Jacob Boesen

1950 - 2022

Jacob Boesen
Born: April 21, 1950 in Rock Falls, IL
Died: September 27, 2022 in Arlington, VA
Jacob L. Boesen (Jake) passed away peacefully at the age of 72 on September 27, 2022 in Arlington, VA. surrounded by his loving wife and children, losing his short battle with cancer.
Jake was one of eleven children born to Kenneth and Helen Boesen, in Rock Falls, Illinois. He is survived by three brothers, Jim (Karen) from Sterling IL, Joe "Larry" from Rochelle, IL, Tom (Rhonda) from Indianapolis IN, two sisters Ann Boesen Marci from Bolingbrook, IL, and Teresa Davies from North Edwards, CA. He was preceded in death by his parents, two brothers Ken and Bill, and three sisters Mary Kay Zinanni, Joanne Boesen and Marian Boesen.
The epitome of a patriot, he selflessly dedicated his life to protecting our nation, serving over 53 years of combined military and federal service. Jake enlisted in the Air Force in 1969, serving 20 years on active duty, including one Combat Deployment to Vietnam, before retiring at the rank of Senior Master Sergeant in 1990. As a civilian contractor he provided over 30 years of service as a Counter-Terrorism specialist followed by operational support to the Global War on Terror. He contributed to some of the nation's most monumental successes during the War on Terror, formally recognized by the Intelligence Community with a Prestige Service Award.
Of most importance to Jake was his role as a father and husband. In 2007 he met the love of his life Monique, cementing their love for one another in 2009. He spent the remaining years of his life in true happiness pursuing his passions but most of all building memories with his loving wife, children, and grandchildren. He leaves behind his wife Monique, six children, Craig, Kelly, Jacob Jr. (Rebecca) Rhett (Nerissa), Evin, Stephanie, and four grandchildren.
A viewing service is scheduled for 15 & 16 October 2022 in Arlington, VA. Please see Facebook for the private group Jacob Boesen Memorial Details for more information. Funeral will be held in 2023 at Arlington National Cemetery, further details at a later date.
"People sleep peaceably in their beds at night only because rough men stand ready to do violence on their behalf" – George Orwell