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ERIC JACOBSON Obituary
JACOBSON
Oct. 11, 1948 – Sept. 8, 2025
Eric Steven Jacobson finished his course in faith on September 8, 2025, at home in Prescott Valley. He was born on October 11, 1948, in Oakland, CA to Oliver and Marion Jacobson. Eric married Susan "Suzi" Hollis in Berkeley, CA on February 3, 1974. They loved celebrating their fiftieth anniversary in 2024 in Prescott, AZ.
Eric is survived by Suzi and their family: daughter, Jennifer Jacobson; son-in-law, Evan Hlavacek; granddaughters, Ava Linn and Elizabeth Rene Hlavacek of Prescott Valley; son, Andrew Jacobson of Mesa, AZ; and sister-in-law, Cathie Linn of Prescott.
A memorial service will be held on September 20, 2025, at 11 a.m. at Prescott United Methodist Church, 505 West Gurley in Prescott, AZ. All are welcome.
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Familia Ponce Curlango
September 29, 2025
Dear Suzi, Jennifer, Andrew, and family. We share in your grief with the passing of Eric. We all have fond memories of our times together when you lived and worked in Imperial Valley sharing menudo, Easter Sunrise Services, and all the highs and lows that come from trying to make our world a better place to live and work. Eric was a great leader at Imperial Valley College, bringing or lending a hand to bring, transformative changes for the benefit of all; students, faculty, staff, administrators, and the community at large. We will offer prayers for him and all of you. Un Abrazo, Familia Ponce Curlango.
Sara Hernandez
September 19, 2025
Suzi I am so sorry to hear of Eric´s passing and send my deepest condolences.
Every time he would come into the office and stop at my desk he would walk in saying a little chant in Spanish! It was his way of greeting us and so every time I say it I always think of him. Good memories.
Rest in peace dear friend.
Linda McMullin
September 18, 2025
Eric was a valued colleague at IVC during my years there. Suzi and family, I am so sorry for your loss. Sending warm thoughts and prayers.
Rev. Gene Hill
September 17, 2025
"Well done, thou good and faithful servant!" Rev. Gene Hill, Helena, MT
Lori Lopez
September 16, 2025
I was fortunate enough to take classes by both Mr & Mrs Jacobson at Imperial Valley College. Eric's passion for history coupled with Suzi's faithful devotion made them more than educators. Together, their light magnified brightly. It was through them that I was first introduced to the Imperial Valley Interfaith Council. I am sad to hear the news of Eric's passing and grateful that I was able to experience his light. Sending love to Mrs. Jacobson & family.
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