nephews and cousins.² She was buried at Lawson Cemetery, Richmond, Ray Co., Missouri.³ She was born on September 25, 1941 at Missouri.^2,3 As of 1959,her married name was Stonum.² She married Robert Allen Stonum in 1959.^1,2 Marian Kent Akers died on June 26, 2024 at Lawson, Ray Co., Missouri, at age 82.²

     Robert Allen Stonum Robert Allen “Bob” Stonum, born to Robert C. and Alma Roberts Stonum on November 3, 1939 near Lawson, Mo., passed on to his heavenly home on January 28, 2018. He spent his entire life in Ray County. He married Marian Akers in 1959. Bob spent 35 years in management and service with the Lawson MFA. He was also a volunteer fireman for sixteen years, serving as chief for many years. He was preceded in death by his parents. He is survived by his wife of the home; son, John (Denise) Stonum; daughter, Kathryn McQuerrey (Rick); grandchildren, Jeremy (Ashley) Stonum, Garrett Stonum, and Lindsey McQuerrey; great grandchildren, Corbin, Allen, Aurora, Kenlei, Vivian, Evie, Ava, and Ella; and step-grandchildren, Rick (Amanda) McQuerry II and Keri (Steve) Tjaden. Bob was a member of the United Christian and Presbyterian Church of Lawson, Lathrop Antique Club, and The Screaming Eagles Case Club. He was well known for his love and collection of Case tractors.³ He was buried at Lawson Cemetery, Lawson, Ray Co., Missouri.⁶ He was born on November 3, 1939 at Lawson, Ray Co., Missouri.^3,6,4,5 He married Marian Kent Akers, daughter of Lester David Akers and Sophie Jane Kent, in 1959.^1,2 Robert Allen Stonum died on January 28, 2018 at Ray Co., Missouri, at age 78.^3,6

     Roscoe Estill Akers II was buried at Lathrop Cemetery, Lathrop, Clinton Co., Missouri.⁵ He was born on March 7, 1952 at Cameron, Clinton Co., Missouri.^5,2,3 He died on March 21, 1952 at Kansas City, Jackson Co., Missouri.^5,3