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David S. Acker

1946 - 2018

David Acker Obituary

David S. Acker, age 72, of Fontana, Wisconsin and formerly Chicago, passed away March 29, 2018. Born February 2, 1946, in Rockford Illinois, he is the husband of the late Jill Acker, father to Seth Acker (Allecia Vermillion) of Seattle and Andrew Acker (Amanda Lossia) of Chicago, and grandfather to Silas, Vivian, and Felix. A memorial will be held this summer. The family suggests donations to the Jill A. Acker Scholarship Fund at the Latin School of Chicago.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Chicago Tribune on Apr. 22, 2018.

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David and Jill on that special day ... with Bill Dornbush and Kent Flodin.

Kent Flodin

May 1, 2018

April 25, 2018

Dear Seth and Andrew,

It was clear that your dad loved you both very much. I'm glad you had happy times cooking together, watching the Cubs, tailgating and more. I'm certain he is smiling down on you and your families.

Sharon B.

April 23, 2018

May Almighty God and his son Jesus Christ bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. John 17:3

April 22, 2018

I am sorry for your loss. Please take comfort in Psalms 29:11, knowing that in difficult times like this, God gives peace and strength. DM

Fred G Rich

April 22, 2018

Andrew and Seth please accept our sincere condolences for your loss. May the God of all comfort be with you during this difficult time. Matthew 5:4

April 22, 2018

Please accept my sincere condolences for your family's loss. May the words of John 6:40 bring you comfort.

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