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Ahren Jacobson Obituary

JACOBSON, AHREN, 83, of Louisville, died Wednesday. He was a graduate of City College of New York (NY) and Brooklyn (NY) Polytech and a retired professor of radiation physics at the University of Louisville. He was a member of the American Association of Physicists in Medicine and a member of the board of directors from 1974-1975. He also was a member of the Health Physics Society and president of its Bluegrass Chapter from 1981-1982 and 1985-19 86. He was also a member of the Kentucky Association of Science Educators and Skeptics. He was appointed to the Maxey Flats Advisory Task Force and Commission of Kentucky. He was a World War II veteran and a recipient of the Combat Infantrymen's Badge. He is survived by his wife, Patricia Norman Jacobson; sons, Leonard of Seattle, WA, and Daniel of San Diego, CA; daughters, Naomi Iaccarino of Benicia, CA, Ruth Shure of Glendale, CA, and Mary Jacobson of Burbank, CA; brother, Samuel Jacobson of Ellicott City, MD; and sisters, Yvonne Feldman of Mesa, AZ, and Edith Lama of Lowell, MA. Visitation will be from 2-4 p.m. Saturday, March 12, 2005, at the family's residence. A memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. Sunday, April 3, 2005, at Herman Meyer & Son, 1338 Ellison Avenue. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be given to the American Heart Association or to the Patton Museum.

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Published by Courier-Journal on Mar. 11, 2005.

Memories and Condolences
for Ahren Jacobson

22 Entries

Pat

June 7, 2005

Today is June 7 and soon it will be three months since Jake died. I've had many expressions of support and many stories told to me about Jake and his adventures, especially at the track or the gaming tables. I also hear from friends who didn't share that part of his life, and they are equally helpful to me in getting used to this life without him.

I just want all of you to know that I'm okay and he has a lovely spot in the New Albany Memorial Cemetery and his stone is already up. Believe it or not, the government had that job completed in about a month.

Hope all of you are well, and thank you for all the support. I'll post another message after the "Ahren Jacobson Memorial" day at Churchill Downs.

Pat

Bill Jacobsen

April 21, 2005

Our deepest sympathies for the loss of one of the kindest men I've ever had the pleasure of knowing. I will always remember his stories and infinite wisdom about horses, blackjack and the world in general.

His memory will always make me smile!

Douglas Weir

March 22, 2005

I wish to extend my deepest sympathies to Pat and her family. It was just in December that I met Pat and Jake while sharing their tour with the Battle of the Bulge veterans. I think back often and fondly on our engaging discussions and on Jake's stories from the past. I will miss him.

Zachariah Norman

March 21, 2005

Pat, Ruth, Mary, and the rest of the Jacobson family, my thoughts and sympathy are with you during these difficult times. My memories of Jake are filled with discussions of horse racing, blackjack, and Jake's endless supply of interesting stories. I will miss him.

Susie Stevens

March 21, 2005

To Pat, Ruth, Mary, and the Jacobson family, I extend my deepest sympathy. I remember Jake's support of our time together in the theatre, and his refreshing perspectives and lively discussion. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Will & Wanda Williams

March 18, 2005

Pat, Wanda & I extend our deepest sympathy to you and your family. We have lost a good friend and comrade. Jake & I served in the 50th Inf during World War II - we will miss him.

Jean St. Germain

March 18, 2005

Hello-

I met Jake many years ago when I started in our field. As you may remember he worked at Memorial Sloan-Kettering in his early career, and we still remember him.

We are sorry to hear of his passing and want his family to know that he is remembered.

Danny McClung

March 18, 2005

We here at UofL are saddened to hear of Jake's passing. As our first Radiation Safety Officer, he leaves behind a rich history of service to the University and his colleagues in the field of Health Physics and Radiation Safety. He will be missed.

Aaron Norman

March 17, 2005

Pat and family

I'm saddened of Jake's passing.I remember what a strong person he was. Whenever I saw him he had a smile and a story about a experience he had or a joke that made me laugh. My sincere sympathy

Pat Jacobson

March 17, 2005

I want everyone who signed Jake's guest book to know how much I appreciate your sharing memories with me and the family. I miss that larger-than-life presence in this house but it helps to know how many friends we have. Much love to all.

Pam & Brent Burkett

March 16, 2005

Pat and family, Brent and I are sad to hear about Jake's passing. We will miss him at the WWII reunions. So glad you both got to go to Luxembourgh and Belgium in December. Our prayers are with you. PAM & BRENT BURKETT

Elva Cipperly

March 16, 2005

Pat and family, I was saddened with the news as Jake was a special 50th INF friend. I will miss him at the future reunions but cherish the memories of years past. My deepest sympathy, Elva

Pat Jacobson

March 16, 2005

Thanks to all of you who have left a message. It's comforting to know so many people loved him, warts and all! He was a great guy whose absence leaves a huge hole in my world. Fortunately, I have good family and friends to help fill a piece of it. (And I sent this link to every one of you so we could share it.)

Love to all of you from Pat.

Barbara Fisher

March 16, 2005

Pat, I will always have Jake in my heart. I have wonderful memories of all the years that we have shared various experiences with Jake. He is greatly missed.

Brenda and John Frank

March 15, 2005

We are two of the fortunate people who have been blessed by the friendship of Aaron Jacobson for over 25 years. Our many wonderful fun days together and our continued relationship with Pat and the family will keep "Jake" alive in our hearts forever. He will truly be missed, especially when we hear "MY OLD KENTUCKY HOME" on Derby Day.

Ruth Shure

March 15, 2005

Dad sure knew a lot of wonderful people. It's been good to reconnect with so many in the days after his death. He will be sorely missed.

Angelo Ciliberti

March 15, 2005

My best Friend will be greatly missed but always remembered!Jake,Even though this will make your ashes swirl.I'm going to pray for you!

Kristin Dingman (Sigdestad)

March 15, 2005

Pat, Mary and Ruth,

I am so sorry for your loss. I remember Jake as such a fun person with a spunky sense of humor. If you remember, I got to work with him some at Frazier while I worked there several years ago. Even, then he always had a joke! I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers.

kathleen sigdestad

March 15, 2005

We will miss Jake. He was a good friend and a sweet guy. He will always be close in our hearts and memories.

Curt and Kathy

Gary Higgins

March 15, 2005

Pat and Family. The joy that Jake shared and energy he displayed on our tour gave me a great example of Americas Greatest Generation. I know you understand that. You will go on and live wonderful memories of his time on earth and the friendship we three developed.

May we always be in contact.

Have a glorious day. Gary

Mimi Simcox

March 15, 2005

Dave and I were privileged to call this dear man a friend. We live 3 doors down from him and Pat, so we were lucky enough to have him for a neighbor. I'm going to miss running into Jake at the mailbox and watching the UL games together. I truly believe he's enjoying that great "boat" in the sky. Mimi

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