Stephen J. Ackerman
Stephen J. Ackerman, II, 35, of Bradford, passed away Saturday, June 3, 2023, at Olean General Hospital, surrounded by his loving family.
Born July 23, 1987, in Bradford, he was a son of Robin (Cavallero) Ackerman and Stephen J. Ackerman.
Stephen attended Bradford Area Schools and graduated from Troy High School in 2007. He was employed at Futures since 2014. He was a member of St. Bernard Church, the YMCA where he loved to swim, and Special Olympics where he participated in wheelchair racing and the softball toss.
Stephen enjoyed jet skiing at Cuba Lake with his Uncle Kevin and surprise visits from his Uncle Tom and Aunt Gretchen to go out to lunch. He was a fan of football where he followed Penn State and the Buffalo Bills. He loved NASCAR racing and was a big Dale Earnhardt fan. He met Dale Sr. in July of 2000 and Dale Jr. in July of 2017, while attending races at Watkins Glenn. His favorite times were spending holidays with his family, Christmas parties at Futures, and picnics at Mystic Waters with Evergreen Elm. In his pretend world he loved being the Foreman of his crew on his construction jobs.
Surviving are his mother Robin, father and stepmother, Stephen and Lynda, one sister, Mary-beth of West Chester, two brothers, David (Adelynn), of Westwood NJ, and Kevin of Pittsburgh, his maternal grandparents, Richard and Ann Cavallero, and many aunts, uncles, and cousins.
He was preceded in death by his paternal grandparents, Tom and Maureen Ackerman.
Friends are invited to attend a Celebration of Stephen's Life on Friday July 28, 0223, from 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm at Mystic Waters Resort, 620 Parkside Drive, Limestone NY, 14753. Please RSVP Robin at 814-598-9613.
Memorial contributions, if desired, may be made to Futures Inc., Evergreen Elm, or a charity of the donor's choice.
Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Hollenbeck-Cahill Funeral Homes Inc.
Online condolences may be expressed at www.hollenbeckcahill.com
All Condolences -
Robin, I am so sorry to see of your son''s passing. My thoughts and prayer are with you. May he rest in peace
— Judy Larson
Robin, Steve, Lindy and family. I am so very sorry for the loss of your precious son. Stephen was one of my first babysitting jobs, he always had a giant smile on his sweet little face. I’m so glad I got to see him as an adult last summer. Love, hugs and many many prayers.
Allison, Lou and family
— Allison Ambrose
Robin, Steve, Lindy and family. I am so very sorry for the loss of your precious son. Stephen was one of my first babysitting jobs, he always had a giant smile on his sweet little face. I’m so glad I got to see him as an adult last summer. Love, hugs and many many prayers.
Allison, Lou and family
— Allison Ambrose
My condolences to the family. I am so sorry for your loss.
— Brian J. Vecellio
Dear Steven John''s Family,
We are saddened to learn of Steven Johns passing. Our prayers and thoughts are with you all. Knowing Steven John all these years was a special gift. I can remember him coming to Andy''s house and playing. Andy loved Steven John (Andy always called "Steven John") and always talked about him. We are so glad they spent time together and were friends, and were in school together. I am sure they have been reunited and are smiling down on all of you.
— Ron & Kathy Symington, David & Sara Nuzzo
Robin I hope you remember me. I’ll never forget your great kindness for my brother Mike Wheeler. Please accept my sincere condolences upon the loss of your son. Mike would sometimes talk about him and their shared loved of sports. Mourn his passing to the other side and hold close memories of him. You and your family are in my daily prayers. Marsha (Wheeler) Keller
— Marsha Keller
Robin, Steve, and Family, we are so sorry to hear about Stephen...We will keep you in our prayers. God Bless... Mike & Sally Sposato
— Mike & Sally Sposato
Prayers for those he loves so dearly??
— Linda Platko
Sorry to hear of Stephen''s passing. I always enjoyed seeing him in school. Your family is in my prayers.
— Martha Rhodes
Robin & Family, I''m so sorry for your loss. You''ll be in my prayers.
— Anne Sweeney Holliday
So Sorry for your loss of STEPHEN. Prayers are for your family GOD BLESS.
— Linda Tyger
Robin, Steve and Lyndi,
We are deeply saddened by the news of Stephen''s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your families.
— Debbie and John Place
We are so sorry for your loss. Stephen always knew when someone needs a laugh or a hug. He will truly be missed.
— Katie Newbury and Scott Walker
Robyn and family,
We are so sorry for loss of Stephen. Julie loved him like a brother for so many years. She named her doll Stephen, 30 years ago and still has him. He was a great friend. Condolences for Julie and family.
— Julie Boyle and Suzanne
We are sorry for your loss, our condolences to all of Stephen’s family, you’re in our thoughts and prayers.
— Bill and Debbie Taylor
So sorry to hear about Stephen''s passing. Sending you prayers.
— Sarah Rhodes
Robin, so very sorry for your loss...keep your memories close to heart where they will be forever!!!as my son Rob has always said you have been a good Mother.....May God Bless you..
— Loretta Sampson
So very sorry to read this. Robin..you were an amazing Mother and my thoughts amd prayers are with you.
— Ellen Tingley
So sorry! We will certainly miss him. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
— Brian and Marcia Good
Robin & Steve. I am so very sorry for your loss. Sending thoughts and prayers to you both. RIP Steven. You will be missed...
— Pick Zimbardi
Robyn-
I am so saddened and sorry to hear of Steven’s passing. May God comfort you. I have many good memories of Steven.
— Lynn Lunn
I am so sorry to hear of Stephen’s passing. We had some fun times at school. My sincere condolences go to his family.
— Pat Durolek
We are sorry to hear of your loss.
— Stoney,Becky,Max,Michael Greenberg