William Howard Akerman

William “Bill” Howard Akerman, age 87, of Landenberg, passed away on October 30, 2025. 

He was the husband of Lydia Richardson Akerman, with whom he shared 64 years of marriage.

Bill graduated in 1956 from Kennett High School and served in the U.S. Army from 1961 through 1963. He served in the 81st Armored Division and was stationed in Fort Hood, Texas.

Bill worked for Galloway Electric for 42 years as an industrial electrician, and he helped his son start a business.

He was a longtime member of Landenberg United Methodist Church.

He enjoyed his cabin in Potter County, hunting, snowmobiling in Pennsylvania and Canada, traveling to Alaska and throughout many western states, woodworking in his shop, swapping stories with his friends, and joking with the Coffee Guys.

He will be remembered for his love for Liddy, Bill, Debbie, Ruthann and all his extended family, and for his pride in Bill for becoming an electrician and following in his footsteps. He will also be remembered for  his beaming smile, his gentle manner, and for his ability to do or fix anything for anyone and everyone.

In addition to his wife Lydia, Bill is survived by one son, William Akerman and his wife, Debra and one sister, Ruthann Vaganov, all of Landenberg. 

You are invited to visit with Bill's family and friends from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. on Thursday, November 13 at Landenberg United Methodist Church at 205 Penn Green Road in Landenberg.

A memorial service will follow at 11 a.m. 

Interment will be in Union Hill Cemetery in Kennett Square.