Shane Michael Akers

Shane Michael Akers, 17, of Strawbridge Place, Owensboro, died Tuesday, February 27, 2001 at Owensboro Mercy Health System of injuries sustained in an automobile accident.

Born in Owensboro, he is the son of Warren Stephen and Leisha Smith Akers. He was a senior at Owensboro High School and a member of Seven Hills Baptist Church. He worked part time with his father at Pepsi-Cola Bottling Co. in Owensboro. Shane had a beautiful smile that was special to his family and to his many friends with whom he loved spending his time. He had a special fondness for working with electronics.

In addition to his parents, survivors include his brother, Jacob Wesley Akers and his grandparents, Carlene M. Smith, Charles E. Smith, and Pauline and Wendell Reeks, all of Owensboro.

Funeral services will be 1:00 p.m. Saturday at Glenn Funeral Home, officiated by Dr. T. A. Prickett and Dr. Robert L. Coons. Burial will follow at Elmwood Cemetery.

Expressions of sympathy may be made to The American Heart Association, 318 St Elizabeth St., Owensboro, KY 42301. Memorial contribution envelopes are available at the funeral home.