Helen J. (Shepherd) Akers, of Toledo, OH, passed away peacefully Wednesday November 22, 2006, at her home with family and friends by her side.  Helen was employed for many years with G.M. Hydromatic, retiring in 2003. She loved to decorate and redecorate her home, family and friends would lovingly call her a “frustrated interior decorator”. Helen loved an occasional run to the casino with friends and playing online computer games.

She will be sadly missed by her children Ursula (Jim) Gauley, Robin (Jeff) Perry, Earl (Sue) Akers, and Felicia (Jim) Derr; grandchildren Stacey, Nick, Josh, Jessica, and Jennifer; great-granddaughter Haylei; sisters Margie Bollinger and Linda Spurlock; brothers Ron Bollinger, Howard and Paul Mexico; loving longtime friend Bill; and her faithful K-9 Companion Sassy. Helen was preceded in death by her sister Virginia Lawn.

Friends may call at the Reeb Funeral Home 5712 N. Main St. Sylvania, OH, Sunday November 26^th from 4 – 9 PM, where Funeral Services will be held Monday at 1 PM. Interment will follow at Toledo Memorial Park.

Our family would like to give our heart felt thanks to Mom’s special “sisters” Shirley, Carol, and Sandy, and Mom’s close friends Karen and Monica for their love and support.

Those wishing to give memorials are asked to consider the Make a Wish Foundation.

Helen had a heart of gold; family was most important in her life. She was always there with a helping hand and an open heart. We love and will miss you Mom.