ACKER

Roland James Acker of Springfield passed away July 15, 2024, at his home in East Dalhousie.

Born April 5,1951, in Springfield, NS, to his parents Obie Acker and Marian (Crouse) Acker.

Roland worked for many years as a logger and later on for the Department of Transportation - road crew.

Roland was always someone you could count on to help anyone in the community whether he was fixing cars for friends, cutting firewood or ploughing driveways.

He was a member of the Springfield Volunteer Fire Department for most of his life. He was kind, generous, full of humour, and greatly loved by all.

He is survived by his wife, Linda (Jodrey) Acker; sons, Troy (Jodie) and Adam; grandchildren, Nathanial, Logan (Alyse) Paige and, Maddox.

Cremation has taken place under the care of direction of Sweeney’s Funeral Home, New Germany. As per his request there will be no funeral service. Linda continues to welcome visitors at the house if you are in the area.