In Loving Memory of Sergeant First Class Sean Acker

In Loving Memory of Sergeant First Class Sean Acker

It is with profound sorrow and deep respect that we remember and honor the life of Sergeant First Class Sean Acker, a devoted public servant, a loving husband and father, and a respected member of the New Jersey State Police family. His untimely passing on February 4, 2026, due to a medical condition resulting from a work-related injury, has left a lasting impact on all who knew him and served alongside him.

Sergeant First Class Acker dedicated more than 19 years of honorable service to the New Jersey State Police. As a proud member of the 145th State Police Class, he embodied the values of courage, integrity, and selfless service that define the profession of law enforcement. Throughout his distinguished career, he demonstrated unwavering commitment to duty, professionalism, and the safety and well-being of the communities he served. His work within the Division Staff Section reflected his dedication not only to frontline service but also to supporting the mission and operations of the State Police with diligence and excellence.

To his colleagues, Sergeant First Class Acker was more than a fellow trooper—he was a mentor, a trusted leader, and a friend. He carried himself with humility and quiet strength, always willing to lend a hand, offer guidance, or step forward when duty called. His character, discipline, and sense of responsibility earned him the respect and admiration of peers across the New Jersey State Police and the broader law enforcement community.

Beyond the badge, Sean Acker was a devoted family man whose greatest pride was his loved ones. He is survived by his wife, Retired Captain Lisa Acker, and their two children. Together, they shared a life built on love, sacrifice, and mutual respect, united by a shared commitment to service and community. To his family, he was a source of strength, guidance, and unconditional love—a husband and father whose legacy will live on through the values he instilled and the memories they cherish.

The loss of Sergeant First Class Acker is felt deeply by his family, friends, colleagues, and all who had the privilege of knowing him. The New Jersey State Police family, along with the extended law enforcement community, mourns his passing and stands in solidarity with the Acker family during this time of grief. His dedication to duty, his service to the people of New Jersey, and his unwavering commitment to his fellow troopers will never be forgotten.

Sergeant First Class Sean Acker’s legacy is one of honor, courage, and service. His life reminds us of the sacrifices made by those who wear the uniform and the quiet strength required to serve with integrity. Though he is gone, his spirit lives on in the countless lives he touched, the colleagues he inspired, and the family he loved so dearly.

Rest in peace, Sergeant First Class Sean Acker.

Your service, your sacrifice, and your memory will forever be honored.