James Acherman

Mr. Acherman (as I'll always remember him) was my Algebra II teacher and track coach at Darlington High School in the 1980s. While I didn't catch his dry wit much in the classroom, it was ever present during track practices and meets, and I came to appreciate it very much. Sending love and light to his family and friends.

I started teaching with Jim in 1986 and about the 3rd day I was there this guy came into my room with this gruff voice and said "just wanted to welcome you to Darlington." Then he says " do you have a tax shelterd annuity set up here at the school?" I said I don't even know what that is?? Jim says you just better get one and I don't care if you put $5.00-$10.00 or $100 a check into the annuity..Well when Jim tells you something you listened and you do it. Well my amounts increased over the years and thanks to Ach I had a nice little nest egg after 25 years. I always enjoyed coaching track with Jim--He was one of a kind--He told it like it was and didn't mince words.. My sympathies to the family--He will be missed--gruff but a heart of gold!!

My most sincere sympathy to all the Acherman family. Jim was the go-to person for questions regarding the history of Calamine and area. A good visitor and friend. May God grant you comfort and Peace

My Sympathy to the Acherman Family. Mr. Acherman was a great teacher and I can still picture him standing outside his door. Lori Zimmerman Murphy

To all the Achermans, I am so very sorry to learn of Jim's passing. He was the go-to person on anything related to the history of Calamine and area. Always up for a friendly visit and his slant on the subject. Both he and Shirley were good friends and I will miss him. You were fortunate to have had them as your patriearch.