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NATHAN ACKERMAN Obituary


  
NATHAN ROBERT ACKERMAN  
On Monday, January 11, 2016, NATHAN ROBERT "Bob" ACKERMAN (Age 100) of Chevy Chase, MD, passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by his children. Served as a B-26 bombardier with the 344th bomb group. Flew 66 missions inclusive of D-day. Awarded the Purple Heart and numerous other air medals. Opened A&R Auto Parts in 1949 and served the Washington, D.C. community for 60 years. Beloved husband of the late Muriel Ackerman. Devoted father of Michael and Richard (Ilene) Ackerman, Joanne (Arnold) Kieffer and Nancy (Michael) Krzyzanowski. Dear brother of Lester (Leona) Ackerman. Loving grandfather of Evan, David, Sara, Jacob, Adrienne, Olivia, Alisa, Tasha, Ace, Hannah and Mikey. Great - grandfather of two. Graveside funeral services will be held on Friday, January 15, 2016, 11 a.m. at King David Memorial Garden, Falls Church, VA. After the interment, the family will receive relatives and friends at the late residence, and also on Saturday evening and Sunday. Memorial contributions may be made to the 344th Bomb Group Association. Arrangements entrusted to TORCHINSKY HEBREW FUNERAL HOME, 202-541-1001 (endorsed by The Rabbinical Council of Greater Washington).

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Published by The Washington Post from Jan. 13 to Jan. 15, 2016.

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Evan Ackerman

January 18, 2016

This man was immaculate. Loved by the world. Thank you for showing me and teaching me my favorite game (Golf). Every time I step on the golf course it is you that will be thought of, and I'm sure watching me play. Your awesome. I love u Pop.

J M

January 14, 2016

I would like to express my sincerest condolences to your family. May God comfort you, and grant you much peace (Numbers 6:24-26) may the precious memories shared between you give you much comfort throughout your loss.

D. M.

January 14, 2016

So sorry to hear about the loss of your dear father. May the God of all comfort give you strength to cope during this difficult time. (Psalm 147:3)

January 14, 2016

Offering my condolences to the family, sorry for your loss

Missy

January 14, 2016

My condolences to the family I am very sorry for your loss May drawing close to God in prayer bring you comfort knowing that he cares for you. 1 Pet 5:7

January 13, 2016

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

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