Sally Williams-Ackley

Thanks for sharing your magic Sal. Til we meet again my friend.

Love you my friend of 57 years You will always be important to me.

To the Ackley Clan: I'm so sorry for what you must be going through! I wish I could reach out and hug each of you right now. I would love to have a chance to hug Sally right now also. The only memories I have of her were similar to those shared by others: her smile, laughter, joy of life, and, if I'm being honest, her jokes (my favorites). I still remember one that she told me as a teenager, but it wouldn't be appropriate to repeat here. But I remember laughing for so long on so many, that I can't think of any memories where there wasn't constant laughter. I'm posting a photo my mom took after a lunch the three of us had in Medford while I was on leave decades ago. It was on one of those relatively few occasions where I made her laugh instead of the other way around. And that's what my mom captured. Laughter and joy! We'll miss you Sally!

I'm so sorry for everyone's loss. Here are a few gems from Carol's scrapbooks I thought I'd share.

Our precious Sally.

In loving memory of our precious sister Sally. Forever in our hearts.

While I never had the privilege of meeting Sally in person, I was lucky enough to exchange a few messages with her-and even through text, her warmth and light were undeniable. As a friend of her beloved daughter Maya, I´ve witnessed just how deeply she was cherished and how fiercely she loved in return. Her joy in her family, her grandchildren (including the furry ones), and the life she created radiates in every story Maya has shared. The legacy she leaves behind-especially in her children-will continue to shine. Sending peace, love, and my deepest condolences to all who love her.

All the SlackFests were the best especially the ones that I attended in the 80´s. One trip to one on the coast involved an impromptu Chinese Firedrill when the new hit Funky Cold Medina came on the radio. We laughed so hard and had a tremendous time that weekend. More was never enough.