Barbara Jean (Wilhelm) Ackart passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by family on July 31, 2024, at the age of 60. She was born on September 21, 1963, in Norwich, Connecticut, to Wallace and Dianna Wilhelm.
As a Navy brat, she along with her brother Wayne and sister Christine spent their early years traveling with the family before finally settling down in Gales Ferry Connecticut. She graduated Ledyard High School in 1981, afterwards her adventurous spirit led her to join the Army where she proudly served her country. Barbara's proudest moments and joy in life was becoming a mother to her three boys and then a Nana to her six grandchildrenBarbara will be remembered for her loving, caring, and selfless nature. She always put others before herself and was an unwavering source of support for her family. Her warm smile and kind heart touched the lives of all who had the pleasure of knowing her.
Barbara is predeceased by her Mother and Father Dianna and “Wally” Wilhelm.
Barbara is survived by:
Her brother Wayne Wilhelm (his wife Sara and their children Jill and Amy)
Sister Christine Orkney (her husband Jack and their children Ian and Mara)
Son Chris Ackart (his wife DeEtte and their children Blake, Emmitt, and Harrison)
Son Andrew Ackart ( his wife Tina)
Son Patrick Ackart ( his wife Ashley and their children Talynn, Natalie, and Benjamin)
Although Barbara's physical presence will be deeply missed, her memory will forever live on in the hearts of those who loved her. May she rest in eternal peace.
Memorial service will be held at a later date to be announced.
“God didn’t promise days without pain, laughter without sorrow, or sun without rain. But he did promise strength for the day, comfort for the tears, and light for the way”
-Unknown-
Love you Mom
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