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James Ackerman Obituary

Ackerman, James Age 79. Beloved husband of Beatrice; loving father of Vince (Suzanne), Ron (Christen), James (Angela), Glenn, Johnny (Ingrid), Pat (Kris) and Tammy Ackerman; cherished grandfather of ten; adored son of the late Harold Ackerman and the late Jean (nee Cerone) Salice; dear brother of the late Shirley Grover; fond brother-in-law, cousin and uncle to many. Member of International Union of Elevator Constructors Local 2. Visitation Wednesday, February 11 from 3:00 to 9:00 p.m. at Cumberland Chapels, 8300 W. Lawrence Ave., Norridge. Funeral Thursday 9:00 a.m. from the funeral home and will then proceed to St. William Church for Mass at 10:00 a.m. Interment Mt. Carmel Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations to American Cancer Society, 225 N. Michigan Ave., Chicago, IL 60601. Funeral Info: 708-456-8300 or www.cumberlandchapels.com.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Feb. 10, 2015.

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Cynthia Huitink

September 20, 2019

I am looking for Jim Ackerman who graduated Divine Savior in 1970 for a 50th reunion next year. I am sorry for your loss.

KA

February 14, 2015

I am sorry for the loss of your loved one. May the God of all comfort be with the family during this difficult time. 2 Cor 1:3

February 12, 2015

Please accept my heartfelt condolences on the loss of your loved one may God give you strength and comfort during this difficult time Ps 46 : 1

February 12, 2015

Ackerman family please accept my sincere condolences. May you find comfort from the words found at 2nd Thessalonians 2:16,17. May the God of all comfort, strengthen your family during this difficult time.
DS

February 10, 2015

So sorry for your loss.

February 10, 2015

I'm sorry for your loss. During times like these, it is especially important to remember that God cares for you. 1 Peter 5:6,7

Chris

February 10, 2015

May the God of all comfort be with the family during this difficult time. 2 Cor 1:3

February 10, 2015

I am sorry for your loss. God is loving and caring. He will open his hand and satisfy the desire of every living thing. Psalm 145:16

February 10, 2015

Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always. (1Cor.13:4-8)

The Staff of Cumberland Chapels

February 10, 2015

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Memorial Events
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Feb

11

Visitation

3:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

Cumberland Chapels

8300 West Lawrence Ave., Norridge, IL 60706

Feb

12

Funeral

9:00 a.m.

Cumberland Chapels

8300 West Lawrence Ave., Norridge, IL 60706

Feb

12

Funeral Mass

10:00 a.m.

St. William Church

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8300 West Lawrence Ave., Norridge, IL 60706

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