Aaron Michael Sackett

Macken Funeral Home Memorial Photo
Date of Birth:
Thursday, March 10, 1977
Date of Death:
Wednesday, May 15, 2013
Age:
36 years old

Visitation

Date: Monday May 20, 2013
Time: 10:00 am - 11:00 am

Location: River Park Chapel at Macken Funeral Home [ view map ]

Memorial Service

Date: Monday May 20, 2013
Time: 11:00 am

Location: River Park Chapel at Macken Funeral Home [ view map ]

Macken Funeral Home Memorial Photo
Date of Birth:
Thursday, March 10, 1977
Date of Death:
Wednesday, May 15, 2013
Age:
36 years old
Macken Funeral Home Memorial Photo
Date of Birth:
Thursday, March 10, 1977
Date of Death:
Wednesday, May 15, 2013
Age:
36 years old

Aaron Michael Sackett

Aaron Michael Sackett, skateboarder, father, Frisbee golfer, brother, son, and loyal friend, passed away on Wednesday, May 15, 2013.

Aaron leaves behind his two “Wildflowers,” daughters Jacelyn (15) and Alice (9), his mother Patti, who taught him how to be good to others, and his father Joel, who fished next to him. Aaron’s sisters, Katie (O’Neil) and Kristen (Kunert), live on, still trying to solve the late 80s disappearance of his He-Man at White Water State Park.

 Rather than the latest gadgets, trendy jeans, or pampered vacations, Aaron was happiest with a loving soul next to him as he threw a favorite Frisbee disc. He valued soulful bike rides, a freeing skateboard coast, heavy metal music that’s misunderstood, originality, and most of all people, his people.

 What Aaron hated was liver (lee-veer), tomatoes, the sight of chewed gum on a dinner plate, and people sneezing on his food.

Rochester’s South Walgreens has seen skyrocketing sales in previous months as Aaron was the Midwest’s top sales associate, a job he thoroughly enjoyed.

 Aaron passed away in his sleep after having a seizure. He had a seizure disorder since the age of nine.

 To celebrate Aaron, his passion for living, and to share memories of him, please join friends and family at 10 a.m. at Macken Funeral Home on Monday, May 20th, 2013. Memorial services begin at 11 a.m.,  with Jane Day officiating, followed by a fellowship time to share stories and special moments.

 In lieu of flowers, the family asks that you make a donation towards a memorial bench at his favorite Frisbee hangout, Slatterly Park.  Any donations made beyond that will go to educating his budding “Wildflowers.” 

 Online condolences are welcome at www.mackenfuneralhome.com

Condolences

The family of Aaron Michael Sackett has received the following condolences.

One of my fondest memories of Aaron was the first time meeting him (and JP). It was at Folwell school, they were the first skateboarders we ever met outside of our own neighborhood. Both had shaved heads and matching white tank tops and were having the best time ever. I'll miss those late night conversations catching up at Hyvee or randomly running into you skating around town or hanging out at Board To Death back in the day.

Rest in peace brother

Joel and Family, my thoughts and prayers are with you during this time of terrible loss.  May the comfort of friends and memories of Aaron help you through.

Pam Draayer - Gonda 7

I work with Katie, and just wanted to extend my sympathies to the Sackett family.  God Bless his girls and his family, and may the memories of Aaron forever live on in your hearts.

Terri Anderson

Dear Kate, Willie and family,

Words cannot heal the pain of losing someone so dear!  Please know that we are sharing in your sorrow and lifting you up in prayer.  I will miss Aaron at the cashier/checkout at Walgreens.  He was so personable! May you feel God's grace of comfort all around you.  Keep your memories close to your hearts!

Our Sincere Sympathy,

Jim & Gaylene Ryan

Joel and Family-we are so sorry for your loss.  Words are inadequate; so know we are thinking of you.

Dear Patti, Joel and family I am very sorry to hear of the death of your loved one.  Your family are in my thoughts and prayers.

You have my sincere condolences.

In sympathy,

Peggy Landhuis

There will never be another Aaron Sackett.  He was truly one of the most passionate, loyal, intense, and fun-loving person I have ever met.  Aaron and I became good friends in high school.  We skated and hung out a lot through those years.  We lost touch after I moved to Kansas City in 1999.  It was so long ago but seems like yesterday.  I remember getting Jacelyn's baby photo right around that time as well.  I still have it as well as his senior photo.  

My heart broke when I heard the news Wednesday.  A few months back, Katie contacted me via Facebook to invite me to reach out to him.  On Wednesday morning, while on the road, I just started thinking about him; thinking about old times and his phone number that was in my inactive Facebook account.  I decided I would make that call.  I now know why he was on my mind and I regretfully won't get the chance to do that.  After I got the news, as sad as I was, I started thinking about all the times he made me laugh...which was all the time!  He always had me rolling...

My sincerest condolences to the entire family.  You're such a wonderful family that always surrounded Aaron with love and understanding.  He was an amazing person and will be dearly missed.  

 

Warmest Regards,

 

Patrick Winkler

Joel and family,Thinking of you during this time.  So sorry to hear about Aaron.  It sounds like he enjoyed life the short time he was here.  Love Hannah and Oliver Regal

Patti, words cannot tell you how sorry I am for your loss.

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family

 

Love Marlene Zielstra

What an incredible loss for all your family. Aaron always had a smile on his face and a kind word to say. You could tell how much he loved his family. Hold on tight to all those endearing memories you have of times spent together. It will help you get through this. You have been blessed. Now our loving God will be blessed even more. Our prayers are with all of you. Your friends in Christ. Earl and Nancy

Sackett Family,

I am so sorry to hear about the passing of Aaron. My family (Melissa Hughes (Matheson) Dan and Sylvia Matheson) and I have your family in our thoughts and prayers. Take Care.

So sorry to hear of Aaron's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. Eileen

We are so sorry for your loss and for the loss to all of is.  I still remember Aaron running around and exploring at family reunions.  We will always remember him in our hearts.  My God give you comfort and know that Aaron will no longer have to suffer the seizures that he has lived with for so long.

My thoughts and prayers are with all of you in this sad time!!! Hopefully he is looking down at all of you and enjoying Frisbee golf in the sky!!! I am truly sorry for all of your loss!!! God Bless all of you.

Sackett family,

I am so sorry to hear of your loss. You are all in my prayers and I wish you peace and strength during this difficult time. Please let me know if there is anything that I can do to help ease your burden during this difficult time. Aaron will always be just a memory away and you will see him again some day!  Blessings to you all, Mary Kaye

Katie and family I'm so sorry for your loss. You will be in our hearts and in our prayers.

I still can't believe it. I am so sorry for your loss.. I was super good friends with Aaron in high school and hung out with him all the time because he lived near me. Life got in the way and I hadn't spoken to him in years, but I always considered him my friend nonetheless and am shocked and devastated by this news. He was a caring and loyal friend who was always there for me during a very difficult period in my life. I absolutely adored his ridiculous sense of humor and I loved laughing with him. I am so sorry for your loss. I met his daughter when she was just a baby, and before I moved from Minnesota, and I know his wife and children must be going through such a difficult time. I always liked your family very much and I am sorry I can't be there to go to the funeral. He was a wonderful friend and a great guy. I was with him one time when he had a seizure while driving, but i never thought that it would one day take him away.. I am very sorry for your loss and I hope he is in a better place.. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Love,

Andrea

The last time I saw Aaron- not long ago- was while he was working. We chatted for a bit and he was so pleasant and had a big smile on his face. This is how I will always remember him. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family!

Nancy & Sam Doughty