University of Illinois Memorial: Remembering the life, death and legacy of David Acker
David S. Acker 1946—2018 David S. Acker passed away March 29 with both his sons by his side, shortly after the Cubs emerged victorious from their season opener. He was 72 years old. David was born February 2, 1946, in Rockford Illinois, the son of Harold and Lorraine Acker. He attended the University of Illinois and later enlisted in the U.S. Army. Upon learning he would be stationed in Ankara, Turkey, he asked his longtime family friend from Rockford and relatively new sweetheart, Jill...
