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Herb Ackermann Obituary


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ACKERMANN, Herb HERB ACKERMANN Mr. Herb Ackermann, age 61, of Carnesville, GA and formerly of Buford, GA passed away on Friday, August 5, 2011. He was preceded in death by his parents, Norbert and Mary Ackermann; and brother, Carl Ackermann. He is survived by his wife of twenty-four years, Iva Mae Ackermann, Carnesville, GA; daughters and sons-in-law, Trudi and Judd Cheek, Buford, GA and Trisha and Joseph English, Winder, GA; sons and daughter-in-law, Joseph Ackermann, Sandy Springs, GA and Steven and Cecilia Ackermann, Buford, GA; nine grandchildren; sisters and brother-in-law, Mary Lu Christiansen, Tucker, GA and Dorothy and Larry Neuaman, Huntsville, AL; brothers and sisters-in-law, Norbert and Charis Ackermann, Knoxville, TN, James and Kathy Ackermann, Atlanta, GA and Dennis and Leslie Ackermann, Buford, GA; sister-in-law, Jeanne Ackermann, Nashville, TN; and several nieces, nephews and cousins. Mr. Ackermann was born July 31, 1950 in Nashville, TN. He was a 1968 graduate of St. Pius High School in Atlanta, GA and attended the University of Tennessee. He was a veteran of the U. S. Air Force. He was a supervisor with Auto Zone in Lavonia, GA. He was a former member of Prince Of Peace Catholic Church in Flowery Branch, GA and was a member of St. Mary's Catholic Church in Toccoa, GA. As a member of the church, he was a Lector and a sponsor for marriage encounters. He enjoyed riding his motorcycle and boating. He was a devoted husband, father, grandfather and brother and will be greatly missed by his family. Funeral Mass will be held on Tuesday, August 9, 2011 at 10:00 a.m. at Prince Of Peace Catholic Church with Father Patrick Scully serving as Celebrant. Interment will follow at Broadlawn Memorial Gardens in Buford, GA with military honors. The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Monday from 4:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. with a Prayer Service at 7:30 p.m. Flowers accepted or memorial donations may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital in Memphis, TN or to St. Pius Tenth at Alumni Association in memory of Herb Ackermann. Arrangements by: Junior E. Flanigan of Flanigan Funeral Home and Crematory, Buford, GA, 770-932-1133, www.flaniganfuneralhome.com.

Published by Atlanta Journal-Constitution on Aug. 7, 2011.
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Iva I cannot even begin to express my shock and sympathy. Tammy gave me the sad news. You keep in touch. Our prayers are with you, Trudi and Trish. Love you - Brenda Buchanan

Brenda Buchanan

August 31, 2011

Herb was always one with a smile and a kind word when I knew him at St. Pius. Iva and family, I am so sorry for your loss and hold you in prayer that our God and Father of our Lord Jesus comfort you in all your sorrow and give you peace (1 Cor. 1:3). Chris Gould Reynolds

Chris Reynolds

August 16, 2011

Iva we were so upset when heard the news. Oh we loved you two so much. It was so sad when you left Lexington and moved back to Georgia. We will remember you in our prayers and I want you to know how much you are loved. My heart is empty for you. I pray Jesus will fill the void in your heart with peace. Jonell Weatherford Lexington Tenn. Dairy Queen and the crew that knew and loved you.

August 11, 2011

Lost track of Herb in recent years. But I remember well Herb's voice and cheerful sense of humor from our days at Scientific Atlanta. He was a great person and will be missed.

Charles Osborne

August 11, 2011

what a difference he made in our lives, very few like Herb

Ricky Bennett

August 11, 2011

Iva our lives were enriched by knowing you and Herb. This is a great loss for all who knew him. An honor to have known him for too short a while.

John & Shirley Walker Parsons, Tn.

John Walker

August 11, 2011

I had the great pleasure of working with Herb at Scientific-Atlanta during my 10+ year tenure and Herb was the epitome of a true professional and just the most wonderful person. I am deeply saddend with the tragic news of his passing; his presence will be greatly missed! My prayers are with the Ackerman family.

