View a eulogy for Don E. Ackerman, USMA '56, who passed away on April 25, 2010.
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Don E. Ackerman
West Point, 1956
Be Thou At Peace
Posted by PETE VERFURTH on May 7, 2010:
| Don Ackerman was my BEAST BARRACKS roommate in 2nd New Cadet Company back in the summer of '52. Don and I knew less about West Point and what we were getting into than anyone else I can remember. But Don never let all the nonsense upset his wonderful sense of humor. With each mistake he made, he would just smile and laugh at himself and not make that mistake again. Don was a very quick learner and obviously much smarter than the average bear. He always made new friends with his winning personality and succeeded in everything he did. After graduation we both went to Arizona and learned to fly airplanes in the Air Force. At our reunion in Arizona about six years ago, Anne & I had the privilege of spending an evening with Don & Jean. They were both very happy and a pleasure to be in their company. Don was a great guy and a real credit to the Class of '56. His quick smile and sunny disposition will be sorely missed. Fly safe Don and may GOD be with you!!!! PETE VERFURTH |
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