Robert E. Ackerman 1944-2020

Mr. Ackerman was born March 9, 1944, in Salem, a son of Ralph and Gertrude Sauerwein Ackerman.

A North Lima High School graduate, Rob attended the University of Miami and was self-employed in the commercial and industrial insulation business.

He enjoyed woodworking, golfing and cigars with his friends. He was a dedicated member of the Allen Masonic Lodge 276, the Al Koran Shrine Temple in Cleveland, the Youngstown Shrine Club and the Royal Order of Jesters Court 14.

Rob leaves to cherish his precious memory, his longtime partner, Beth Martin, with whom he made his home; his daughter, Robin (Jason) Best of North Lima; Julie Ackerman; grandchildren, Kylie Holtzee of North Lima and Joey Holtzee of Garden Prairie, Ill.; sister, Cheryl (Tom) Bell of Columbiana; and brother, Dennis (Carol) Ackerman of Manlius, N.Y.; as well as a host of extended family and friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents; son, Jimmy Ackerman; brother, Donald Ackerman; and sister, Karen (Dell) Houser.

Funeral services will be held Thursday, Nov. 19, 2020, at 7:30 p.m. at Seederly-Mong and Beck Funeral Home, 11500 Market St., North Lima, with the Rev. Ralph Edwards officiating. A Masonic service conducted by the Allen Masonic Lodge 276 will follow.

The family will receive friends Thursday, Nov. 19, 2020, from 4 to 7:30 p.m. at the funeral home.

Due to our current health crisis, COVID-19, everyone in attendance is asked to please wear a mask or face covering and to maintain all social-distancing guidelines mandated by our governor (6-foot rule and not to linger). Thank you.

In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations be made in Rob’s memory to Youngstown Shrine Club, 1735 South Range Road, North Lima, OH 44452.

The family has entrusted Seederly-Mong & Beck Funeral Home in North Lima with the arrangements for their loved one. Family and friends are invited to visit www.seederly-mongandbeck.com to sign the guestbook or send private condolences.

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