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Robin Jacob Obituary
Memorial Services: 2 p.m. Saturday at New World Methodist Church, 2201 N. Davis Drive, Arlington. Burial: Oakland Cemetery in Minnesota City, Minn.
Memorials: New World Methodist Church, 2201 N. Davis Dr., Arlington, Texas 76012.
He was born in Leicester, England. His family came to America in 1955, and initially lived on the east coast where Robin attended MIT Prep School. Then they moved to Winona, Minn., and he furthered his education at the University of Minnesota and Winona State University. He received his Juris Doctor from William Mitchell Law School in St. Paul, Minn. His legal career included a private practice in Minneapolis, Joe Robbie and the Miami Dolphins, Michigan-Wisconsin Pipeline Company, and the Associates Corporation of Los Colinas. He was a member of the Texas, Minnesota, and Florida State Bar Associations.
Robin loved reading, music, theatre, lively discussions with his "Lessons of Life" Sunday school class, and all sports. He was an avid tennis player and also spent years playing soccer and hockey. Robin was a kind and generous person who had unconditional love for everyone.
Survivors: Wife, Mary; and their children, Christopher and Victoria; his brother, Richard; sister, Christa; and many cousins, nieces, and nephews residing in both America and England.
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Memories and Condolences
for Robin Jacob
Dick & Kay Theurer
May 16, 2005
Mary & children - We are so sorry for your loss. We didn't learn of this until a couple of weeks ago. We hope all is going well for you and your family. Sincerely, Dick & Kay Theurer
Barbara Hanchin
November 1, 2004
Dear Mary, Vicky & Toffer - How sad I was to get your call Mary telling me of Robin's death. He was too young. I remember his quick wit and all that tennis playing and the Cranbrook Swim Club activities while you were in Michigan. My prayers are with you all as you carry on in life as he would want you to.
Megan Anderson
October 14, 2004
Dear Mary, Vicki & Toffer-
I can't tell you how sorry I am to hear of Rob's passing. When I think of him, I envision his smile proceeding a comment of keen wit. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Love, Megan
Phil and Miriam Williams
October 13, 2004
Dear Mary, We want to express our condolences upon the death of your devoted husband Robin. He has now made the transition from this life to eternal life. Proverbs 4:18 reads, "The path of the just is as the shining light that shineth more and more unto the perfect day." He was a just man as well as a man of justice. He is now in the land of perfect day! While we mourn his passing, we know that someday there will be a glorious reunion as we join the company of saints. May God comfort you and give you His strength during these days and in the coming years. Sincerely, Phil and Miriam Williams
Janet Scharmer
October 11, 2004
Mary,
Sorry to hear about your lose. Judy called and told me. My prayers are with you and your family.
Dee and Les Confair
October 10, 2004
Mary, Toffer, and Vicki,
We only learned of Robin's passing today. We are so sorry to hear this news. It is such a shock. We send our deepest sympathies and please let us know if there is anything we can do for you.
You are in our hearts and thoughts.
Rosemary Trietsch
October 9, 2004
Dear Mary,
I was so saddened to hear of your loss. My prayers are with you and your family at this time.
God Bless You!
Rosemary Trietsch New World UMC
Kay Dusenbery
October 8, 2004
Dear Mary,
I will always remember the kindness that both you and Robin showed me during my first year in Minnesota, taking me to plays and other events with you after Larry left for the Navy. Know that you, Toffer, and Vicki are in our thoughts at this sad time.
Kay and Larry Dusenbery and family
H.D. and Colleen James
October 8, 2004
Dear Mary,
We are so sad to hear of your loss.
Please know that you are in our hearts and in our prayers.
Much love to you,
Linda & Paul Kerpoe
October 8, 2004
Dear Mary;
We're very sorry for your loss. We'll always remember Rob's sensitive nature and the kindness he always shared. We'll especially remember how he made Kristie feel so comfortable when she visited here while awaiting her visa to Australia. Please let us know if there's ever anything we can do for you.
