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Douglas Jacobsen Obituary
Sept. 7, 1960 - Dec. 5, 2009
Ridgefield, WA resident, Douglas "Jake" Jacobsen, 49, and his brother-in-law, Richard "Rick" Streissguth, died in an automobile accident Sat., Dec. 5, 2009 in Montana.
Family members were traveling to acquire a new addition to their family's passion for restoring antique fire engines.
Doug "Jake" Jacobsen would do just about anything for the people he loved. Family and friends were the most important thing to him.
Doug made his home in the Ridgefield, WA area where he pursued many of his passions: restoring cars and fire engines, traveling with friends and family, and raising animals on the farm.
He graduated from Camas High School in 1978 and Carthage College in 2004, Magna Cum Laude, with a Bachelor of Arts degree.
Doug started his career with Snap-on Tools in the early 90's advancing to his current position as Business Manager. He would say, "Snap-on isn't a job, it's a way of life!" He loved the business and his extended "tool family".
He was a great husband, son, brother, and uncle-
always dropping whatever he was doing to help someone else.
Survived by his wife, Kay, of 24 years; mother, Pat and Ken Price; father, Gary and Marilyn Jacobsen; three siblings, Gary Jacobsen, Laura Hanning (Lance), Dani Clifton (Todd); step-siblings, Carrie Cramer (Paul), Nicole Wedel (Rob), Vince Cramer (Maria); nieces and nephews, Trent, Gina, Alyssa, Denali, Kenny, Nicole Eddy (Jesse), Jacob Hanning (Sunny), Mckenzie and Sage. Doug's in-laws include, Kay's parents, Dick and Marilyn Streissguth; brother-in-law, Steve (Kathy); sister-in-law, Jen; nieces and nephews, Brian (Lisa H), Lisa, Mackenzie and Jacob.
A memorial service to celebrate the lives of Doug and Rick will be held Sat., Dec. 19, at the Clark County Event Center, Clark County Fairgrounds at 1:00 p.m.
In lieu of flowers, donations to the Streissguth/Jacobsen Memorial Fund established for the children can be made at any branch of People's Community Federal Credit Union.
Please sign his guest book at: www.columbian.com/obits.
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Douglas Hancock
January 1, 2010
I'm so sorry for your loss,Doug was great person and my classmate. I have some great memories from years ago that will be cherished forever.Especially when a bunch of us went to The Little River Band concert.It was a helluva good time. R.I.P. Doug J.
Daryl Horn
December 27, 2009
To all the family,
It was a tough blow when I heard the news about Doug. It's been many years since we've spoken but while reflecting I realize what a big impact Doug had on my life. My heart goes out to everyone.
Murray's
December 24, 2009
A few years ago Doug shared a story with us at Christmas about how he had run across a vintage tensile Christmas tree. He knew he had to have one! He was excited about this great find he made, branches still in original wrappers, I believe it was still in the original box. I went home and started looking on-line to see what one looked like. Humm… kind of skinny, but it is shinny, reminds us of times gone by that we want to remember. Well, years later I found one! As we put it up earlier this month I remembered his enthusiasm. Our family will always treasure the memories we have.
Know that our thoughts and prayers are with you Kay, as well as with your family.
Todd, Peggy and Lindsay
Robert/Jean Boadwine
December 22, 2009
Kay,
Words have no meaning for you at this time but please know you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Gary,
Our thoughts and prayers go out to you also. May God be with you at this sad time.
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Amy Garrett
December 21, 2009
I lived in Alaska for many years, which is when Gary and Marily became my best friends. Through them I met Doug. A kind and special man. My sympathies to Kay and family, Rick's family. Prayers and thoughts will linger in my heart forever. May God be with each of you and give you strength.
December 21, 2009
Dec. 21, 2009
Dear Kay and Family,
We are sadenned to hear about the loss you all are suffering.
It is especially hard at this time of year. We are no stangers to loss and send our deepest thoughts of healing and care for all of you. Doug and I went to High School together and He was a great guy and I will miss him.
Sincerlery,
Mark A. Walz
Tina Mattis
December 21, 2009
Kay,
My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Deepest Sympathy,
Mitch & Tina (Murray)Mattis
Jamie Dotson
December 19, 2009
Dear Kay,
There are no words to convey the sympathy we feel for you and your family. We are so deeply sorry for your loss and hold you in our prayers.
