Thomas M "Ack" Ackerly

Driving by KCHS yesterday, I saw the football team practicing. Among many other things, Ack was a beloved football coach, especially to us big slow linemen.

My memories of Tom were many and fond. From the times my father would bring my brother and I into the Kenai Dairy Queen after the Oilers games to being a student to the time I went with him to pick out his first mountain bike and the pleasure he got from getting out and riding it. You were a friend and mentor and will be missed dearly.

Sorry for your loss, may God's loving kindness comfort and help you through this difficult time. Psalms 51:17

Bless Tom as he was a wonderful man and great teacher. It was a pleasure to work with him. Dear family, he was so happy to have you in his life. Prayers for Peace and hugs are sent your way. Sincerely, Dave and Marcie Curry

The world is a lesser place without "Ack" in it. I can only guess at the number of lives he touched over the years. I feel blessed to have been a part of his years at Kenai Central High. Without a doubt there are many students who will miss him greatly. "Ack" was a prince of a man.

A great teacher I remember well.

Great Teacher and Friend. Will miss his wit and reasoning. RIP my friend

If you went to KCHS in the late 1970's, it didn't get any better than being a student aide to Mr. Ackerly or Mr. O'Connell.

Tom was a good man and wonderful friend. Always fun to be around. He was family though not related by blood. May God bless him.