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William "Bill" A. Akerstrom

January 2, 1959 – March 5, 2023
Obituary of William "Bill" A. Akerstrom
IN THE CARE OF

Smith-McCracken Funeral Home

William "Bill" A. Akerstrom, age 64, of Allamuchy, New Jersey passed away on Sunday, March 5, 2023 at his home.

Bill was born January 2, 1959, in Newton, N.J. to the late Ernest and Rosalind Akerstrom. He was raised in Andover Borough and graduated from Sussex County Vocational and Technical High School, class of 1977. Bill was employed by the State of New Jersey as an Assistant Crew Supervisor. He enjoyed fishing, hunting and golfing. Bill was consistently a dependable man who was always there to help anyone in need.

Bill is survived by three brothers, Keith Akerstrom, Tom Akerstrom (Kitty) and Brian Akerstrom (Debra); two nephews, Doug Akerstrom and Brian Akerstrom (Lara); a niece; Wendy Akerstrom; close friends, KC and Steve; as well as many aunts and uncles.

Visitation will be held from 3 to 7 pm on Thursday, March 9, 2023, at the Smith-McCracken Funeral Home 63 High St, Newton, NJ, with a Celebration of Bill's Life beginning at 7pm.

Memorial donations may be made to the Fairview Lake YMCA, 1035 Fairview Lake Rd, Newton, NJ 07860

or online at https://givebutter.com/c/FVL/teams/akerstrom. Online condolences may be expressed below.

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FAMILY

Ernest AkerstromFather (deceased)

Rosalind (Savacool)Mother (deceased)

Brian Akerstrom (Debra)Brother

Tom Akerstrom (Kitty)Brother

Keith AkerstromBrother

Wendy AkerstromNiece

Doug AkerstromNephew

Brian Akerstrom (Lara)Nephew

KCClose friend

SteveClose friend

Many aunts, uncles and a tremendous amount of friends

DONATIONS

Fairview Lake YMCA1035 Fairview Lake Road, Newton, New Jersey 07860

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