Avon Acker, Jr. was born in Sulphur Springs, Texas on July 31, 1942, he departed this world on Nov. 12, 2026, reuniting with many long-departed friends and beloved family members. Funeral service will be held Monday, November 16, 2026 at 2:00 P.M., at Coker-Mathews Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor Jeff Bishop officiating. Visitation will be at 1:00 P.M. until service time at the funeral home. Interment will be at Memoryland Memorial Park.
He was preceded in death by his parents, A.C. Acker, Sr. and Doris Cleo Acker, a sister, Linda Nell Bishop, and a nephew, Justin Acker.
Avon is survived by his wife of 66 years, Beverly Ruth (Webb) Acker; two brothers and their wives, Glenn and Linda Acker of Greenville; and Lynn and Linda Acker of Troup; three sons and their wives, Troy and Tammy Acker of Lone Oak, Texas; Larry and Lori Acker of Marshall, Texas; John and Cindee Acker of Douglas, Wyoming. He adored and doted on his six granddaughters and seven great-grandchildren.
His many accomplishments include serving as a Greenville city councilman and being a founding member of the Greenville Youth Sports Association. He worked as a program manager at Raytheon for 37 years, managing many aerospace projects.
Upon retirement, he discovered a passion for writing and penned four published novels that are still available in paperback and on Kindle.
Avon was known for his devotion to his family, his kindness, his generous spirit and compassion for anyone needing a helping hand. He will be missed.