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Ben H. Jacobs Lansing Age 84, born January 17, 1925 in Lansing, MI to Benjamin and Pauline Jacobs; passed away on September 6, 2009. Ben is survived by his loving wife, Kathy, of 29 years; daughter, Anita DeWitt; son, Jerry (Renae) DeWitt; and two grandchildren, Jillisa and Kristina; and special friend, Dale Martin. Mr. Jacobs had been a resident of Lansing all of his life. He was a U.S. veteran serving in the Navy, stationed in Alaska. He also was a master craftsman when it came to working with wood. Kathy and Ben enjoyed traveling and had many fun trips together. Memorial services will be held Saturday, September 26, 12:00 p.m., at Gorsline Runciman Funeral Home, 900 E. Michigan Ave., Lansing with military honors to follow. Special thanks to Sparrow Home Care and Hospice, especially Steve and Terry. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to North Presbyterian Church, 108 W. Grand River Avenue, Lansing, MI 48906, or Volunteers of America, 430 N. Larch Street, Lansing, MI 48912 in memory of Mr. Jacobs. www.gorslineruncimanfuneralhomes.com

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Published by Lansing State Journal on Sep. 24, 2009.

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Mary Stephens

September 25, 2009

Ben was a auxillary father to me and taught me by example how to maintain a home. As a carpenter, he did work on Governor Milliken's home. His type of carpentry is a great loss. Ben's life was richer because Kathy was in it. They went on countless trips together, Alaska, Florida, and various points in between.

September 24, 2009

So sorry to hear about Ben's death. Kathy, I am in Boulder, Colorado right now helping my youngest two children (Chad & Farrin) settle into a condo we have here. They are attending community college out here for next years. I have been here since Aug. 1st and will not be returing for a while yet. Sorry, I can not come to funeral home. Just want you to know I am thinking of you. Ben was very kind.... Your cousin, JoAnn Forsberg

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