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Daniel Acker Obituary

Beloved husband, father, brother, uncle, and community member, Dan died on December 22, 2024 at Washington Hospital Center. Born July 26, 1945 in Cleveland, OH, he grew up in Buffalo, NY. He received a B.A. in History from Howard University. He married Fay Allen in 1969 and they had three children, Daniel, Juliette, and Camille. He worked in housing and urban development for the District of Columbia and Maryland. An Elder, Deacon, and longtime member of Northminster Presbyterian Church, he was also an active member of ASALH (Association for the Study of African American Life and History). A passionate man who loved history, books, film, and politics, he is survived by his wife, Fay, Daniel (Susan Banks Acker), Juliette (Clyde Steptoe), Camille (James Britt), his sisters Carolyn Ball, Nannette Clark (John McDaniel), and a host of family and friends. Funeral at Northminster Presbyterian Church, Saturday, January 18 at 10:30 a.m., viewing 9 to 10:30 a.m. Interred at Rock Creek Cemetary following the service. Memorial donations may be made to ASALH https://asalh.org/donate/.

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Published by The Washington Post on Jan. 12, 2025.

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Bernard Featherson

February 2, 2025

Dan was a man I respected and admired.Dan and Faye were an ideal couple that spread faith,joy and love wherever they were.
I am truly blessed to say Dan was my friend.

Phyllis Benjamin

January 18, 2025

I met Dr. Acker and his wife through a special friend. It was a rewarding experience for me. He was passionate about what he did. I thank him for increasing my life of how important our history is. Thank you Mr. Acker. May the Lord bless and comfort your family in this time of need. Phyllis Benjamin

Velva Taylor Spriggs

January 18, 2025

As a board member of the Family Links Outreach Center, Daniel was a very dedicated and generous contributor of ideas and strategies for carrying out the organization´s mission within a challenging political environment. His brief sojourn with FamilyLinks was an awesome gift, which we will forever cherish. We pray his family will be comforted in this painful moment by his memory and by God´s grace.

Velva Taylor Spriggs
Advisory Board Member
FamilyLinks Outreach Center

Carole Woolfork

January 13, 2025

Guided by his faith, love of family, and care for all mankind, Dan walked in the pathway of duty. The memory of him and his good works will be forever cherished. Condolences to The Acker family from Carole Woolfork and family.

Vincent Small

January 12, 2025

Our thoughts and prayers to the Family. May GOD give strength to the Family for their loss!

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Northminster Presbyterian Church

7720 Alaska Avenue N.W., Washington, DC 20012

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Northminster Presbyterian Church

7720 Alaska Avenue N.W., Washington, DC 20012

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