Simon Akers was the son of William of Franklin Co., VA. Simon m. 1780's in Greenbrier Co., VA to Mary Smith. About 1799 they moved their LARGE family to Clinton Co., OH area. He died when it was Highland Co. c1826. Will names wife Mary but no children. There was a Smith who was co-executor with Mary. Her brother? nephew? Also seeking descendants of Simon & Mary Smith Akers. From census records, it appears the spelling of the name may have changed to Achor/Achors. Will exchange. Donna