Leona Akers Reece, age 92, passed away at home on July 13, 2020.  She was predeceased by her parents, Oscar and Cordelia Surratt, spouses, Sanford Akers, and Claude Reece, and a son, David K. Akers.

Leona is survived by sisters, Laura Halsey and Marie McGee, sons, Stephen D. Akers and Bobby L. Akers, eight grandchildren, ten great grandchildren, and one great, great grandchild.

She loved her church, Mt. Olive Primitive Baptist Church in Roanoke, where she was a devoted member. The family expresses gratitude to Amedisys Hospice for their loving care.

Private graveside services will be held on Thursday, July 16, 2020 at 1:00 PM at Quesinberry-Bobbitt Cemetery, with the Elder Dolph Painter officiating.  In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Vaughan-Guynn-McGrady P.O. Box 145 Hillsville, VA 24343 to assist with expenses.