Michael J. Ackerman, 66, of Macungie, died February 24, 2016 peacefully in his residence. He was the husband of Rosalie T. (Watts) Ackerman, with whom he celebrated 39 years of marriage. Born in East Stroudsburg, he was the son of the late Arthur B. and Lucille E. (Sheeley) Ackerman. He worked for Allen Organ as a documentation coordinator for over 20 years, retiring in August 2014. H e was a member of St. John's U.C.C., Emmaus, serving as a member and past president of Consistory. He was a member of Lehigh Lodge #326, Macungie, was chairperson of Ethnic Days in Emmaus, and was a former soccer coach. He honorably served his country in the Coast Guard during Vietnam.

Survivors: Wife Rosalie; Son, Terry J. Ackerman and wife Alyssa of Forks Twp.; Daughter, Jaime R. Ackerman-Gray of Lyons; Sister, Marji Ackerman of Whitehall; Grandchildren, Zayne, Dominic, Austin, Lauren, Jenna, and Ryan; several nieces and nephews.

Services: Funeral service will be held on Monday, Feb. 29, 2016 at 10:30 AM in St. John's U.C.C., 139 North 4th St., Emmaus. Viewing 9:00 to 10:30 AM in the church. Interment with military honors will follow in Northwood Cemetery. Schantz Funeral Home P.C., Emmaus is handling arrangements.

Contributions: In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Gift of Life Family House, 401 Callowhill St., Philadelphia, PA 19123.