Michael Farmer Ackerman

Michael Farmer Ackerman (July 10, 1938 - Aug. 16, 2012) died peacefully at his home in Warwick after a brief but intense struggle with pancreatic cancer.
Mike held a master’s of fine arts degree from Yale University and worked in theater for many years as a playwright, stage manager and director.
His original play, “Goldberg’s Kaddish,” was produced in 1995 at the Edinburgh Festival in Scotland to wide acclaim.
More recently, he worked at Campmor, where he drew on his love of the outdoors and cheered coworkers and customers alike with his easy manner and sense of humor.
He was politically active his whole life and known for his many letters to the editor.
He was also known at blues festivals throughout the Northeast for his uninhibited dancing.
He leaves behind his partner, Carol Hutchinson; his children: Josh, Noah and Rachelle Ackerman and Sandra Carey; his sister Judith Ackerman; four grandchildren; and many loving relatives and friends.
A memorial celebration of his life will be scheduled for sometime in the Fall.