Sandy and Ernie
October 8, 2004
Mary,
We'll miss Robin, with his sense of humor and his readiness to help a friend. I always appreciated his willingness to give me lots of good advice when I was moving into the legal field and I'm grateful for that kindness.
Words don't fill the void left by the loss of a long-time friend, but we want you to know that our thoughts and prayers are with you, Vicki and Toffer and that we're always here for you.
Harvey and Diane Lewis
October 7, 2004
Dear Mary, News of Robin's death comes as a shock. We are sadden and wish we were closer to you to help.
Ruth Schwab
October 7, 2004
We are very fortunate to have known Robin for a long time and have always enjoyed his sharp wit and lovely English accent.
We are here for you Mary - you and your children are in our thoughts and prayers.
Phil & Ruth Schwab
Linda Wagner-Powell
October 7, 2004
We were so sorry to hear of Robin's passing. I have many memories of sharing our Thanksgivings with you all and listening to Robin's insights on life. He will be missed. I hope that time brings you some peace. Our hearts go out to you all at this difficult time.
Debbi Wagner-Johnson
October 7, 2004
Dear Mary, Topher, & Vicki,
I'm terribly saddened about the bad news of Robin's pasing. Of course, I've known him almost all my life from the time I was 3yrs. old. He always took my side on everything which I'll always remember with a chuckle. I recall he was the only one who watch the Stevie Nicks concert on HBO with me when we had Thanksgiving at your house one year in the mid 80's. He'll be missed greatly in my heart. I'm not sure I ever go to tell him I was so fond of him, but I'm sure my actions spoke loudly.
Mary, after all this settles down, we'll get together, and if you'd like help with something, please ask me.
With much love to you all.
Rodney Bond
October 7, 2004
I'll remember his good-natured discussions in Sunday School.
Dick & Grace Schwab
October 7, 2004
Mary, We were shocked to learn of Robin's death. You have our deepest sympathy. Ruth and Phil, and Judy, have kept us pretty well informed of Robin's untimely passing. Our friendship goes back a long ways.
Liz Maddox
October 7, 2004
Dear Sweet Mary my heart has hurt for you since I learned the news of your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers. I plan to be at Rob's memorial on Sat. May God give you an extra measure of strength and comfort. Love, Liz Maddox
The California Jacobs
October 7, 2004
Dearest Mary, Topher and Vicki,You are in our hearts and prayers. Love, Richard, Susan, Andrew, Oliver and Thomas
Merle & Linda Stuchell
October 7, 2004
Dear Mary,
Stuch and I and our family remember many wonderful times spent with you, Rob, and your family. Our memories remain precious as will our future times. The kids all send their love, too.
Patty Pendleton
October 7, 2004
Mrs. Jacob and Family,
I was so sorry to hear of Robin's passing. I knew Robin when he worked for The Associates. My prayers and thoughts are with you.
Sincerely,
Patty Pendleton
Maria and George Wagner
October 7, 2004
We have known you and Robin since the early seventies. We were there when Topher was born and remember looking at him through the hospital window with you and Robin. We have many memories of our times together with family and especially Thanksgivings. Robin was a special guy. We are so sorry. He will be missed.
Melissa and Neal Spence
October 7, 2004
Mary, You are in our thoughts and prayers. We will miss seeing Robin driving through the neighborhood and cheering for the Rangers at ballgames. We know he will be missed in many places.
Judy Kleinbach
October 7, 2004
Mary, I'm so glad that we spent a little time together this summer. Dave and I want you to know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. I will be in touch. Your friend since we were little girls,
Linda Terzolo
October 7, 2004
I remember the first time I met Rob, out at grandpa's farm as a child. It is sad to lose a soul we have known nearly our whole life. My brother Carl also sends condolences. May God be with you Mary, Vicki and Christopher. Love and prayers, Linda
Eva Buckner
October 6, 2004
Mary,
You are in David & my prayers during this time of your loss. May you feel the comfort of God holding you in his arms.
Jerilyn Falconer
October 6, 2004
Mary,
Jim joins me in saying that you and your family are in our hearts and prayers. We pray that you will feel God's loving arms around you in these dark days.
