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Joseph Jacobs Obituary

Joseph Alvin Jacobs

CHARLESTON - Joseph Alvin Jacobs, 89, of Charleston, IL, passed away at 7:50 PM on Monday, April 3, 2023, at his daughter's residence in Lawrenceville, IL.

Visitation will be held from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM on Friday, April 7, 2023, at the Edwards Funeral Home, 221 East Main St., Arcola, IL. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 AM on Saturday, April 8, 2023, at the Edwards Funeral Home. Burial will be in the Cartwright Cemetery in rural Tuscola, IL.

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Published by Decatur Herald & Review on Apr. 6, 2023.

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phil partenheimer

May 2, 2023

Sorry to hear of the passing of Joe. He was a fine fellow and will be missed by all.

James

April 8, 2023

Mark Hackleman

April 6, 2023

Mike it´s mark Hackleman sorry to hear about ur Dad

James Ishcomer

April 6, 2023

I'm so sorry to see this and your family loss. Joe was a good friend and co-worker on the railroad. We always had a good laugh or two, I truly doubt Joe had anyone who didn't like him. My condolences to Joe's family and loved ones.RIP my friend!

Ladena Lambert

April 5, 2023

My condolences to the family. I know Cierra spoke highly of her grandpa and loved him very much!

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221 East Main St., Arcola, IL 61910

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