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Joseph Jacobs Obituary

Joseph E. Jacobs

MILTON - Joseph Earl Jacobs "Joe," formerly a resident of Milton, N.H., passed away peacefully with his family at his side at Rochester Manor on July 27, 2013 at the age of 81 after a period of failing health.

Joe was born in Rochester, N.H., on July 20th, 1932, son of Henry Norris Jacobs and Grace R. (Hersom) Jacobs-Nadeau where he resided until moving to West Lebanon, Maine.

He attended Nute High School in Milton where he graduated in 1950. After graduation he enlisted in the U.S. Navy and served for 4 years on the USS Forrest Royal.

He married his childhood sweetheart, Mary J. Ward of West Lebanon, Maine, on June 5, 1954. They resided in Milton all their married life.

Joe worked for Vachon Construction, General Electric in Somersworth for 27 years, the State of NH Military Academy and 20 year member of the NH National Guard.

He was a devoted friend of "Bill's" for over 31 years. He spent many of his later years helping numerous people with the struggles in their lives. He could always be counted on to lend a helping hand to anyone in need.

Joe spent many years enjoying camping at Westward Shores in Ossipee, N.H., with his family and friends. He loved spending time with his two grandchildren, as they grew. They were truly the loves of his life. Those who knew Joe have great memories of him.

He is survived by his wife Mary J. Jacobs of 59 years, one daughter, Denise (Jacobs) Brozeau of Milton, two grandchildren, Angela M. Brozeau and her fiance Mark Bushnell of Farminton, NH and Corey J. Brozeau and his wife Amber of Sanford, Maine. Several cousins, nieces and nephews and many close friends.

He was predeceased by his parents Henry Norris and Grace R. Jacobs, and his brothers Stephen, Roger and Robert Jacobs.

Family and friends may call at the H. J. Grondin& Son Funeral Home, 177 North Main Street, Rochester, NH, on Tuesday, July 30th from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. with a service to immediately following at 1 p.m. in the chapel of the funeral home. There will be a full military honors burial at the Holy Rosary Cemetery, following the service.

The family would like to thank all those who took care of Joe at the Rochester Manor in his years there. We all are eternally grateful that you cared so much for him, making this difficult time in our lives easier to bear. At the request of the family, donations are to be made to the Alzheimer's Association or Rochester Manor Activities Fund in Joe's memory. To sign the online guest book, please visit www.GrondinFuneralHome.com.

Visit www.fosters.com/obits for an online guest book.

Published by Foster's Daily Democrat from Jul. 29 to Aug. 1, 2013.
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Mary,Denise and family;So sorry to hear of Joe's passing, he was a great guy and I had the pleasure of knowing and working with him both at G.E. and at the armory in Somersworth . He will be greatly missed by all that knew him , and he will be watching over all his family and friends from Heaven above. God Bless the Jacob family.

Jeff&Betty Nadeau

August 4, 2013

Hi Mary,
I have been trying to reach you for a while. Ida and Claire and I had heard that you hadn't been well.
We were all at the Manor yesterday and Ernest told us about Joe's passing. Ida and I were so sorry to hear that news.
We know that this has to be such a tough time for you and Denise, but we also know tha Joe is at rest now. We will miss seeing you at the Manor and Claire is already missing her stuffed animal. She looked for it as soon as we went into the room.
Ida and I will keep you in our prayers and we know that God will comfort you and see you through this difficult time in your life.
We hope that you are getting better and that our paths will cross again someday. We miss you and love you.
Ida and John Andrade and Claire

john andrade

August 4, 2013

Denise, So Sorry for Your loss, He Sounds like a Wonderful Man

Robert McLaughlin

August 3, 2013

Dear Mary, Sorry to hear about your dear husband Joe. He was liked and had a great sense of humor. With a mother's named Hersom how could he go wrong:))

John & Sheryl Hersom

August 1, 2013

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July 31, 2013

Denise,
We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.

