William G. (Bill) Ackelmire passed away peacefully on Sunday, October 19, 2025 at St. John Hospital in Leavenworth, KS, after a short illness. Bill was born Feb. 22, 1951, in Springfield, IL to Fred and Mary Lou (Barber) Ackelmire. Bill earned his BS degree from University of Missouri. While at college he was a member of Sigma Phi Epsilon. He spent his entire career with JC Penney, retiring as store manager after 35 years.
Bill was married to Carol Asher. They later divorced. Bill married Beth Steitz Laudick on May 14, 2006, in Las Vegas, NV, she survives of the home. Bill and Beth enjoyed playing golf and traveling.
Bill is also survived by his children, Timothy Ackelmire, Kansas City, MO, Corey Ackelmire (Nathan Dube), Houston, TX, granddaughter Grace Dube, sister Cary Beasley, Springville, UT, nephew William (Bill) Beasley, niece Rebecca Beasley, great niece Conor. Bill was preceded in death by his parents, Fred & Mary Lou, and infant brother, Timothy.
At Bill’s request there will be no services.
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