John-Jakubco-Obituary

Photo courtesy of Skaja Terrace Funeral Home - Niles

John Michael Jakubco

Jun 1, 1955 - May 21, 2025

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I never know what to say/write about these things. I am glad you and I had that one last conversation the other day John. Always loved you like a brother. Actually back in high school most people thought we were brothers. Like we talked about on the phone, thanks for being a partner-in-crime growing up. All the concerts we went to. All the "discounted" auto parts you got me. And of course we both turned 19 when they dropped the legal drinking age to 19 (and repealed it when we turned 21)....

All my life I have had great managers to work for. John was not an exception but a blessing for our team at Pactiv. I will never forget when he hugged me after I returned alive from a stampede at pilgrimage. Whenever we were low on IT resources, John would say ‘no’ to requests so he was known as Dr No. I wish I had kept contact with John now that I miss him. I pray that God gives the family and friends the patience to deal with the loss.

My sympathy goes out to Nancy, Allison, Jonathan and the rest of the family.
I enjoyed working with John at Helene Curtis and JP Morgan Chase. On days when things
were going well, I would hear John humming down the halls, and on days when things were going sideways at work, John would find a way to wrap some humor around the situation and get a chuckle out of everyone. As a friend John was always upbeat and fun to be around.
Rest in peace John.

Rest in peace John, you were great to work with. You help me so much when I started at Discover Financial services.

John was a great guy, always greeted with a handshake. When I was at the house, John showed me his wonderful woodwork shop. He was a real craftsman which I said was always my interest. He will be missed and may he rest in peace.

John was a wonderful person. Never a bad word about anyone. He was funny and just great to be around. He will be truly missed
He was loved by everyone.

John was a great guy went to St. Monica’s class of 69

John was always friendly and ready to talk on any subject.

May John Rest in Peace

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John JakubcoJune 1, 1955 - May 21, 2025Loving husband of 43 years to Nancy (Grand) and proud, caring father of Allison and Jonathan (Erin), whom he loved dearly and shared his love of travel, cars, movies and more with.John loved & admired all of his nieces and nephews & loved watching...

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