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Albert Acker Obituary
He was born in West Haven, Dec. 22, 1928, a son of the late John and Evelyn Guertin Acker and step-son of the late John DelVasto. He had been a Wallingford resident for many years. He had been employed by the Brock-Hall Dairy and later worked as a bartender for the Midtown Motor Inn and the Holiday Inn (formerly Ramada Inn) in North Haven until his retirement. He was a veteran of the Korean War having served in the U.S. Army.
Besides his wife Eileen, he is survived by his daughters, Sherrill Ferrari, of Wallingford, Marilyn Devine and her husband, James, of Meriden, Alison Hird and her husband, Erik, of Hamden, and Patricia Acker, of Wallingford; his grandchildren, Brian Devine, Jamie Devine, Patrick Devine, Paul Ferrari, Steven Ferrari, Rachel Hird, Alex Hird, and Halle Acker; his great-grandson, Peyton Devine; his sister, Alice Giametti, of Hamden; his brother, John "Sonny" DelVasto, of Northford; and many nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his sisters, Betty Rosetti, and Blanche; and his brother, Edward Acker.
His family will receive relatives and friends in the Wallingford Funeral Home, 809 N. Main St., Ext., Wallingford, Wednesday, Nov. 20, from 4 to 8 p.m. A Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated directly at St. Therese Church, 555 Middletown Ave., North Haven at 10 a.m. Interment, with military honors, will be in All Saints Cemetery in North Haven. Gifts in his memory may be sent to Connecticut Hospice, 100 Double Beach Road, Branford, CT 06405.
www.wallingfordfh.com.
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Allie Hird
November 12, 2019
Dad, it has been six years since you left this physical earth but you are as close in my thoughts today as you have ever been. You will always be my heart, but you know that. Love you eternally!
My Dad at Sherrill's wedding. Wasn't he cute?
Alison
December 13, 2013
Debrianna Mansini
November 25, 2013
I am deeply sorry to hear of Al's passing. I am holding all of you close. What a great soul we had the gift of knowing on this earth....
Although we lost touch these many years, you all are never far from my heart. Much love to you Eileen, Ali, Marilyn, Sherrill and Patty.
November 21, 2013
What a beautiful celebration of Mr. Ackers life today. Ali gave an articulate heartfelt tribute and Patty recited the prayer of St. Frances. It was truly a moving service. I will strive to be more steady and selfless from Mr. Ackers example. lots of love to the whole family , Mike and Laurie McNamara
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Gary George
November 20, 2013
So sorry to read of Al's passing. I, too, worked with him for many years at the Ramada Inn. Al was a good man, hard working, honest, and always dependable. We also shared a few laughs. While I hadn't seen Al in several years, he always crosses my mind when I think about the wonderful people I have known. My sincere condolences to Eileen and the rest of Al's family.
EVELYN CORDA
November 20, 2013
ALWAYS IN OUR HEARTS, AND MANY PRAYERS TO THE FAMILY. WE WILL MISS YOU DEAR SWEET UNLCE ALBI
November 20, 2013
Death of a loved one is never easy whether expected or not.The God of all comfort, knows your pain and holds you close to his heart. May is loving kindness give you peace at this difficult time.
Tony Cricco, Jr.
November 19, 2013
Eileen and Family. I am so sorry to hear about the passing of Al. We had so many great times, laughs and moments during our life in Wallingford, growing up with your family and ours. Please accept my heartfelt sympathies. All my love to You, Sherrill, Marilyn, Allison, and Patty.
Scott Baur
November 19, 2013
Patty and family, sorry to hear of the loss of your father.
Joan Melillo
November 19, 2013
Iky and family - I'm so sorry to here about Al. We worked together so many years ago, but I'll always remember the kindness you both showed me. He was a great person and he truly will be missed. Love you - Joanie
Pat Sullivan
November 19, 2013
Eileen; not sure if you remember me, I'm Pat (Wesolowski) Sullivan, Mr. P's secretary during our days at the Ramada Inn of Al working the lounge and you in banquets. So very sorry for your loss; my deepest and sincerest wishes to you and your family. Loved making Al laugh every time I mentioned Engelbert!
November 19, 2013
I want to say how sorry I am for your loss. We have lived down the street for 13 years and always enjoyed seeing and talking to Al. Your family is in our prayers. Ted & Nicole Redos
Linda Brandl
November 19, 2013
So sorry for your loss. Al was a great guy and I know you will all miss him.
Laurie McNamara
November 18, 2013
We are so sorry for you loss. Mr. Acker was always there at the house when I would visit. Always sweet and kind, full of compassion. You can see his reflection in his wonderful wife and daughters. His memory and spirit will live on through you all. He will be missed. All our love, the McNamara family.
Tracy Vissicchio
November 18, 2013
To the Acker Family, So sorry for your loss . I worked with Al years ago at Ramada Inn in North Haven. I used to call him Uncle Al and have very fond memories of him and your family and all the times we had at the Ramada Inn. He was loved by all who knew him. I was blessed by knowing him and loved him like an uncle. We used to go for coffee after work at the diner. I lost touch with him but he touched my life making me a better person ,wife and mom. Now he is a Guardian Angel for all who knew him.
My deepest Sympathy.
Tracy Vissicchio
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