Richard Lee Akers, of Kansas City, MO, passed away surrounded by loved ones on March 1, 2019 at Kansas City Hospice House. He was born March 25, 1934 to Margaret Langford and Cecil E. Smith. He was the adopted son of Floyd Akers. Richard grew up in Mound City, KS, where he met the love of his life, Shirley (New) Akers. They married in July 1958 and had two children.
Richard, a mechanic, worked at Central Armature and eventually opened his own shop, Akers Electric, on Troost Ave. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, motorbike riding, playing cards, and spending time with his family. He was involved in Boy Scouts with his son, Ricky “Rick” Akers, and Camp Fire Girls with his daughter Marla (Akers) Mills.
He was preceded in death by his wife and son Rick. He is survived by his sisters Eva and Carolyn Akers, daughter Marla, daughter-in-law Barbara (Kuzma) Akers, granddaughters Lauren, Sarah, Jessica, and Samantha, great granddaughter Audrey, and many family and friends.
His granddaughters and great granddaughter were his pride and joy. Many summers were spent teaching them how to fish and ride motorbikes. He always made sure to have their favorite candies and ice cream on hand when they came to visit.
A visitation will be held Friday, March 8 from 6-8 p.m. at McGilley State Line Chapel, 12301 State Line Road. Funeral services will be held Saturday, March 9 at 2 p.m., also at McGilley. Reception to follow. Burial will be held Memorial weekend at Curry Cemetery near Blue Mound, KS. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Kansas City Hospice and Palliative Care.
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