Debi Akers
July 30, 1950 – November 30, 2025
Deborah Rose Marie (Hall) Akers, was born on July 30, 1950, in Medicine Hat, Alberta and passed away peacefully on November 30, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. She was the cherished daughter of Rose Hall (2009) and Arnold Hall (1999), who raised her with love, strength, and the values she carried throughout her life. Debi spent her earliest years living with her mother at her grandparents’ home in Medicine Hat while her father served in the Navy. Surrounded by close family and the comfort of her grandparents’ care, she grew up with a strong sense of love, belonging, and resilience. She later lived in Edmonton for several years before returning to the community where she grew up. Debi attended St. Mary’s School and completed her education in Prelate, Saskatchewan. Following high school, Debi returned to Edmonton to pursue her lifelong calling of caring for others. She earned her LPN nursing designation and began her career at the Royal Alexandra Hospital, where her compassion, steadiness, and gentle nature quickly became evident. She later moved to Red Deer for a time before returning to Medicine Hat, where she continued her nursing career with unwavering dedication. Debi worked at the Medicine Hat Regional Hospital on 4 West for 23 years, retiring in 2008. She was known for her professionalism, kindness, and the quiet yet profound impact she had on patients and colleagues alike. In 1983, Debi married Rob Akers, beginning a devoted and loving partnership that lasted the rest of her life. Upon retiring, Debi and Rob moved to their cherished acreage in Elkwater, lovingly named “Someday,” where they embraced peaceful days surrounded by nature. Debi especially loved camping with Rob, enjoying long drives, quiet mornings, and evenings by the campfire. She also treasured her cruise to Alaska and a memorable European river cruise, both of which she spoke of fondly. From 2015 to 2024, Debi and Rob spent their winters traveling south, escaping the cold and enjoying sunshine, new friendships, and the freedom of the open road. Debi was the eldest of four children and embraced her role with love and responsibility. She is survived by her sister, Nancy Dent; brother, Daniel Hall and was predeceased by a brother, Samuel Hall in 1989. Debi is lovingly remembered by her devoted husband, Rob; sons, Sheldon (Victoria) and Trenton Akers and her “favourite” son, Kyle Anderson, who were constant sources of pride and joy in her life. She was also blessed with three treasured grandchildren, Alizibeth, Asher and Abigail whose laughter, milestones and visits brought her immeasurable happiness. Debi will be remembered for her warmth, kindness and the gentle grace she carried throughout every moment of her life. Her legacy of compassion, resilience and love lives on in all who had the privilege of knowing her. The family would sincerely like to thank her close friends, Deb W, Jan O and Judy R for being there for everything Debi needed. They would also like to say thank you to the nursing staff and the doctors of 5 west for their wonderful care. A celebration of Debi’s life will be held at Cook Southland Funeral Chapel, 901 – 13 Street S.W., Medicine Hat on Wednesday, December 10, 2025, at 11:00 AM with Pastor Murray Jaster officiating. Fellowship and refreshments will follow at the Reflections Reception Facility. Those who wish to remember Debi with a donation may do so to the Alberta Cancer Foundation or the Kidney Foundation of Canada. (Condolences may be expressed by visiting the Cook Southland Funeral Chapel website at www.cooksouthland.com) Honoured to serve the family is Cook Southland Funeral Chapel, Crematorium & Reflections Reception Facility, 901 – 13 Street S.W., Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 4V4. Telephone: 403-527-6455 or toll free at: 1-877-528-6455.
- Date : 2025-11-30
- Location : Medicine Hat, Alberta