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Ackerman, Al

September 13, 2017 by Rosa Underwood

 Al Ackerman

Sportscaster. Died at 90 years old on June 8, 2016.

Jeff Floyd, who worked closely with Al during Jeff’s career at WXYZ-TV says, “Please honor his last request… No Memorial Service… “Take Your Kids To A Ball Game.””

In The News:

  • Michigan Jewish Sports Foundation – Hall of Fame Induction Honoree

References:

  • Detroit Free Press – Al Ackerman Dies – June 8, 2016 (PDF)

Al Ackerman - Michigan Jewish Sports Foundation


  • The Axing of Al Ackerman

Al Ackerman

Al Ackerman

References:

  • The Michigan Daily – September 12, 1972
  • Our Name Has Sarcastic Roots, Thanks to ‘Acid Al’ Ackerman – April 16, 2014 (PDF)


  • A Great News Team – Circa 1980s at WXYZ
    Bill Bonds, John Kelly, Marilyn Turner, Al Ackerman
    Bill Bonds, John Kelly, Marilyn Turner and Al Ackerman

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