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Joyce Acker Obituary
WORCESTER - Joyce M. (Fitman) Acker, 73 of Worcester, died Sunday, April 15th, 2012 after a brief illness with her family by her side. Her husband of 50 years, Warren R, Acker died last August. She is survived by her son, Timothy J. Acker and his wife, Carolina V. of Cary, NC; two daughters, Lisabeth M. Merchant and her husband, Raymond W. of Uxbridge and Christine M. Acker of Worcester; her sister, Irene C. DeSalvio of Kittery, ME; five grandchildren, Shannon Morrissette of Worcester, Caitlin Merchant of Uxbridge, Madelyn, Katie and Nicolas Acker of Cary, NC; two great grandchildren Brooke and Paige Morrissette of Worcester and many nephews and nieces. She also leaves her close friends Bill and Carol Moore. Two brothers Donald and Harold Fitman and two sisters, Sister Mary Catherine Laboure (Sisters of Providence) and Barbara DesChenes predeceased her.
She was born in Worcester the daughter of Harold J. and Irene C. (Hinds) Fitman; and was a graduate of the former Commerce High School. Mrs. Acker had worked in the office of the former Palson's Office Supply, Thom McAn Shoe and Allmerica Financial before retiring. She was an avid reader, enjoyed Keno, dining out, watching the New England Patriots and college basketball, her favorite team being Duke. She also enjoyed traveling to Ireland, Stowe, Vermont and Ogunquit, ME; enjoying the beach and shopping. Mrs. Acker was devoted to her family and especially enjoyed her time spent with them.
Her funeral is Friday, April 20th, with a service at 11:00 a.m. in O'CONNOR BROTHERS FUNERAL HOME, 592 Park Avenue. Burial will follow in St. John's Cemetery. Calling hours are Thursday, April 19th from 4:00 until 7:00 p.m. in the funeral home. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to the Jimmy Fund, 10 Brookline Place West, Boston, MA 02284.
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Margaret Gaffney
April 23, 2012
Please accept my deepest sympathy on the loss of your mother and grandmother. I have known Joyce for many years as her hairstylist and as her friend. I loved visiting with your mom, she always had a funny story and a good book to recommend. But mostly, she loved to talk about her family. She shared pictures and stories of all the grandchildren and her trips to NC. Joyce will be sorely missed by all of us at the salon.
Peggy Gaffney
Brooke Morrissette
April 21, 2012
it was the hardest thing to see you struggle these past few months, everyone who was by your side during it could say the same. you weren't just a great grandmother, you were adored as a mother and friend as well. rest in peace grandma<3
Ann and Michael Myers
April 20, 2012
Our thoughts and prayers are with you Tim, Carolina and family. Your special memories of your mother will give you strength and peace in the weeks ahead.
Ann and Michael Myers
Eric Radzik
April 20, 2012
My thoughts are with you...
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Judy Palson
April 18, 2012
Kindly accept my deepest sympathy on the loss of your Mother. Indeed, she was a grand lady. I had the pleasure of knowing her for over 50 years; first as a member of the Palson Family and later as a friend. She shall be missed.
Debra J. Maddox,RN,BSN,OCN
April 18, 2012
To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.
Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."
It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.
God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.
When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.
I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.
There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.
If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.
So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.
And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.
Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
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