Ted & Linda

Ted & Linda Lyons

July 31, 2013

Mary, Denise and families, You have my deepest sympathies. This is a very difficult time but look to God for the strength to get through this. Stay in touch

Donna Pichette

July 31, 2013

To Mary & Denise,
Sorry for your loss my prayers and thoughts are with you at this time.

Linda (Cartier) Girouard

July 31, 2013

Mary and Family,So sorry to hear of your loss.I took care of Joe for several years while I worked at the manor,he was a nice person and had a loving family. May your hearts be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together.May God bless you at this time of sorrow and watch over you all. My thoughts and prays are with you all. Love,Nancy Annis.

Nancy Annis

July 30, 2013

Mary, Denise, & Family, We are sorry to hear of your loss. You are all in our prayers. Sincerely, Richard & Joan Nadeau

July 30, 2013

Our sincere condolences.

The Homemakers Health Services

July 30, 2013

Denise, Corey and Angela. I am truly sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Robin Monroe

July 30, 2013

Denise I am sorry to hear about your dad,I worked with him at GE for many years,always had many laughs with him and he also taught me allot .Joe was a good man that I will never forget
Roger

Roger Bisson

July 30, 2013

Mary, Denise, and family, may you cherish the wonderful memories you all shared together. Joe's spiritual journey has begun, and may you find peace in knowing what great love you all shared with one another. God bless you~

Cindy Doucette

July 29, 2013

Denise....I am so sorry to hear of your dad's passing. He was always good to me. I have fond memories of weekends at Westward Shores. Please contact me when you are able.

Kathy Gardner-Leighton

July 29, 2013

July 29, 2013

To the Jacobs family-Cornerstone VNA sends our deepest sympathy on the loss of Joe. Our thoughts and prayers go out to all of his family and friends.

Cornerstone VNA

July 29, 2013

To the most amazing man I have ever and will ever know. I already miss you more than my heart can bare when I think of you. I love you Papa with all my heart, and I cant wait to see you again. With all my heart and soul, Coco

Corey Brozeau

July 29, 2013

Denise,may you and your family find peace and comfort .My parents and I are deeply sorry.I hope in the coming days weeks and months get easier.,Love Bill

Bill Collins

July 29, 2013

Sorry for your loss Denise,thinking of you.Your Dad was a Great Guy! Barb and Brian

Barb Chick

July 29, 2013

Mary and family, I have such great memories of Joe, and your family growing up. He always made me smile, and his laugh was contagious. I will always remember that and hold him dear in my heart and memory. Sending you my deepest sympathy on the loss of this wonderful man.

Pamela March

July 29, 2013

So very sorry to hear of the loss of a wonderful man. Our hearts are with the whole family.
The Dore's

July 29, 2013

I'm memory of the greatest, most amazing, loving, fun, and charismatic Papa in the universe. Love Always and Forever, your 'Tweetie Pie

Angela Brozeau

July 29, 2013

Mary and family. Ron and I are so sorry to hear of Joe's passing , may you find peace knowkmg Joe is in the Loving arms of God. There will be another Bright Star in the Heavens now. God Bless you and your family.

Ron and Carol Perreault

July 29, 2013

I will never forget you Joe...Thank You so much for your help changing my life

Carl Valrand

July 29, 2013

I'm so sorry for your loss. I know that you all loved him deeply and that loss was returned completely.
Denise you and your family have my deepest sympathy

Diana Smith

July 29, 2013

My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time. God Bless. Mel

July 29, 2013

Dad, the last couple of days have been a blur, I miss you so much but know you are free of all your pain. I know you are looking down on all of us. Heaven has a new angel, My "DAD". I love you with my whole heart Daddy, till we meet again, keep an eye on us, okay. Your daughter Denise

Denise Brozeau

July 29, 2013

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Residents of the Rochester Manor

July 29, 2013

Denise I am very sorry to hear about the loss of your dad. Would you please get in touch with me -- i would love to hear from you. My prayers are going out to you. God Bless, Pudgy (Alice)

Alice Greenleaf

July 29, 2013

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