This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: davidakers78 Surnames: akers Classification: death Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/surnames.akers/461.484.1.1/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Several members of the Akers family did own slaves. One in particular (I dont want to search for his name)was a good man and kind to his slaves. After slavery was abolished several of his slaves loved their master and remained with him until his death. Important Note: The author of this message may not be subscribed to this list. If you would like to reply to them, please click on the Message Board URL link above and respond on the board.