Walt and Donna Shearer
October 6, 2004
Mary,
We send our condolences to you and your family. We were only getting to know Robin through the Retirees' Group. We feel fortunate to have gotten a glimpse into his life.
In Christian Love,
Hannah Goolsby
October 6, 2004
Dear Mary,
Our prayers are with you and your family. Robin was so brilliant and honest; I admired his intellect, but also the relationship you and your husband shared. You always seemed to me to be very, very close. I hope you will feel God's tender mercies during this time of great sadness.
Regards,
Hannah and Roger Goolsby
Sheri Womack
October 6, 2004
I will always remember Robin with kind, gentle smile on his face. I don't think he ever met a stranger.
He will be missed.
sheri
Kathy & Richard Noren
October 6, 2004
We were so sorry to hear of Robin's passing. We very much enjoyed his insight and humor in Sunday school. Our hearts go out to you and your family, and you will remain in our prayers.
Mack and Jane Johnson
October 6, 2004
Mary and family,
Although we only knew Robin through our Sunday School class, we will miss him and his insight into our lessons. Our thoughts and prayers are with you in this time of great loss.
Barbara Duehn
October 6, 2004
Mary:
I am so sorry about Robin My prayers are with you.
Emily and Tom Landis
October 6, 2004
Dear Mary.....Tom and I were so sosrry to hear of Robin's death. We will miss him, especially at Retirees. You are in our prayers.
Love Emily and Tom
Wilma and Dave Hill
October 6, 2004
Our hearts go out to the entire Jacob family in their loss. We
will truly miss Robin and the lively discussion and insight he brought to the Lessons of Life class. He was one of those exceptional individuals who will always be remembered.
Chris Neville
October 6, 2004
My deepest sympathy to the family. I worked with Robin in the early 90's at Associates. He was always having a nice pleasant chat with us. So sorry for your loss.
Belinda Colberg
October 6, 2004
I am so sorry for your loss. I new Robin from The Associates. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Pat Wolschleger
October 6, 2004
I worked in Legal next door to Robin for 7 years and remember his stories about his "beautiful" wife and lovely children...Robin was so proud of his family. Robin enjoyed agitating management and did so until his last day with the Company. I have fond memories of Robin and extend my deepest sympathy to you.
Rev. Sharon Tuck
October 6, 2004
The family of New World extends our deep sympathy to you, Mary, and to your family. May God comfort, bless and keep you. Pastor Sharon
Peggy Petton
October 6, 2004
Mary,
My sympathy and prayers go to you and your children at the sudden loss of Robin. Please be reminded that "....those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength. They sill soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not be faint." Isaiah 40:31
Larry and Sharon Martin
October 6, 2004
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. We will miss Robin in Sunday School. He always added humorour insight to our sharing.
Mary Weaver
October 6, 2004
I am so sorry.
Darlus Schoonover
October 6, 2004
My prayers are with you as you deal with this sudden loss. I am so sorry!
Denise Curtis
October 6, 2004
My deepest sympathy to you and your family for your loss. I enjoyed working with Robin in the 1980's via the acquisitions and conversions end of business. Robin always had a joke for our group. Again, my sincerest sympathy for your loss.
Roy and Cathie Steele
October 6, 2004
Dear Mary and family,
You are all in our thoughts and prayers at this difficult time. Although we did not know Robin personally, we know he must have been a very special man because you, Mary, are one of the most humble, sweet, and dear women we know! Much love, Roy and Cathie
Jim Penson
October 6, 2004
My condolences to the family of a man who lived life fully.
Karen Robb
October 6, 2004
I worked with Robin for many years at The Associates. He was a great person and I am sorry for his passing. My sincerest sympathies to his family.
Ron and Ann White
October 6, 2004
We will always have fond memories of Robin's deep insights into the world around us from his viewpoint. When we needed a laugh Robin was always there to provide one. His love of tennis encouraged us to get out and get our needed exercise!
This special someone we loved will be missed very much!
Marca Lee & Jim Murray
October 6, 2004
We are so sorry.
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