Norma J. Ackman
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July 15, 2022

Norma J. Ackman

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Norma J. Ackman

New Eagle
Funeral services were held for Norma J. Ackman, 84, of New Eagle, who passed away on Monday July 11, 2022, in her home. She was born in Union Township on Dec. 12, 1937, a daughter of the late Harry and Maria (French) Holzapfel. A 1955 graduate of Clairton High School, Norma went on to earn her degree in nursing from the Pittsburgh School of Nursing. She worked for many years until her retirement at the Rebecca Cuadlip tax and bookkeeping office in Pleasant Hills. Norma is survived by two sons, Edward Ackman of New Eagle and Michael (Shannon) Ackman of Elizabeth; along with several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband, Keith E. Ackman, who died April 19, 2020; three brothers, Ernest, Paul and Harry Holzapfel; and one sister, Helen Bibb. Interment was held in Mon Valley Memorial Park, Donora. MARSHALL MARRA FUNERAL HOME, 216 Chess St. Monongahela, 724-258-6767, oversaw the arrangements. Condolences can be made at marshallmarrafuneralhome.com.

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