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William Acker Obituary
Born in Hornell, Oct. 27, 1950, the son of Lawrence and Margaret Brown Acker, he had resided in Canisteo during his early life but most of his life in Wellsville. Bill had resided in Bolivar since 1978. He was a graduate of Wellsville High School and had been employed as a manager at both Carpet Town in Weston Mills and later at Custom Carpets in Olean.
Bill served his country as a member of the United States Air Force from 1971 until 1975. He was active in sports during high school and remained actively involved in his son's sports activity thru high school and college. He was a member of the Bolivar Lions Club and the Bolivar American Legion Post.
He was predeceased by his parents.
He is survived by his wife, Sally Raykovitz Acker of Bolivar; his daughter, Jamie Acker Lewis of Rochester; his son, Aaron and his wife, Kristin Mekjean Acker of Buffalo; his sister, Patricia (Tom) Cline of Wellsville; and his brother, Robert Acker of Hornell; his grandchildren, Ayedin Lewis, Kamdyn Lewis and Adina Acker; several nieces and nephews.
To send a remembrance to the family or to light a candle in Bill's memory, please visit www.brownandpowersfuneralhomes.com. The family is being assisted by Gerald R. Brown, Director.
The family will be present to receive friends at the Bender - Brown & Powers Funeral Home, 354 Canisteo St, Hornell. on Friday from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. Family and friends are invited to attend a graveside service with military honors at Woodlawn Cemetery, South Main Street in Wellsville on Saturday at 11 a.m.
Friends may make memorial contributions to the charity of the donor's choice.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
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May 24, 2015
I just found out about Bill I'm sorry for your loss. I'm Lori Jackson I took care of his mom at Wmcc. A very nice man he was every time he came in. He will be greatly missed.
Reita Duke Novkov
May 9, 2015
Dear Sally, I hold you and your family in my thoughts. Bill was tough to the end, and I know how strong your love was. Please accept my condolences to you and your family.
Misty DeBock
May 8, 2015
Dear Acker Family,
Thinking of your family in this time of need. May God give you the strength to find you way through. RIP Mr. Acker.
Chris Abbey (Bogle)
May 7, 2015
My sincere condolences to his family. I remember him in high school, wonderful person.
May 7, 2015
Dear Sally and family, So sorry to hear the sad news about Bill. He was a great guy and I'll always remember all the good times we had together. From, Fritz Murphy
Adam Liesegang
May 6, 2015
Aaron and family - Very sorry to hear about your loss. My thoughts are with your entire family during this difficult time.
KT
May 6, 2015
Please accept my sincere condolences. During this sad time, may you find comfort in God and his promises. "God is a refuge and strength. A help that is readily found in times of distress.
Harold and Mary Jane Semple
May 6, 2015
Rob and Dawn - So sorry to hear of the passing of your brother. May God give you comfort in the days ahead. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Susan Baldwin
May 6, 2015
Bill, Along with being the best boss I ever had you were a great friend too. So many memories, such good times and laughs. Even the tough times made us better friends. Rest in Peace, my friend. I will keep Sally and Jamie and Aaron in my prayers for you. You will be missed and always in my thoughts. Love, Sue
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8
Visitation
2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Bender-Brown & Powers Funeral Home - Hornell354 Canisteo St., Hornell, NY 14843
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8
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6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Bender-Brown & Powers Funeral Home - Hornell354 Canisteo St., Hornell, NY 14843
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