Crystal Gayle Akers

Your memorial yesterday was the saddest place I have ever been. The grief and love were heavy and palpable. We all lost a little bit of our innocence and child-like perspective of joy in your passing. We are all going to miss you.

Crystal, you came into our lives and was the best friend anyone could ask for. I'm going to miss movie night with you.

I will miss Crystal so much. Her energy, her laughter, her stories. She was lovely to be around and uplifted everyone around her. My condolences to Crystal's family.

I'm gonna miss her snaps so much and hearing about all her crazy stories. she really did leave such an imprint on the people who she encountered, during my 2ish years of working with her I was amazed at how she could make friends with everyone, all of our regulars at cato loved her and even people who came in for the first time would Come back just for her because of how silly and bright she was. Some of my favorite times had to be running around the store getting her different sizes or...

Crystal and I crossed paths during our time at Lowe's within our respective HR roles. Crystal was an energetic, knowledgeable and truly creative person with a great personality and work ethic. Personally, she demonstrated her commitment to rallying for others in need, advocating for changes and speaking up when necessary. She was such a great part of my colleague team during those years. Truly a kind and genuine person whom was easily relatable and contributed to so many during her time.

Crystal was my niece. She always had a beautiful smile every time I saw her. She was a caring person always looking out for others. She is definitely missed beyond measure. We love you Crystal!