Janet Marie Ackert

Janet Marie Ackert (Grannie) 86, a resident of Arlington (formerly of Danby), VT passed away Friday September 17, 2021 at the Centers for Living and Rehabilitation in Bennington. Janet was born in Ludlow, VT on June 12, 1935 the daughter of the late Leon and Nellie (Kimball) Godfrey and attended local schools. She was one of 10 children. Janet worked at M.L. Ackert’s in Danby making wreaths and at Manchester Wood for many years. She was a member of the American Legion in Arlington and the Fraternal Order of Eagles in Manchester. She enjoyed camping, hiking, loved making wreaths, clogging, singing along to Willie Nelson while riding her motorcycle and she was the world biggest fan of the Boston Red Sox. She especially enjoyed watching her grandchildren play sports. Janet is survived by her children Doug Ackert (Kim) of Danby, Jeff Ackert (Lisa) of Granville, Allen (Ben) Ackert (Sue) of Danby, Tracy Holton (Ted) of Bennington and Tammy Brooks (Walt) of Bennington, brother Gordon Godfrey (Eleanor) of Middletown Springs, 9 grandchildren and 12 great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband William R. Ackert whom she married June 27, 1959 in Pawlet. A celebration of life for Janet will be held at the American Legion Post #69 in Arlington Saturday September 25th from 1pm-4pm If friends desire, memorial gifts in Janet’s memory may be made to the American Legion in Arlington or the Alzheimer’s Association, c/o Hanson-Walbridge & Shea Funeral Home Arlington Chapel P.O. Box 528 Arlington, VT 05250.