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Paul Jakoboski Obituary
Paul Franklin Jakoboski, TSSF, 65, of Coventry and New London CT passed peacefully on July 15th, 2017. He was born in Hartford, CT, November 12, 1951 to Iola (Mae Houghton) and Walter Jakoboski. Paul earned a BA degree in Philosophy from the University of Hartford. Paul's professional career in the Wire and Cable industry lead him to positions in Ct, Co and Ca culminating as a President of Victor Corporation in RI. Later in his career he served as Director of the Gemma Moran United Way Labor Food Bank SE CT, New London. He was a brother in the Third Order, Society of St. Francis (TSSF). He served on boards for many charitable organizations including the Homeless Hospitality Center in New London, F.R.E.S.H in New London. He was part of the community at St. Francis House in New London for many years. Paul's passion was sailing his boat, "Thin Place," named after the thin veil between this world and the next. He also served as Treasurer of Sea Legs, an organization bringing the joy of sailing to others. His most recent travel was to Iona, Scotland's "thin place" between earth and heaven. Paul is survived by his wife, Wendy (Hannon), and his step-children, who brought him joy, Josh Hannon, Matt and wife Jessica Hannon, Lisa (Hannon) and husband David Stargardter, Caroline Hannon, and Rebecca Hannon. His siblings include: Walter and wife Judi Jakoboski, Jean Jakoboski, Donald and wife Janet Jakoboski, and Philip and wife Linda Jakoboski and many nieces, nephews and friends. Calling hours will be held at St. James Poquetanuck Church, Preston, on Friday, July 21, 2017, starting at 5:00 p.m. with a Compline at 7:00 pm. A service will be held on Saturday, July 22, 2017, 11:00 am at the same church. Burial will follow at the Lebanon Cemetery, Waterman Road, Lebanon. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to the Sea Legs, Inc., 19 Guthrie Place, New London, CT 06320. Please visit www.labenskifuneralhome.com to leave an online condolence for the Jakoboski family.
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Linda Surridge
July 23, 2017
I haven't seen Paul in 50 years but, he was someone I never forgot. He was a fine person and it was an honor to have known him . Rest in peace my friend.
Walter Hewitt
July 23, 2017
Paul Jakoboski is a dear friend and a former colleague from our days with the United Way. He was a man of honor and of integrity. "He did not need to ask what was right or what was wrong - he just knew." Not only did he know what was right, he would then work diligently to make it so. He believed in peace, and in social justice, and his work has touched many lives and truly made this world a better place. He was truly an instrument of God's grace. I am blessed to have known him, and to have him as a friend. I know he is now at peace and in the company of the saints that have gone on before him, but I will miss him dearly until we meet again. Rest in Peace my friend. Rest in Peace.
Richard Lathrop
July 22, 2017
Paul served as treasurer to Sea-Legs, Inc. for many years. I found his advice excellent on many matters, financial and otherwise.
More than that, he loved boats and sailing and responded enthusiastically to trips he took with Sea-Legs kids aboard Thin Place, his beloved sloop.
I will miss Paul. He has left the world a better place than he found it. His example serves to inspire me, and others who knew him, toward service, toward a greater humanity.
Richard Lathrop
jim hannon
July 22, 2017
I met Paul and new right off a good man was talking to me. I will always be grateful and very thankful he was and is the step father to my children. Whenever we got together we always shared in a real good laugh, thank you Paul. I am a very lucky person to have had Paul in our lives. God Bless you Paul. Jim Hannon
Emily and Arthur Lerner
July 21, 2017
Paul was a very special person to us both, as a unique individual and as important part of our extended community and the FRESH Family.
FRESH New London was born out of relationships centered at Saint Francis House. And in every node of the emerging network was Paul Jacoboski. In 2004, when I needed a place to sit and write the first grant, I was given a desk on the floor of the Food Center. Paul was all about the vision: he was the advisor who asked where the work was going, where it would be in five years, where I wanted to be personally in ten. And he was a visionary: as Executive Director of the Gemma Moran Food Center he gave us the private office while he sat out in the open office of the main floor. He was constantly building relationships and identifying opportunities to think bigger, to think differently, and to meet the need.
