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Theresa Ackley Obituary
May 22, 1933 - May 1, 2023
Jacksonville, FL
Theresa Marie "Terri" Lussier Ackley, 89, died Monday, May 1, 2023, with her children by her side at Douglas Center For Caring, A Community Hospice and Palliative Care facility at Baptist Health in Jacksonville, Florida.
Terri was born May 22, 1933, in Peterborough, New Hampshire, to Fred and Clara Lussier. After graduating from high school, she enlisted in U.S. Air Force. Upon completing her military service, Terri worked for several companies such as Remington, before getting married. While raising her family, she also successfully managed numerous real estate and investment properties that belonged to her husband. Additionally, she played a vital role in managing her husband's private medical practice in Ohio and Florida. Terri lived in Cleveland and Jacksonville, Florida, before moving to Sandusky.
She had a passion for entertaining guests, cooking, traveling, gardening, and music. Her warm and welcoming nature allowed her to easily strike up a conversation with anyone. Terri delighted in sharing stories of social gatherings that she hosted at her home, featuring her exceptional culinary skills and famous 12-course meals. She also reminisced about the incredible trips she took with her husband and family. Even in her final days, Terri expressed gratitude for having led such a full life, rich with remarkable experiences and memories. She was the loving wife and widow of Dr. Eugene Edward Ackley, who died in Aug., 2000.
Terri is survived by her son, David Ackley of Florida; daughter, Michelle Rowan of Florida; two grandchildren; and one great-grandchild.
She was also preceded in death by two sisters, Evelyn Jean Rollins, who died in 2012, and Rosemarie Duntan, who died in 1997.
Visitation will be 9:30-10:30 a.m. Saturday, May 13, 2023, at Jellison Funeral Home, 25 Concord Street, Peterborough, New Hampshire. Burial will immediately follow at St. Peter Cemetery on High Street in Peterborough. Terri's celebration of life will be announced soon and take place in Jacksonville, Florida.
Flowers are acceptable or memorial contributions may be made in Terri's name to National Audubon Society.
To share a memory or to leave the family a message of condolence, please visit Terri's online tribute page at www.jellisonfuneralhome.com.
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