Larry F. Acker, 76, a lifelong resident of Rock Springs, passed away peacefully, Monday, November 3, 2025, at Huntsman Cancer Institute in Salt Lake City following a brief battle with cancer. Born on June 19, 1949, in Rock Springs, Larry was the beloved son of Alfred Acker and Anastasia Gecan.

Larry’s roots in Rock Springs were deep, and he was a proud graduate of Rock Springs High School, Class of 1967. Shortly after graduation, Larry enlisted in the United States Army, honorably serving his country during the Vietnam War.

On June 6, 1981, Larry married his soulmate, Donna Hughes, in Pinedale, marking the beginning of a beautiful journey shared for over four decades. Together, they cultivated a close-knit family, rich with love and shared experiences.

Larry found his calling early in l

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