Natalie S. Jacobson

Natalie S. Jacobson

92 years of age, long time resident of Indianapolis, passed away on December 2, 2015. Natalie was born in Chicago, IL on August 6, 1923 to George and Molly Schulman.  She was a graduate of Marshall High School, where she met her  husband, Daniel Jacobson. Natalie served as a WAVE during WWII and worked for Naval Intelligence. She and Dan married while both were on leave during the War.

They made their home in Indianapolis, where they were long time members of Congregation Beth-El Zedeck and Broadmoor Country Club. Natalie was a life member of Hadassh and National Council of Jewish Women and served as a past president of Beth-El Zedeck Sisterhood. She was instrumental in bringing Russian Jews to Indianapolis. Natalie was an avid golfer, playing well in to her 80's.  She played Bridge and Mahjong competitively. She will be remembered for her intellect, elegance and for her eloquent letter writing skills.

Natalie is survived by her beloved husband of 70 years, Dan; her children, Dr. Michael (Wendy) Jacobson, Bruce (Ann) Jacobson and Susan (Jerry) Kulak; grandchildren, Brian (Clair), Craig (Christin), Scott and Jeff (Adrienne), and 7 loving great grandchildren. Natalie was the eldest of three daughters. Her sisters, Roslyn Bernstein and Reva Bernstein, with whom she shared a deep bond, preceded her in death.

Graveside funeral services will be on Friday, December 4, 2015 in Beth-El Zedeck North Cemetery at 3:00 p.m. Memorial contributions may be made to Congregation Beth-El Zedeck, 600 West 70th Street, Indianapolis, IN 46260 or to Hadassah. The family wishes to extend their deepest gratitude to the staff at Morningside and its Memory Care Unit and the staff of St. Vincent Hospice for the exceptional care that was provided. Arrangements entrusted to Aaron-Ruben-Nelson Mortuary.