Edward Triebell

August 10, 2011

Obviously, Herb believed in the commandment to go, and share the good news, because within each condolence comment reference love, integrity, and compassion for those that was around him. He loved his God, and his family with great convictions that I believe we all has come to admire about such a great man in today’s world. It was truly an honor to have worked with him @ AZ in Lexington, Tn. He regularly spoke highly of his family whom we pray for your comfort, and understanding during this time, and the days to follow. May the Spirit of Peace be upon you all!

Byron Gregory & Family Jackson, Tn
Currently Afghanistan

August 10, 2011

I'm am shocked and saddened by Herb's passing. He was one of the first people that I met when I arrived in Atlanta in 1974 on recruiting duty with the Navy. He will be truly missed by all who knew & loved him.

James Billhimer

August 10, 2011

My prayers are with the Ackerman family, If you knew Herb you know he is with Jesus. Herb was one of the best managers I've had the Honor to work with.

John Heisel

August 9, 2011

Iva, Herb will be greatly missed. He was a wonderful person. Barbara Garrett, Dawsonville, GA.

August 9, 2011

Herb was a wonderful man. He will be greatly missed. We will never forget the constant smile on his face and the kind and heartfelt words he always had for everyone. Our thoughts and prayers are with the whole Ackermann family.

Amber & Jodi

August 9, 2011

Shelley and I are so sorry for your loss. I worked with both Herb and Iva at Scientific Atlanta. He will truely be missed. God is holding Herb in his hands and we will meet again!
Jim & Shelley Williamson
Commerce GA
(706) 423-9844

August 9, 2011

Herb was a great man who gave his all. Im honored to have had him as my son grandfather. He will be missed. My heart goes out to all the family.

Bonnie L Bizzell

Bonnie Bizzell

August 9, 2011

To the Ackerman Family: I am saddened by your loss. I worked with Herb at SA and he was a fine man and employee. My heart goes out to your family during this difficult time. Sincerely,

Joan G. Payne

Joan G. Payne

August 8, 2011

Praying for your family during this time of loss. Herb, you will certainly be missed!

Mary Moore

August 8, 2011

Iva, We are deeply saddened to hear that Herb has passed. He was one of the kindest people we have ever had the pleasure of knowing. May he rest in peace with God. Love to you and your family. We will deeply miss him. Love, Zenia and Zenon

August 8, 2011

we are so sorry to hear this, great man, susan,& richard bender

August 8, 2011

i worked with herb at sa, he was a great supervisor, my prayers go out to the family, i'am so sorry, lavonia hudson

August 8, 2011

I was greatly saddened to read of Herb's death. Be assured of a remembrance in my prayers and Masses for him and his great family.
Father Jim Harrison

August 8, 2011

I worked with Herb for a while at SA. He was a great and caring person to work with. May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

Vicky Erskine Lawrenceville, Georgia

August 8, 2011

Iva,
My thoughts and and prayers are with you and your family. I worked with Herb for quit a few years at SA. He was a great person to work with.
Cheryl Anderson

Cheryl Anderson

August 8, 2011

Remember me in quiet days
While raindrops whisper on your pane.
But in your memories have no grief,
Let just the joy we knew remain.

Remember me when evening stars
Look down on you with steadfast eyes.
Remember if once you wake
To catch a glimpse of red sunrise.

And when your thoughts do turn to me,
Know that I would not have you cry.
But live for me and laugh for me,
When you are happy, so am I.

Remember an old joke we shared;
Let yourself have a happy smile.
Think of me when you are glad;
We'll be back together in a while.

We are so very sorry for you loss - we were truly Blessed to have known Herb.

Joey & Carol White

August 8, 2011

To the Ackerman family, Although Herb is in a much better place now, he will truly be missed. It was a pleasure to know such a sincere person as Herb.

Charlie Brown

August 8, 2011

I worked with Herb for many years at S/A He was a great infulence on many. I remember playing may softball games with him. He was a good man.

