Dennis A. Ackerberg's Obituary
Dennis Allen Ackerberg, “Big D”, age 57, passed away in Grand Rapids, MI, on Wednesday, August 14, 2024. He was born in Muskegon, MI, on July 5, 1967, to Herbert and Karla (Bentley) Ackerberg. He graduated from Kent City High School and worked the rest of his life on his family’s farm in Casnovia, MI.
Denny will be lovingly remembered by his parents, Herbert and Karla Ackerberg; two siblings: Jill (Matt) Clelland and Jeff (Ashleigh Pelfresne) Ackerberg; three nieces: Sheyenne Ackerberg, and Alyssa and Ashlee Clelland; and many other extended relatives. He was preceded in death by an infant sibling, Michael Ackerberg.
A private graveside service for Denny will be held at a later date. Arrangements by the Ravenna Chapel of Sytsema Funeral & Cremation Services, 3570 Thomas St, Ravenna, MI, 49451.
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