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Joel Ackroyd Obituary

Ackroyd Joel Raymond Ackroyd, 52, of Willoughby, OH, passed away on June 4, 2015 at home in Columbus. Born August 5, 1962 to James Ackroyd and Lillian (deceased). Step-son to Carol Ackroyd; brother to Clifford (deceased). Survived by his children, Matthew, Joshua, Jenna; ex-wife, Pamela; grandchildren, Joshua and Maxwell. A skilled carpenter/craftsmen, he was always willing to lend a helping hand. Joel dedicated his life to family, friends, and the pursuit of fun. He loved bluegrass music, an annual contributor to the Musicians Against Childhood Cancer festival. Loved by many, Joel always wore a smile and will truly be missed. Celebration of life will be held Sunday, Olde Town Park, 108 Old County Line Rd, Westerville, 2-5 p.m.

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Published by The Columbus Dispatch from Jun. 5 to Jun. 6, 2015.

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Nick Parker

June 11, 2015

So sorry for this loss. Joel will be missed by many. My deepest condolences to all who knew this fine man.

favorite sister in law

June 11, 2015

I just miss you

JoAnne Costanzo

June 8, 2015

Pam,
So sorry for your loss of Joel. My thoughts and prayers are with you and the family. My memories of you and Joel in San Diego were good. Miss you.
Love,
JoAnne Costanzo

Karen Braman

June 7, 2015

So sorry to hear of Joel's passing. Thoughts and prayers with all of you.

Barb Loparo

June 6, 2015

RIP! My thoughts and prayers are with the family!!

Gloria Gauntner

June 6, 2015

God's blessings to fill you with fond memories and his kind, loving spirit, blessing you with peace and comfort until you meet again. Heartfelt prayers!

Gloria Gauntner

June 6, 2015

God's blessings to fill you with fond memories and the presence of his loving spirit, blessing you with peace and comfort till you meet again

June 6, 2015

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Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.Just remember, if God brings you to it, he will get you through it.

Ronald and Gerda Rorabaugh

Rosie (Adamic) Graff

June 6, 2015

My deepest condolences to the Ackroyd family. Joel was such a great guy and will be missed by many. RIP my friend and enjoy hearing the sounds of Bluegrass playing in Heaven...

Ginger Brady

June 6, 2015

Peace be with you Joel

Cindy Busch

June 6, 2015

I am fortunate enough to have met you kids and Pam. Your dad was truly a great guy and will be deeply missed. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. God Bless. R.I.P. my friend.

Sandy Sullivan

June 6, 2015

To the Ackroyd family,
My condolences to all.
God Bless RIP Joel

MaryAnne Laurich

June 6, 2015

My thoughts and prayers go out to his family. Joel and I went to school together, he was always a nice, funny guy and will be missed by many. RIP Joel

Jay Fudd Holloway

June 5, 2015

Wow my brother at a loss, just saw you at Harbor Freight 2 weeks ago, I'm heartbroken, Prayers Pam to you and the children, R.I.H my brother, You're gonna be missed, R.I.H with Neil Borror until I see you guys again!! Much Love!! Gables 4 EVER!!

Karen Tisor

June 5, 2015

I really liked his style! We were always in "homeroom" together because of our last names. He was always calm, cool, and collected. I'll be praying for comfort and peace for the family. God Bless you all!
With heartfelt sympathy,
Karen Bentley-Tisor

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