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PETER K. JACOBS

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Start: 2026-01-24T16:00:00.000Z
End: 2026-01-24T18:00:00.000Z
Location: Morris-Johnston Funeral Home

JACOBS, Peter K. Age 83, of Southborough, died on Sunday, January 18, 2026, at Newton Wellesley Hospital. He was the son of the late Mathew L. and Charlotte M. (Cody) Jacobs; and the husband for 53 years of Frank Atkinson, also of Southborough. He was predeceased by his brothers, George Jacobs and Steven Jacobs. In addition to his husband, Peter is survived by his brother, Thomas Jacobs and his wife, Juleen, of Jefferson, NH; and many cousins, nieces and nephews. Peter graduated from Lincoln Sudbury High School in 1960, Mass College of Art, with a degree in graphic design, in 1965 and earned an MBA from Babson College in 1984. Peter was a kind and caring man, loved by all who knew him. He will be greatly missed. Visiting Hours will be held on Saturday, January 24, 2026, from 4:00-6:00 PM, at the Morris-Johnston Funeral Home, 40 Main Street, SOUTHBOROUGH, MA 01772. Burial will be private. www.morrisjohnstonfh.com

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January 21, 2026

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Natalie

January 20, 2026

Frank,
Jim and I are shocked to hear this news. I so enjoyed my infrequent chats with Peter. They were always quite meaningful. I hope your memories ease the sadness. With love, Natalie & Jim

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