Larry Edwin Aker passed away at his home in Beaumont, California, October 1, 2012. He was born September 16, 1940 in Jonesboro, Arkansas to Emery and Florence Aker.
Larry had been a resident of the Beaumont area for 50 years. He graduated from Fontana High School and worked as a Grade Checker, Foreman, and Project Coordinator. He retired from the Operating Engineers Local 12. Larry also served in the U. S. Navy for 4 years on a Destroyer.
Larry and Carole had just celebrated their 50th Wedding Anniversary. Larry was a member of First Assembly of God Church, Palo Verde Rod and Gun Club, Saints Alive Sunday School Class and Fellowship Masonic Lodge #668. He was also involved with the Boy Scouts and was his grandson's baseball coach. Larry was an avid outdoorsman, enjoying hunting and fishing.
Larry is survived by his wife, Carole; daughter, Colleen Hayden of Oklahoma; son, Keith Aker of Phelan, California; sister, Myra Sherwin of Oregon and brothers, Brad Aker of Kentucky and Tracey Aker of Utah. He is also survived by five grandchildren, Tyler Aker, Nicolas Aker, Caleb Aker, Klara Hayden and Sammy Hayden. Larry was preceded in death by his son, Kenneth and his sister, Cindy Mills Aker.
Visitation Wednesday, October 3, 2012, from 6:00 PM until 8:00 PM and Funeral service Thursday, October 4, 2012, at 10:00 AM, both at Weaver Mortuary, 1177 Beaumont Avenue, Beaumont, California. Burial will follow at Mt. View Cemetery, 1315 Edgar Avenue, Beaumont, California.
Arrangements were entrusted to Weaver Mortuary, Beaumont, California
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March 19, 2013
Granddaughter Hayden
I loved my Papaw, and his stupid jokes and always making fun of me. I will always remember going fishing with him and his smell of cologne. I will always remember the sound his boots made when he walked I love you Papaw and I can't wait to see you in Heaven
October 3, 2012
Wanda and Family
Aker Family,
Offering my deepest sympathies on your loss. May memories of Larry bring you comfort. And may "the God of all comfort," help ease the pain of your grief.
October 2, 2012
Precious in the sight of the Lord....Larry always a respectful gentleman, loving husband,50 yrs,very precious in my thoughts, heart. Home at last, with Kenny and family, in the courts of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. I Corinthians15:54,57 Sandra Price
October 1, 2012
Peggy and Myra
Larry- you have left this earth but you will never be forgotten. You are now with Kenny and with your parents. You are in a good place even though you have left a sad hole in our hearts. Heaven is a better place now.
October 1, 2012
Linda Aker-Scott
I have many wonderful memories growing up as part of the Aker clan. Larry never changed, always the gentleman and so much fun to be around. My thoughts and prayers are with Carole, Keith, and their family. My dad, Jess Aker, loved Larry like a son, and really enjoyed teasing sweet Carole. We will miss you, Larry.
Linda (Aker), Larry and Kendra
October 1, 2012
Brad & Patti Aker
Larry will be in our hearts forever. He was a wonderful brother and a good friend always. He will be missed every single day of our lives. All our love to each of you left behind and may time heal the wounds of your loss.
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