St. Louis, Missouri
1935 - 2017
Jacobsen, James C., passed away after a brief illness on Saturday, July 15, 2017. He was born on May 3, 1935. He will be lovingly remembered as a diehard Cubs fan and a devoted husband, father and grandfather. He is preceded in death by his mother, Grace Seuss. He is survived by his wife, Dorothy Jacobsen; children, Jennifer Jacobsen, Pamela Jacobsen, and Roger (Betsy) Jacobsen; grandchildren, Ryan, Joshua, Derek, and Anna Jacobsen; sister, Lynne Suess; and many nieces, nephews, great-nieces, great-nephews, and friends.
Jim proudly supported many causes, including Boys Hope Girls Hope St. Louis, as well as many different colleges and universities that he and his family attended. He had a great interest in education and was a board member emeritus of Monmouth College (IL) and Maryville University. He was also on college panels at Missouri University and Calvin College.
His career brought him to Kellwood Company in St. Louis in 1975. In November, 1994, he was promoted to Vice Chairman. During his career, he was able to travel to five continents and also worked with the US Government on trade issues with Central and South America. In his retirement, he opened a discount clothing store with his daughter, Pam, in an effort to revitalize a deteriorating area in South St. Louis. For this, he was awarded with an Entrepreneur statue.
Services: Celebration of Life at the SCHRADER Funeral Home and Crematory, 14960 Manchester Road at Holloway, Ballwin, Thursday, 10:00 a.m. Interment Private. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Kilo Diabetes and Vascular Research Foundation or the Sherwood Forest Camp. Visitation Wednesday 4-8 p.m. Friends may sign the family’s on-line guestbook at Schrader.com.
Went to school with Jimmy in Highland Park, IL. Knew his mom and grandmother. We spent a lot of time together after school. Very fond memories. Too late to get back together. Goodbye Jim!
Ken Pierce
May 11, 2020 | Austin, TX
I just learned of Jim's passing and want to express my sympathy to his family. I have been away from St. Louis for more than 20 years but worked both for and with Jim many years. He was a good man, with a good heart and he will be missed by many. My God bless.
Rick Gluesenkamp
July 31, 2017 | O'fallon, MO | Coworker
I worked with Jim at Boys Hope Girls Hope St. Louis while he was our Board Treasurer. I've never met a more fascinating individual. He has lived in exotic places and met such incredible people. I never tired of hearing his stories. We shared the same political views as well as the same birthday. I will miss you dearly, Jim. God Bless you and your family.
Julie Newman
July 26, 2017 | St. Louis, MO
Jim was a Godly man and a privilege to have
known. He has been a blessing to all who have known him.
Dwight Prade
July 25, 2017
I am so sorry for your loss. May you gain comfort from our Creator's promise that suffering and death will soon end.
Pat
July 22, 2017
It was a pleasure to work with Jim at Kellwood. I learned a lot from him about leadership in the work environment, and always enjoyed my conversations with him about travel, family and golf. My condolences to the Jacobsen family.
Ted Williams
July 21, 2017 | St. Louis, MO
So sorry to here of your loss.I know few people I respect more than I did Jim.
Earl &Peggy Blackford
July 20, 2017 | O'Fallon, MO
Please accept my heartfelt condolences on the loss of your loved one. May God give you strength and comfort during this difficult time.
V S
July 19, 2017
I am deeply sorry for your loss, may the "God of all comfort" be with you in these difficult times. (2 Cor. 1:3)
Camila
July 19, 2017
