William Joseph Wackerman

Mar 16, 1966 -

Oct 16, 2025

William Joseph Wackerman, age 59, passed away on Oct. 16, 2025, in Anchorage, Alaska, from respiratory failure.

William was born in Wickenburg, Ariz., to Arnold George and Carolyn (Christison) Wackerman. He attended Bradshaw Mountain High School in Dewey and earned a bachelor's degree from Wayland Baptist University. Having been introduced by his uncle Teddy, William married Theresa Mary Klingele on Sept. 2, 1989, at St. Brigid Catholic Church in Liberty, Ill.

William had a varied and interesting career that included 20 years in the U.S. Air Force, oil field and civil services.

In his younger years he was active in sports with his children. William loved hunting and fishing. He loved sharing his cooking skills with family and friends, off-roading and spending time with his "girl," his beloved silver lab, Sterling.

His family described him as a one-of-a-kind guy that was always there for others. A resilient and stubborn, yet deeply caring man whose humor could lighten up even the darkest room. He taught his children to speak their minds with honesty, live life fearless of what others think and don't let barriers ever hold you back. He was their hero.

William leaves behind his wife, Theresa Wackerman; son and daughter-in-law, Peyton and Dana Wackerman; daughter, Shawnee Wackerman; son, Garrett Wackerman; mother, Carolyn Cox; brother, Micheal Cox; uncle, Ted Christison; father-in- law, Merle (JoAnne) Klingele; brothers-in-law, Steve (Joyce) Klingele, Dennis (Stephanie) Klingele, Dewayne (Kris) Klingele, Gary (Shelly) Klingele, Keith (Jamie) Klingele, Phil (Heidi) Klingele; and sister-in-law, Monica Mast, in addition to many nieces and nephews. He is preceded in death by his father, Arnold Wackerman; mother-in-law, Patricia Klingele; and brother-in-law, Kent Mast.

A visitation will be held at 11 a.m., on Nov. 1, 2025, followed by the service at 12 p.m., at Heritage Chapel, 9431 Luke Avenue in Anchorage, with Robert Henry officiating.

To honor William's memory, you can donate to the Salvation Army Angel Tree Program or The Gold Star Program.