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Howard Jacobson Obituary

HOWARD FRANKLIN JACOBSON SAVANNAH, Ga. - Howard Franklin Jacobson, 85, died Friday, July 5, 2013 at Savannah Square under the care of Hospice Savannah. He was born July 6, 1927 to the late Paul and Elizabeth Harding Jacobson. Howard was a native of Rockford, Illinois and lived at The Landings on Skidaway Island for the past 26 years. He and his wife were charter members of Messiah Lutheran Church on Skidaway Island. He was a member of The Landings Club where he loved to play golf with his many buddies. Howard served as a SEABEE in the U.S. Navy from 1946-1952. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his son, Daniel Howard Jacobson, and his two brothers, Stanton Hall Jacobson, and Russell Harding Jacobson. Howard is survived by his wife of 60 years, Joan Griffey Jacobson, of Savannah, daughter and son-in-law, Beth and Randall Inhulsen, of Fayetteville, GA, grandchildren, Bradley Keller, Holly Inhulsen, Kailey Inhulsen, and Daniel Ryan Jacobson, and one great-grandson, Jayden Keller. A Memorial Service to honor his life will be 11 a.m., Wednesday, July 10, 2013 at Messiah Lutheran Church, One Westridge Road, Savannah, GA 31411. Remembrances may be made to Messiah Lutheran Church. Fox and Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel.

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Published by Rockford Register Star from Jul. 7 to Jul. 8, 2013.

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Linda and Ray Heinonen

July 11, 2013

Ray & I (Linda) will always remember the kindness Howie generated. I worked many years with him at Camcar-Detroit. You and your family have our deepest sympathies.

J Allyn Brown

July 10, 2013

Jacobsons
I am sorry for the pain that you are enduring at the moment. I am sure you will continue to recieve the needed loving support from friends who truly love you and loved Mr Jacobson. (Proverbs 17:17)

Malcolm Jackson

July 9, 2013

To Joan, Beth and the entire family, my wife Pat and I would like to express our sincere sympathy. I worked with Howie when he was at Wytheville and later at Southfield. A fun-loving and knowledgeable guy.

July 9, 2013

Beth I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your dad - your parents were both so strong and supportive when my dad passed 30 years ago. My heart aches for your family. Love, Tina Bubnar (Pedroso)

July 9, 2013

Beth, I am so sorry to hear about your dad's passing. I know all to well the feeling of grief of losing a parent. Your dad sounds like he was a wonderful man, and I am sure he is rejoicing in heaven right now.
Love you, Athena

Michelle Jacobson

July 9, 2013

Beth, Randy, Brad, Daniel, Holly & Kailey, I am so sorry for your loss. I realize there are no words that will take away the pain you all are feeling right now, but wanted to share my sympathies. Love, Michelle

Michelle Jacobson

July 9, 2013

Dearest Joan I am so sorry for your loss. I know there are no words to take away the pain you are feeling right now, but I wanted you to know I will be there for you if you need me. See you in awhile. Love, Michelle

Brenda Gates

July 8, 2013

Dear Joan, Beth and Family,
I'm so sorry for the loss of sweet and always funny Uncle Howie. His visits were always such fun. He will be missed. I love you and hope to see you soon. Love, Brenda

Bob Lawson

July 8, 2013

I would like to extend my sincere sympathies to Howie's family. We spent time playing together as kids in Rockford. Met him years later while we both called on Ford Motor, he with Camcar, myself with National Lock. Bob Lawson, Ann Arbor, Mich.

Camcar/Textron Retiree Group

July 8, 2013

Our prayers and sympathies go out to the Jacobson family

Dick Ppool

July 8, 2013

Howie was the ultimate salesman. Even not being in sales I learned a GREAT deal from him. Every time I play golf I think of Howie and his infamous line "My worst day on the golf course is better than my best day at work!" My thoughts and prayers go out to Joan and the family.

Tom Clikeman

July 8, 2013

I met Howie in 1969. He was the class of Camcar. He spent hours with me, teaching me about salesmanship. I have used those lessons ever since.
Thanks Howie, condolences to the Jacobson family.

Ernie and Sandy Thompson

July 8, 2013

Jonie we are so sorry of your loss of dear Howie. We are out of town but we send our thoughts and prayers to you and your family. Peace, Ernie and Sandy

Dale Schroeder

July 8, 2013

I met Howie in the '60's at Camcar. He was respected by many. A true professional salesman with a great sense of humor. My sympathies to Joan & family.

July 7, 2013

Knew Howie since 1957 when I first came to Camcar. He was a true professional and a friend that I enjoyed working with through the years. Our sympathies to Joan and the family.
Bob and Dorothy Ross, Winston-Salem, NC

Herman Stone

July 7, 2013

Howie epitomized professional salesmanship and was well respected by his customers and colleagues throughout the Fasterner industry..CamCar was a great company because of people that Howie mentored. My condolences to the Jacobson family.. R I P old friend..

Pat/Steve Udell

July 7, 2013

Our condolences to the family on the loss of one of the classiest CamCar men of our time. A great person, a great mentor, and a great salesman. RIP Howie and thanks for all your years of dedication to the CamCar family.

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