Gary graduated from White Cloud High School and attended Michigan State University. He was known as kind and carefree offering his help to people whenever they needed it. In his younger years, he enjoyed hunting, fishing, an occasional round of golf with his friends and spending time with his brothers. Gary fell upon hard times later in life but always kept a smile on his face and a good attitude in general. He is survived by his parents, Orlando and Judith Ackerman, as well as his brothers, Glenn, Gregory, Mark and Bradley Ackerman. He will be missed greatly and remembered always.