Menu
Search by Name
Search by Name
Evelyn Acker Obituary
Memories and Condolences
for Evelyn Acker
Ted & Katie "Schaefer" Multhauf
February 19, 2011
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
February 17, 2011
GRANDMA'S HANDS
Grandma, some ninety plus years, sat feebly on the chair.
She didn't move, just sat with her head down staring at her hands.
When I sat down beside her she didn't acknowledge my presence and the
longer I sat I wondered if she was OK.
Finally, not really wanting to disturb her but wanting to check on her
at the same time, I asked her if she was OK. She raised her head and
looked at me and smiled. "Yes, I'm fine, thank you for asking," she
said in a clear voice strong.
"I didn't mean to disturb you, grandma, but you were just sitting here
staring at your hands and I wanted to make sure you were OK," I
explained to her.
"Have you ever looked at your hands," she asked. "I mean really
looked at your hands?"
I slowly opened my hands and stared down at them. I turned them
over, palms up and then palms down. No, I guess I had never really looked at
my hands as I tried to figure out the point she was making.
Grandma smiled and related this story:
"Stop and think for a moment about the hands you have, how they have
served you well throughout your years. These hands, though wrinkled
shriveled and weak have been the tools I have used all my life to
reach out and grab and embrace life.
"They braced and caught my fall when as a toddler I crashed upon the
floor.
They put food in my mouth and clothes on my back. As a child, my
mother taught me to fold them in prayer. They tied my shoes and pulled
on my boots. They held my husband and wiped my tears, when he was called to heaven.
"They have been dirty, scraped and raw, swollen and bent. They were
uneasy and clumsy when I tried to hold my newborn son. Decorated
with my wedding band they showed the world that I was married and loved someone
special.
They wrote my letters to him and trembled and shook when I
buried my parents and spouse.
"They have held my children and grandchildren, consoled neighbors, and
shook in fists of anger when I didn't understand.
They have covered my face, combed my hair, and washed and cleansed the
rest of my body. They have been sticky and wet, bent and broken,dried
and raw. And to this day when not much of anything else of me works
real well these hands hold me up, lay me down, and again continue to
fold in prayer.
"These hands are the mark of where I've been and the ruggedness of life.
But more importantly it will be these hands that God will reach out
and take when he leads me home. And with my hands He will lift me to
His side and there I will use these hands to touch the face of
Christ."
I will never look at my hands the same again. But I remember God
reached out and took my grandma's hands and led her home.
February 16, 2011
To the Acker Family: So sorry we are unable to be with you at this time. Our sincere and deepest condolences to all of you. Ron & Kathie Dondlinger
Louise Bowden
February 16, 2011
Aunt Evelyn has always been such an inspirationto me. I was so proud that she was my Godmother, along with my Godfather, Uncle Ben. I loved going out to the farm and whenever I saw her she always gave me special hugs and kisses. I will think of her often and she will always be in my prayers. My heart goes out to her family. I will be sure to light a candle for her when I go to mass this Sunday.
February 16, 2011
Our thoughts are with you and your family.
John & Sharon Zalewski
February 16, 2011
Dear Dee and Family,
We regret that we're unable to be there. Please know we extend our sincere sympathies to your entire family. May the many memories of your dear mother sustain all of you during this difficult time. God bless you.
Larry and Emmy Becker, Ocala, FL
The Nyman family
February 16, 2011
Dear Fr. Karl and family,
Our deepest sympathy to you and your family on the loss of your mother. Her legacy will go on in the lives of her children and may your memories of her bring you happiness always.
Janet
February 16, 2011
To the Acker Family,
My condolences to the family for your loss. May all the wonderful memories you shared together comfort you all in the days ahead. And most of all, may the Peace of the true God, thru prayer, guard your hearts and minds as you cope without her. Phil 4:6,7
Showing 1 - 8 of 8 results
Make a Donation
in Evelyn Acker's name
Memorial Events
for Evelyn Acker
How to support Evelyn's loved ones
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?
What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?
We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
Read more
Resources to help you cope with loss
How to Cope With Grief
Information and advice to help you cope with the death of someone important to you.
Read more
Estate Settlement Guide
If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast
Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
Read moreWays to honor Evelyn Acker's life and legacy
Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
Read more
