Joseph A. Acker, Jr.
March 02, 1935 - December 22, 2020
Obituary
MIDDLETON - Joseph Anthony Acker Jr., age 85, of Middleton, passed away on Tuesday, Dec. 22, 2020, at Homestead Living. He was born on March 2, 1935, in Madison, Wis., the son of Joseph Acker Sr. and Elizabeth (Ziegler) Acker.
Joe graduated from Middleton High School in 1953. He married Kathleen Coleman on Aug. 27, 1993, in Sauk City. Joe served in the U.S. Army, and participated in the Badger Honor Flight.
Prior to retirement, Joe worked the family farm. In his free time, he enjoyed bowling, playing cards, coaching tug of war, playing baseball, watching all sports (especially boxing) and traveling. Most of all, he enjoyed watching and attending his grandchildren's activities. Joe was a long-time member of St. Peter Catholic Church in Ashton.
Joe is survived by his wife, Kathy; five children, Peter (Linda) Acker, Scott (LeAnn) Acker, Lance (Mickey Wagner) Acker, Lani (Scott) Largent, and Shawn Jessie; two sisters, Darlene Endres and Annette (Mike) Thompson; four grandchildren, Tristan Largent, Briana Jessie, Emerson Largent, and Elliott Acker; and sister-in-law, Patty Acker. He is further survived by numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents; two sisters, Mary Voss and Gladys Boeker; and brother, Daniel Acker.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at ST. PETER CATHOLIC CHURCH, 7121 County Trunk K, Ashton, at 11 a.m. on Thursday, Dec. 31, 2020, followed by burial in St. Peter Catholic Cemetery. Visitation will be held at the church from 9 a.m. until the time of the Mass on Thursday. Online condolences may be made at www.gundersonfh.com.
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Funeral & Cremation Care
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Events
Gathering
Thu Dec 31, 2020 @ 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM CDT
St. Peter's Catholic Church (Ashton) • 7121 County Rd K, Ashton, WI 53562
Funeral Service
Thu Dec 31, 2020 @ 11:00 AM - 11:45 AM CDT
St. Peter's Catholic Church (Ashton) • 7121 County Rd K, Ashton, WI 53562
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Memories
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Joanne (Jensen) Ganske
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My Sympathies on the passing of Joe. I always enjoyed his laughter and stories whenever I talked to him about his insurance with our agency over the years! May he rest in peace. Joanne (Jensen) Ganske, Endres Insurance (formerly Wagner Insurance) Cross Plains.
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Hailey Ziegler
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Jr. was a kind and gentle soul loved by many. May he now be at peace and that this tree flourishes with his love that he has shared over the years.
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Tammi Alexander, Badger Honor Flight
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The volunteers, flight team and board of Badger Honor Flight mourn the loss of their hero, Joseph Acker Jr. We are thankful for his military service and proud to have served him on his trip to Washington, D.C. on May 21, 2016.
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Ted Balistreri
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Didn’t know Joe well- just my yearly boat drop off and pick up at his storage. Always enjoyed chatting with him about family , farming and old memories. Loved to talk about his travels. Joe you were a good person on this earth and May you Rest In Peace.
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Phil Maier
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Pete, Scott, Lance & Lani - My thoughts are with all of you as you mourn the loss of your Dad! Wishing you peace and comfort as you grieve!
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Michael J Rubnitz
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With much sympathy - what an honor for me to have known and been friends with Joe, and Kathy, for 20+ years. I will always cherish our conversations!