Paul was a distinct and inspiring individual- he engaged life, the opportunities and the challenges, with a sense of adventure, and humor, and with a commitment to spiritual growth. Paul Jacoboski enriched our lives personally and professionally. We are grateful to have known him.
Emily and Arthur Lerner, New London
7/21/2017
Sabrina Hagamaker
July 21, 2017
I will miss my Uncle Paul dearly. I loved going to his house when I was growing up because he would take me out in his small sail boat and teach me how to sail. He even let me bring it back to the dock one time on my own and I was so proud of myself that I didn't run it into the dock. I'm pretty sure he was nervous as was I. He always made me laugh at family gatherings. I will never forget all joyful memories I have nor will I ever forget him. I love you Uncle Paul and miss you very much. Love,Sabrina
Randy & Chantal Perigo
July 21, 2017
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Find comfort in knowing that Paul is at peace and is pain free. God Bless
Claire Reardon
July 20, 2017
Dear Wendy and Family,
I am deeply sorry for your loss. Paul was such a remarkable human being! Paul and I were fellow F.R.E.S.H. advisory board members and I feel luck to have crossed paths with such a kind and gentle soul. I will cherish his memory.
Wishing you peace,
Claire Reardon
Mark & Lori Tollmann
July 19, 2017
Our thoughts & prayers are with you during this difficult time.
(-=< Ray n' Mindy Hamilton >=-)
July 19, 2017
Dear Wendy and the impressive circle of Paul's family n' friends,
I've known and associated with Paul over the course of many years, though casually. First met him as Gemma Moran Center was just getting a footing in its current location...late 90's maybe. Then I became associated with him, once again, as I attempted involvement with the Peace and Justice Committee at St. Francis House, at my neighbor, David's invite. How interesting his wife's name is Wendy; my impression of him was of Peter Pan...grown up! Must have been the ethereal nature of the philosopher in him...and more positive than most.
Understanding the hole left behind by someone so special...and loved, regardless the inevitability or forewarning, pray this helps some wee bitto allowenablethe grief! And this grief will comeand linger; indulge it because it is necessaryit is how God built usit reflects the measure of what you lostand I know that's much! Definitely keepin' y'all in our prayers that Christ hold you close in this trying time!
When my mother died, even after a years-long battle with cancer, I was shattered by the lossinconsolableshe was my mentor! BUT, "If your faith assures you she's in heaven, then what are the tears all about?!?" I hold eternity with God a precious, cherished, and hard-won prize...but...in the interim, the answer lies below.
SELFISH TEARS
(I EULOGIZE MY BELOVED MOTHER - MARCH, 1989)
Today we cry...must admit they're selfish tears.
You see...our faith assures your journey's done.
But it's not for you we mourn, at all, my dear;
It's for those of us you've left behind...alone!!!
We share your joy...share your happiness at rest,
Your painful fears now for forever stilled.
You've fought the good fight, passed the final test,
But you've left behind a hole that can't be filled!!!
So, until we each rejoin you some someday,
And, while your memory buoys us through those years,
We'll miss you...but continue on our way,
And, from time to time, we'll cry our selfish tears!!!
Ray Hamilton (c) March 19, 1989
Our sincerest condolences and loving prayers,
Janet Malloy
July 19, 2017
We, Boating on the Thames, certainly knew how important the Sail Boat "is" to Paul. We will miss his visits.
Kathleen
July 18, 2017
Honored to have known such a wonderful man. Thoughts are with you.
Debbie Enzor
July 18, 2017
So very sad to hear about Paul's passing. May you find comfort in the memories and the joy he brought into your lives. Wishing you strength and peace in the coming days ahead. You are in my prayers. God Bless you all.
Debbie Lemire
July 17, 2017
So very sorry for your loss. Thoughts and prayers go out to you all.
Susan Walker
July 17, 2017
We are very sad for your loss. Are thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Susan Walker
July 17, 2017
Thought and prayers to Paul's family. So sorry for your loss.
July 16, 2017
May God's loving kindness and comfort help you and your family through this very sad time Psalms 29:11
John Hatton
July 16, 2017
My condolences to Paul's family. Keep him close in your hearts.
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