Sincerely with love, Jamie (Burdick) Dotson
Merry Shipman
December 19, 2009
Dear Kay, I'm just a fellow classmate from high school. But I am acquainted with grief. I am praying for you, that you will be able to cling to Jesus when the waves of grief come. He is enough. Look at His face, and expect to see His glory. I can cry with you, as I am now. But He can turn your mourning into JOY! Much love, Merry (Stebbins) Shipman
Nancy Rogers
December 18, 2009
Dear Kay,
We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Doug was an exceptional man. He could always make us laugh. His love and compassion for his family was inspiring. Charlie and I have so many fond memories of our days living in Vancouver. I am so glad that we were friends. Please take care and know that our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. We love you!
Lenora Page-Saucedo
December 18, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with Kay and your family. I went to school with Doug and have a lot of very fond memories of him. He will be greatly missed!!
December 17, 2009
To Kay, I'm so very sorry. I will miss him. He was Rick and mine best man at our wedding and he was the BEST! My thoughts bring smiles as I remember Doug at our cabin back in the early 80's with the Gang. so grateful to have seen you guys.HE IS AWESOME!! love ya Ann Shope
Jim Fontana
December 17, 2009
To Kay and all the family,
Your loss has touched a lot of soules. Doug well be greatly missed an I'm sorry for that.He lives on in your thoughts and hearts Jim Fontana AKA Tuna.
December 17, 2009
To Kay and all the family,
Your loss has touched a lot of soules. Doug well be greatly missed an I'm sorry for that.He lives on in your thoughts and hearts Jim Fontana AKA Tuna.
December 17, 2009
So sorry for your loss....Leslie Davis
Beth Hancock Cross
December 17, 2009
Kay -- my deepest sympathies to you and your family. 'uncle Doggie' was a special person to my children. he will forever be 'a rocker, and a roller, too, baby !!' RIP, Doug.
Jennifer Ludwig
December 16, 2009
Kay,
I'm so sorry to hear of Doug's passing. He was always so nice when he came into the office. I could always count on him to be there, 10 minutes early, first thing in the morning! You and your family are in my prayers.
Jennifer
Dental Hygienist at Dr Lee's office
Sandi McQueen
December 16, 2009
Dear Jacobsen family,
With sincere heartfelt thoughts. I will always have fond memories of Doug, a very dear friend. My heart aches for you.
Sandi
December 16, 2009
Dear Kay, We are so sorry for your
tragic loss. We remember many good times with you and Jake both and are
heart broken for you.
If there is anything you need and we could help, please let us know.
Sincerely and with Love, Larry and Johnine Govin.
Debbie Renner
December 16, 2009
Kay, I am so sorry for all your loss. May the beautiful memories that fill your heart help to bring you comfort and peace.
December 16, 2009
Kay...we share in the sorrow of your loss. The memories we have of time spent with the two of you is priceless. As part of your extended family, we are here for you if you should need our help. Kerrie and Terry Anderson
Brent & Marsha Grabinger
December 16, 2009
Kay,
You and Jake are my oldest friends in the Portland area. You guys are also part of Marsha's and my family. I know this is hard for you as it has been hard on us as well. Everywhere we look, we see Jake. This is just so hard to comprehend. He will be missed, but, we will keep him alive in our memories. We have lost a brother, but, we still have a great sister.
Love, Brent & Marsha
December 16, 2009
So deeply sorry for all the loss The Donald Hetrick family and Leslie Davis
Sarah Berglund-Hemminger
December 16, 2009
Kay and Family.
I am so deeply saddend by the loss of "uncle Doug" My prayers are with you and your family and all of the friends. I have known Doug since the day I was born, I am so greatfull to have 27 years of memories.
Mike Eastman
December 16, 2009
Kay.... I'm so sorry for your loss!! Jake was always a good man and someone who I looked up to. I feel honored to have known him and to be able to call him my friend. All of my families love and prayers are will you.
Mike"Skippy"Eastman
sarah Berglund-Hemmigner
December 16, 2009
Kay, I am so sorry for your loss. There is no words to describe the sadness of loosing uncle Doug. I am glad I have 27 years of memories in my heart to keep me going these days.
Sarah Berglund-Hemmigner
Sarah Berglund-Hemminger
December 16, 2009
My deepest sympothy to Kay, and all who loved uncle doug. He is one of the most special people anyone could meet. I am glad that I got to enjoy him for 27 years, wish there could be many more.
Steve & Rosie Denbo
December 16, 2009
Kay & Family,
We will miss Doug, Rosie has known him since High School,a very nice & loving person, he will be missed by all who new him,our love goes out to you & yours and you are in our prayers.He will not be forgotten.
All our love & prayers,
Steve & Rosie Denbo & Jackie ,Too
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