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ROBERT JACOBSON Obituary

Robert Arnold Jacobson Robert was born April 12, 1944 in Tacoma, and passed away October 26, 2016 in University Place after several illnesses. He graduated from Stadium High School, worked for his father's hardwood flooring company, spent 22 years at various Safeway stores, and also spent 10 years at Boeing. Robert was a proud Vietnam veteran. He enjoyed making memories at his lake cabin, which he built for his family and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents Agner and Ruth Jacobson, and brother Raymond. He is survived by his wife of 45 years, Rebecca, daughter Christina Erickson, son Bryan (Amanda), and sister Judy (Bill) Welborn. He leaves four grandchildren, Ashley, Jessica, Ella, and Logan. There will be a graveside service on Friday, November 11, 2016, at 2pm at New Tacoma Cemetery, in University Place, WA. Guestbook at www.newtacoma.com.

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Published by News Tribune (Tacoma) on Nov. 6, 2016.

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Bradley Jacobson

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May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.

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