Robert Freeeman

August 7, 2011

Our thoughts and prayers are with the family.
You will truly be missed! We are very thankful and blessed to have known such a wonderful man!

Robyn & Rhonda Stone

August 7, 2011

Iva, We didn't see you every day and we didn't live close to one another but the times you came to N.C. to celebrate Nates Birthday with him and the family here we truly enjoyed seeing you. You and Herb are such wonderful people and Herb will be missed so much. We will always think of you with happy memories and a smile. Sending you love and prayers.

Sharon Lynch

August 7, 2011

Thoughts of deepest sympathy are with you and your family in your time if loss. Psalm147:3

BJM

August 7, 2011

herb you were a good man,you will be missed. to the family we're all so sorry

todd craft

August 7, 2011

To the Ackermann family, Herb was a good person that knew how to treat others. He always had a kind word and was willing to help anyone who asked him. He will be sorely missed at AutoZone as we know he is missed by his family. My thoughts and prayers go out to the family. Rest in Peace Herb.

George Carpenter

August 7, 2011

Iva, I am so sorry for your loss. I am glad that you have your kids with you to comfort you. Herb was so good to Nate, and I'm glad I got to know both of you. My prayers and thoughts are with you.

Diane Lynch

August 7, 2011

Praying for all of the family, Herd was a good man, I worked with him at S.A.

Charlotte, Auburn,ga

August 7, 2011

may GOD comfort you during this difficult time, herb was a very special man, and we enjoyed working with him, so thoughtful and careing to all his employee's!!!!

lisa+keith ray

August 7, 2011

keith ray

August 7, 2011

Praying for your family during this most difficult time. You will be missed very much!!

Sherry V.

August 7, 2011

Iva and family, Geof and I are so saddened by this news. You will all be in our thoughts and prayers.

Leslie Blackmon Dalglish

August 7, 2011

Iva, I don't think you could find a man or woman who knew Herb that would ever have one unkind word to say about him (or you). You were a very special couple. Remember all the happy times. Joan Lewis

Joan Lewis

August 7, 2011

Herb, you was admired and Respected by all that was around you. You was a wonderful and caring man! your smile went a long way. My heart goes out to your wife and family. You will be missed....RIP HERB ACKERMANN!

KIM HEAD

August 7, 2011

Iva and family.. May God's loving grace be with you at this time. May you find comfort and strength, in the beautiful memeories of times you spent with your loved one. Quietly and gently, may healing come, with each new day. Your family are and will contine to be in our thoughts and prayers. Herb, we will miss you so much, you were loved, admired, and respected by all that knew you! God gained another Angel in heaven!!

Dennis and Beverly Ferguson

August 7, 2011

May God be with the Ackermann family. We will truly miss him. The Gibson's.

John and Jeria Gibson

August 7, 2011

Jimmy and Bert,
We Doyle's are so very very sorry for your loss. We never met your brother but know he was a great guy. It is hard not to feel abandoned by God right now, but like Job, we are never given more than we can endure. Peace of the Lord to you both.

David & Susan Doyle

August 7, 2011

Jimmy and Bert,
We Doyle's are so very very sorry for your loss. We never met your brother but know he was a great guy. It is hard not to feel abandoned by God right now, but like Job, we are never given more than we can endure. Peace of the Lord to you both.

david doyle

August 7, 2011

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.

Kenneth & Vicky Jenkins

August 7, 2011

We miss you Herb. We will treasure your memory, and grateful for the opportunity to have been associated with you. We pray God will comfort your family as they go through this time of loss.

Beverly G

August 7, 2011

May the god of comfort grant you a measure of comfort during this difficult time. 2 cor 1:3,4

t r

August 7, 2011

Herb, you will be sorely missed. You are admired and respected by all who knew you. Association with you was a joy and you will always be remembered as a wonderful, caring person. I will always cherish your memory and my heart goes out to the members of your family who are having to deal with your loss.

Beverly Garner

August 7, 2011

May God be your stronghold during these difficult times. Nahum 1:7.

R R

August 7, 2011

We miss you, Pepaw.

Christy Lynch

August 7, 2011

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