Gary E. JAKUBOWSKI

Dear Jakubowski family,
While I never met Gary in person, he was a friend for over 16 years. I will miss him greatly.

Dear Jakubowski family:

I worked with Gary years ago at CME. He was a great person and we have kept in touch over the years through his various sports pools. We were so sad to hear of his passing. Sports season will not be the same without him. RIP Gary.

Dave and Kelly Huhtala

Mrs. Jakubowski, I was very sorry to hear about Gary. I went to school with him at St. John's and he and I worked on the school paper. Like so many others who have commented here, I remember Gary as smart, and passionate about sports. He was also very dedicated to his work on the paper. But what I remember most was his sense of humor -- he loved to laugh at the absurdities of the world. I hope the many memories that people are sharing here will bring you some comfort at this difficult time.

I have been an online friend of Gary's for over a dozen years. While we never met, we became very close. Every Christmas and birthday I knew my friend 'The Poolman' would deliver and his gifts were always so very thoughtful. I recently mailed him something, and when I did not get a response back I knew something was wrong. My heart breaks for you Mrs. Jakubowski as you have now lost two sons as well as your husband. Please know others are thinking of you at this no doubt incredibly...

Deepest sympathies to you Adele, May your memories bring you some comfort in the days and weeks ahead.

Sincerely,
Susie Hager

How sad upon learning this news. Gary was a classmate of mine every year from first grade through high school. I remember him being one of the shortest kids in class, but also the smartest! I knew he would be successful from a early age. So sorry for your loss.

Adelle - I really enjoyed meeting you, although I wish it was under different circumstances. I hope you are able to rest up now and reflect on your wonderful memories with Gary. I am happy I got to know him and I will miss all his wonderful support on my project at Ford. Be sure to check out Gary's Facebook to see the nice messages his friends have posted on there as well.

Please know that my thoughts and prayers will continue to be with you and the rest of your family. Take...

Mrs Jakubowski and Family. I am sorry for your loss. I went to Little Flower Elementary & St Johns with Gary. In fact I just received the notice today. It struct me with instant memories of his competitiveness on the cyo basketball. I believe his brother Dale coached us. He was always on top of academics as I recall ,but treated you with kindness. Even though High School was the last time I seen Gary, he has definitely left an impression on me. Especially after reading the entries from...