Joseph John Ackerman Jr.

Joe was born in California on April 29, 1967 to parents Toni Marie and Joseph John Ackerman, Sr. and was raised in Alaska which he always called his home. Joe graduated from Soldotna High School in 1985 where he was voted Class President and went on to attend the University of Alaska Anchorage.

Joe worked at Hitachi Data Systems (HDS) for over 16 years and was a Business Analyst. A colleague noted that Joe filled each day with laughter, brought stability to the work environment and earned the respect of everyone he worked with. His HDS family will always remember his quick wit, sarcastic humor, and impressive work ethic.

Joe enjoyed the electrifying atmosphere of San Francisco as well as the outdoor beauty of Alaska, but he was happiest where ever the sun was shining. He loved gardening, spending time with family and friends, sharing good food and making memories. He was a fun-loving, caring and wonderful guy who brought so much joy, laughter and love to everyone around him. A friend recently said that Joe touched so many lives and made a positive difference in the world with his kind heart, generosity, and sense of humor. He genuinely cared about people and nurtured every relationship with his personal touch. Within minutes of meeting Joe, you felt like you’d known him forever. He deeply touched our lives and will forever hold a place in our hearts.

Joe was preceded in death by his father and grand-parents Joseph G. and Mae M. Ackerman and Jack E. Lopes. Joe is survived by his; mother and grandmother Agnes Lopes, siblings Keith Ackerman and Amanda (Ackerman) Atkinson; nieces and nephews Natasha, Sierra, Luke and Dylan; Victoria and Sterling; and God-daughters Kylie and Krista.