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CAPE ELIZABETH - Robert James Jacklin, 96, of Cape Elizabeth, died on Sept. 25, 2017, after a long illness. Robert was born on Dec. 24, 1920, in Staten Island, N.Y. to Claude and Violet Jacklin.
He grew up in New Jersey, graduating from Woodbridge High School. After high school, he married the love of his life, Ann Dilger.
Robert was a proud Marine and a veteran of World War II. He enlisted on Sept. 19, 1941, and saw combat in Okinawa and was part of the Occupation Forces of Japan. Sargent Robert Jacklin was discharged on Jan. 14, 1946.
He and his wife Ann lived in New Jersey and in Phoenix, Ariz. where Bob retired from many years of service with the city of Phoenix. He and Ann traveled in seven RV's to all 50 states, each capitol city, and parts of Canada, as well as Europe.
After a visit to Maine, he married a life-long friend, Sylvia Sodergren Carr of Cape Elizabeth on July 9, 2003.
Robert was predeceased by his wife Ann; his parents; and sister Helen Jacklin.
He is survived by his wife Sylvia of Cape Elizabeth; daughter and son-in-law Judy and Charles Creighton and granddaughters Elissa and Jeanine Creighton, all of California. Also survived by his sister, Doris Smith of Boone, N.C.; nieces Barbara (Jim) Bledsoe and Linda Church, nephew Ron Smith; life-long friends Jack and Roni Majzl of Prescott, AZ.
A funeral service will take place on Tuesday, Sept. 26 at 1 p.m.. at
Hobbs Funeral Home
, 230 Cottage Rd, South Portland. Burial will take place in Phoenix, Ariz. Online condolences may be expressed at www.hobbsfuneralhome.com
In lieu of flowers, donations in his memory may be made to:
American Cancer Society
Northeast Region
Cumberland Region
P.O. Box 476
Brunswick ME 04011-0476 or:
St. Ansgar Lutheran Church
515 Woodford St.
Portland ME 04103
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Memories and Condolences
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Teri
April 11, 2021
Deepest sympathies to all the family. Wonderful family memories were shared by Helen. Brother Bob was truly loved. This is Teri Swider Davies. Helen Hoefler Jacklin was a cherished friend. My children referred to Helen as Gramma Helen. I met Bob when he visited. Helen loved her nieces. I have cherished items Helen gifted to me when nieces were younger. They should be with family. Please contact me. I have been trying to find family for years. Thantique @aol.com
Ron Smith
September 26, 2017
I was saddened to hear of Bobs passing. He was a true friend and uncle of mine. Being a Marine and all the travelling he did, he always had alot to talk about. I remember the time when I helped him drive back to Arizona from North Carolina after visiting with his sister. I will always remember him. My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May you memories bring you comfort.
Vickie Carroll
September 26, 2017
So sad to hear about Bobs passing he was a very special man that I thought the world of. Prayers for all the family and friends. Love to all
September 26, 2017
I'm so sorry for your loss. May the God of all comfort, bring comfort to the Jacklin family during these difficult times.
(2 Corin.1:3,4)
September 26, 2017
Another from the 'Greatest Generation' in God's care.
Thank you for your service.
Rachel Ennis
September 25, 2017
I had the pleasure of meeting Papa. I even cooked him a steak! I remember him to be funny and opinionated but fair. We enjoyed that night of good food and good conversation. Love and hugs to all my Creighton family, and be at peace.
Jeanine Creighton
September 25, 2017
I pray you are at peace and know you rest in comfort. You led your life with conviction and fortitude. I know my passion for driving, love of reading and traveling come from you. Thank you for all you did for Elissa and me, we are lucky to have had you in our lives. I remember so many afternoons spent swimming in Phoenix, exploring the desert and watching you build so many amazing things. I am happy I was able to have you and Syvie show me around Portland, ME which included - my first lobster roll, L.L. Bean, the Portland headlight and a visit to Eartha, the giant rotating globe. I will keep these memories and many others close.
I love you.
Rest In Peace- ❤
J
Judy Creighton
September 25, 2017
We will miss you Dad. I was so fortunate to have you in my life for over 70 years, your smile and advice always there for me. I am consoled that you had a wonderful full life to the end. Rest in peace now. I love you.
Elissa Creighton
September 25, 2017
We love you so much Papa and will miss you so greatly... You were such a good man and person and we were lucky to have you as long as we did. Thank you for everything you did for us and for your love and generous heart. We love you!
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