Roy Edward Aker, 82 of California, MD passed away on January 8, 2010 at his residence.

Born September 6, 1927 in Pitcairn, PA he was the son of the late Edward L. and Jane F. Aker.

Mr. Aker retired from the U.S. Navy, after retirement from the Navy he went to work for the U.S. Postal Service. Roy was a member of the Fleet Reserve, NARFE, United Methodist Men's Group, and the USS Macdonough Reunion Association.

Roy is survived by his wife Katherine Aker of California, MD, daughter; Barbara E. (Bill) Greer of Hollywood, MD, son; Brian D. (Joy) Aker of Columbia, MD and sister; Dorothy Crandall of Lehigh Acres, FL, also survived by 2 grandchildren; Christopher and Kevin Aker. In addition to his parents Mr. Aker was preceded in death by one brother, Charles Aker.

Family will receive friends on Wednesday, January 13, 2010 from 9 a.m. to 11 am. at Lexington Park United Methodist Church where a Memorial Service will be conducted at 11 a.m. with Reverend Ken Walker officiating. Interment will be private.

In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to Hollywood Volunteer Rescue Squad, P.O. Box 79, Hollywood, MD 20636 and/or Hospice House of St. Mary's, P.O. Box 625, Leonardtown, MD 20650.

Arrangements provided by the Brinsfield Funeral Home, P.A., Leonardtown, MD.