William Joseph Wackerman

William Joseph Wackerman, age 59, passed away October 16, in Anchorage from respiratory failure.
William was born in Wickenburg, AZ to Arnold George and Carolyn (Christison) Wackerman. He attended Bradshaw Mountain High School in Dewey and earned a bachelor's degree from Wayland Baptist University. Having been introduced by his Uncle Teddy, William married Theresa Mary Klingele on September 2, 1989, at St. Brigid Catholic Church in Liberty,IL.
William has a varied and interesting career that included 20 years in the US Air Force, oil field and civil services.
In his younger years he was active in sports with his children. William loved hunting and fishing. He loved sharing his cooking skills with family and friends, off roading and spending time with his "girl", his beloved silver lab, Sterling.
His family described him as a one-of-a-kind guy that was always there for others. A resilient and stubborn, yet deeply caring man whose humor could lighten up even the darkest room. He taught his children to speak their minds with honesty, live life fearless of what others think and don't let barriers ever hold you back. He was their hero.
William leaves behind his wife Theresa Wackerman, son and daughter-in-law Peyton and Dana Wackerman, daughter Shawnee Wackerman, son Garrett Wackerman, mother Carolyn Cox, brother Micheal Cox, uncle Ted Christison, father-in- law Merle (JoAnne) Klingele, brothers-in-law Steve(Joyce) Klingele, Dennis (Stephanie) Klingele, Dewayne (Kris) Klingele, Gary (Shelly) Klingele, Keith ( Jamie) Klingele, Phil (Heidi) Klingele and sister-in-law Monica Mast, in addition to many nieces and nephews. He is preceded in death by his father Arnold Wackerman, mother-in-law Patricia Klingele and brother-in-law Kent Mast.
A visitation will be held at 11am November 1, 2025, followed by the service at 12 noon at Heritage Chapel 9431 Luke Avenue Anchorage, Alaska with Robert Henry officiating.
To honor William's memory, you can donate to The Salvation Army Angel Tree Program or The Gold Star Program.