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Maura Jacobson Obituary
Canandaigua: Nov. 1, 2008, age 54. She is survived by her adoring family: husband, Howie; 5 children, Grace, Gus, J. Henry, Rory and Gunther; mother, Elizabeth F. Curran; siblings, Craig (Donna) Curran, Elizabeth Curran (Robert Heahy), Sam Curran (Suzi Hastings); 2 foster daughters, Elizabeth Kim-Pak, Kristen Han; nieces & nephews, Natalie & Christopher Curran, Conor & Eleanor Heahy; her beloved pets: Teddy, her horse, two Newfoundlands and two donkeys. She was predeceased by her father, John M. "Jack" Curran in 1985.
Peggy gave so much of herself to others, sharing her instincts and experiences to help others gain confidence and understanding. She was passionate about all that life had to offer, particularly her children, nature, silence, simplicity, riding, hiking, spending time with family and friends, and especially her devotion to the students of the EquiCenter in Mendon.
There will be no calling hours. Her Memorial Mass will be celebrated TODAY at 11:00 AM at St. Mary's Church, 95 N. Main St., Canandaigua. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions to honor Peggy may be made to EquiCenter, PO Box 542, Fishers, NY 14453.
Her family would like to extend sincerest thanks to the radiation team at the Sands Cancer Center, RGH Chemotherapy Satellite Office at Linden Oaks, Jennifer Griggs, Wende Young, Tim Quill and the Ontario-Yates Hospice. A special thanks to Lise, Jen and Kate for your loving care. Arrangements are by Johnson-Kennedy Funeral Home, Inc., Canandaigua.
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Memories and Condolences
for Maura Jacobson
Deacon Dennis Lohouse
November 14, 2008
Dear Howie and family,
My condolences for your loss. Peggy had a way of looking past her own fears and pain in order to care for the family that she loved so completely! Her spirit, like a rock, was an inspiration to me and no doubt to those who were blessed to know her. In her last months, in the midst of her illness, she showed us all how to live and indeed how to die with grace. How wondrous a blessing it is to have known her.
May God's care and consolation be with you, Howie, your children and all who loved Peggy.
Katie Ensign
November 10, 2008
Dear Jacobsons,
I am so sorry for your loss. We will all miss Peggy's indomitable spirit. Her smile and her laugh will always be with us. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Love, Katie, Scott, Taylor & Ryan Ensign
Ellen "Hickory" Smith
November 8, 2008
Howie and Family, Your wife/mom was very special to us through her enthusiam and support for Equicenter. She will always have a special place in everyone's heart for her countless hours spent there as a guiding light for the Equicenter partipcants, families, and volunteers.
Sharon Gillick Sands
November 7, 2008
My heart is breaking for your family with the loss of Peggy. I will always remember her happy spirit and love for her family. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
T Bone Dalbey
November 6, 2008
Howie and family, and all the Currans,
I want to extend my deepest sympathy to you and your family. Like Joanie, I too have fond memories of our times at the farm in Naples, and Bristol. Peggy had such a bubbly, caring personality, and was always smiling! She will be missed, but not forgotten by all who knew and love her. My family is thinking of you all!
Though I haven't had the chance to see you in a long time, I still have the memories of growing up with you, and they are great memories!
Love to you all,
T Bone and family
Joanie Donahue
November 6, 2008
Dear Howie, Grace, Gus, Henry, Rory and Gunther:
It has been a long time since our families have connected, but I have such fond memories of you, Howie, and of Peggy and your ever-growing brood during our visits to Bristol. Peggy exuded an air of fun, happiness, warmth and love. I remember well my Dad teasing Peggy, and her wonderful laugh in response. She expressed a genuine interest in those around her, and it made you feel special. She will truly be missed in this world. I am sorry that I cannot attend the service tomorrow, but please know that I will be thinking of you all, and will take a moment at 11:00 to reflect on you all, and particularly on Peggy. To all of the Curran Family-Liz, Craig, Muffy and Sam-I am so sad for your loss, my thoughts are with you. Peggy was a very special person. Love to you all,
Joanie Dalbey Donahue
Melissa Burt-Kestler
November 5, 2008
I had the privilege to get to know the Jacobson Family many years ago when I babysat for Grace, Gunther and John Henry. I always knew from the first time that I met Peggy that I wanted to be just like her when I became a mother. She was amazing with her children.....so giving and loving. Being a mother was a blessing to Peggy as it is to I. I only wish that her time was not cut so short. We can all take comfort in knowing her. She will be an angel looking down apon us and may we take comfort in that. God Bless to all her family.
Robert(Dinsy),Conor & Eleanor Leahy
November 5, 2008
Peggy touched the lives of myself and my children in such a way that is beyond words. Each time we read "The Rainbow Gobblins" at bed time a conversation breaks out about Peggy and Howie. We will miss you dearly, but you will be in our thoughts and hearts forever.
