AMIDON, Debra Mae 69, of Wilmington passed peacefully August 13, 2016 at home surrounded by family. She was preceded in death by her parents Frederick and Mildred Amidon and her brother Martin Amidon. She is survived by two brothers Kenneth Amidon, Lt Col USMC (ret.) and Frederick Amidon; her husband Clinton Ackerman P.h.d., daughter Kendra Barthel, sons Clayton Ackerman, Karl Ackerman, and Robert Ackerman, and 7 grandchildren. She graduated from Marshfield High School and went on to receive degrees from Boston University, Columbia University, Massachusetts Institute of Technology, and most recently received an honorary doctorate from Bangkok University. She was an author, strategist, visionary, and devoted friend. Her presence will be greatly missed by all who loved her. Her life and legacy will be celebrated Saturday at a 10 a,m, Mass at St Thomas in Wilmington followed by a private burial. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to MaryMac Missions, 202 Haverhill Rd., Topsfield, MA 01983

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