Marilyn Konopka
November 5, 2008
My prayers are with the Jacobson Family. May you remember the strength and the power of the love the family has shared and will continue to share.
irka & alan
November 5, 2008
Peggy,
Your smile, your positive attitude and your fighting spirit will be fondly remembered. Our thoughts and prayers are with the Jacobsen and Curran families. XXOO
Jean & Bob Greaves
November 5, 2008
To Howie & His Family and To Lizzie
and her family I would just like to say how much we liked Peggy. The last time Bob & I visited Donna & Craig we came to visit Peggy. It was a sunny day in late July, and we were amazed at how beautiful she looked and the optimism she showed in spite of her illness. She inspired us to no end and our prayers are with your entire family.
Shawn and Jennifer O'Donnell
November 4, 2008
We will always remember our trip to your house to visit the animals and hike in the woods. You will be missed dearly and remembered fondly! Our thoughts and prayers go out to your entire family.
Jean Storie
November 4, 2008
To the Jacobson Family~
Please know that my thoughts are with you. I felt an instant connection with Peggy (and Gunther) from the first time I met her back at Brocklebank's barn. My relationship was mostly through the horse world. I always looked forward to seeing Peggy at the horse events and admired her smile and enthusiasm despite what she and her family were going through. She never complained. I will always fondly remember the last time I saw her. She was sitting on her lawn mower..having a "good" day, watching others riding on (and enjoying) her property on a warm sunny day. I'm sure she is galloping on a horse's back in heaven right now. I will miss her greatly. Jean Storie
Ellen Eber
November 4, 2008
Peggy was one very special lady. The memory of her enthusiasm, spirit, energy, and beauty will truly live on in all who knew and were lucky enough to have been touched by her. She will be missed greatly. My heart goes out to her family and my thoughts and prayers are with you.
David McGrath
November 3, 2008
Our last hike in Alaska... more beautiful with a Peggy Curran Jacobson smile...the memory remembers our special friend
Elizabeth Kim-Pak
November 3, 2008
I can't even begin to express the profound impact you had on my life during the 18 months that you and your family took me in as well as all the years I've known you. The cheerful smiles, the gentle nudges (or sometimes kicks in the butt) I needed to be the best mom that I could be, your generous hugs, the constant encouragement, support and meaningful advice that I share with my own daughter and friends today... I will never forget. You were steadfast in spreading your joy and love for life. It was contageous. And I can honestly say that much of the joy and happiness that I experience today, was learned from you. I didn't see you often through the years. Even still, I miss you, Peggy. But I will always celebrate your life in my heart of hearts because I was the one blessed by God to have known you and to have learned so much of life's secrets through your saintly example. Thank you, Peggy. Love you.
Steven & Colleen Herlehy
November 3, 2008
Dear Jacobson and Curran Family,
Although no words can help to ease the loss you bear, just know that you are very close in our every thought and prayer. May the peace which comes from the memories of love shared, comfort you now and in the days ahead. Peggy will always be in our hearts, she was a wonderful person who will never be forgotten.
Dick Wilson
November 3, 2008
Peggy,
Whiie deeply grieving their loss Liz, Howie and all of your family and friends will take great pride in the fact you made the lives of those you touched so much happier. You will be missed but your legacy of warmth, love, and caring will live on.
Reni Wilson
November 2, 2008
Hello everyone,
I am so very thankful to have know Peggy. In the short time that I knew her she always seemed to have nothing but optimism. She had a spirit about her as if nothing had the ability to bring her down, not even knowing she was going to die. I am thankful that I was able to say goodbye to her in person the last time she visited Eli. It was something that I had never done before and a visit I will cherish.
Love to the entire family. I look forward to seeing you all again.
My prayers are with you.
Love,
Reni
Maura Sykes
November 2, 2008
It is only fitting that Peggy ascended into Heaven on All Saint's Day. Peggy was an amazing woman and we will miss her. All our love to Howie and the children. Maura, David, Brian, Kevin, & Bridget Sykes
Chris and Andrea Anderson
November 2, 2008
Peggy,
Chris and I will always remember you as the lively and vibrant person that you were. The strength and courage that you showed.......
Our hearts are breaking for everyone in the family. We are extending our love to all of you.
Mary Rudat
November 2, 2008
Peg always refused to dwell on her struggles. Rather, she was quick to turn a conversation to inquire about others. She was strong and upbeat every time I saw her. She was and is an inspiration.
Mary R
Johann Mcgowans
November 2, 2008
Peggy
I will never forget the lessons of life I've learned thru you.
You are and always will be an inspiration in life matters to me.
I am a better person and mother because of you.
Thank you for just being you....Johann
Love from Raymond and the girls
November 2, 2008
My dear friend Peg - My life is better having known you. Thank you for sharing your beauty & warmth & family with me. May we all have just a ounce of your strength to carry us through not having you. I love you, suzi
November 2, 2008
i miss you sis
love sam
November 2, 2008
Dear Peggy
I miss my beautiful first child. You were such a wonderful & happy baby. I love you & miss you, Lizzy
I.C. and Cheryl Shah
November 2, 2008
No words can express the sadness and the compassion we feel for everyone in the Jacobson family.Peggy was a remarkable person who has left very fond and cherished memories for all of us who met her.Our love and thoughts are with all of you.
Lina Zulick
November 2, 2008
I enjoyed riding with you and Gunther and I will miss you very much. Whenever I rode with you you weren't scared of anything to do with teddy. Looking up to you made me a better rider.
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