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Matthew Jacobson Obituary
PAXTON - Matthew L. "Matt" Jacobson, 24, of Paxton passed away unexpectedly Monday, September 1st. He is survived by his parents, Robert E. "Jake" and Julie A. (Logan) Jacobson; his sister, Alyssa L Jacobson and her partner, Michael Doggett of River Ridge, LA; his paternal grandparents, J. Donald and Carole H. (Jacobs) Jacobson of Worcester; his aunt Laura A. Jacobson of Holden and several great-uncles, great-aunts and cousins.
He was born in Worcester and had lived in Paxton for the past 21 years. Matt was a graduate of Wachusett Regional High School and was a member of the varsity football team. He then earned his B.B.A. in Accounting at Hofstra University and later his M.S. in Taxation also from Hofstra University. Matt had been employed as a Senior Accountant for the firm of M. Love & Associates.
Matthew was larger than life. Carpe Diem was his motto, living every day of his life to the fullest. When entering a room he lit it up with his smile and swagger, always dressing "fresh". To know Matt was to love him. He was a kind, compassionate and sensitive young man who loved to laugh, play, travel; he enjoyed being outdoors and being surrounded by people. Matt loved animals and did his best to help every stray he found.
Matt loved life, sharing happy times over the years with his "brothers" and friends from Paxton. The connections made at Hofstra were strong and long lasting, He loved playing and watching sports; baseball, soccer, basketball, football, snowboarding, fishing, especially the Patriots, Bruins and Red Sox.
Most of all, Matt loved his family – the special relationship he had with his mom and dad, his beloved sister Alyssa "Tish" and her partner Mike; his grandparents Bubbie and Zaydie, Aunt Laura, Aunt Ina, Uncle Harris; his cousins Scott and his fiancé Sara, Michael and Monica and their children, David and Kristy and their children; and his "special little guy" Simba. Matt spent many happy years going on ski trips and camping trips with family and friends, who were like family to him, to Indian Head Resort, Cancun, Bermuda, Jamaica, Dominican Republic, Curacao, Madrid, Tenerife, California, Florida, Washington DC and traveling to Europe with the People to People program. He loved the beach and the water, enjoying many years vacationing in Harwich, boating in Newport, and fishing wherever and whenever he could.
Matt was so proud of his Master's of Science Degree in Taxation. He had just begun the job of his dreams two weeks ago. As a senior accountant, he was planning to study for his CPA. He was so excited to begin his new career and loved his new office, which to his delight had windows overlooking Worcester.
Matt's family loved him more than words can describe. There wasn't a day that went by that we didn't say "I love you" to each other. Our wonderful memories of family trips, meals together, days at the beach, parties at the pool, watching movies, playing cards and board games, impromptu dancing, playing with many animals and endless laughter will live in our minds and hearts forever. We were blessed to have Matthew in our lives for 24 years. Every day with Matt was a precious gift – one that he left for us to cherish and remember with pride and love.
Matthew will be missed forever but never forgotten.
His funeral service will be held Friday, September 5th at 11:00am in Our Lady of the Angels Church, 1222 Main Street (please meet at church). Burial will follow in Mooreland Cemetery in Paxton. His calling hours are Thursday, September 4th, from 3:00 until 7:00pm in O'CONNOR BROTHERS FUNERAL HOME, 592 Park Avenue. In lieu of flowers the family respectfully requests that donations be made to the Auburn Animal Shelter, 6 Millbury Street, Auburn, MA 01501 or to the Pancreatic Cancer Alliance, c/o UMass Memorial Foundation, 333 South Street, Shrewsbury, MA 01545.
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Diane Meystre
September 25, 2014
Julie
Janet loved to share wonderful stories about her precious grandchildren Alyssa and Matthew. All of the staff at Head Start felt like we knew your happy, adorable and out going Matt. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
September 18, 2014
Julie and Family:
There are no words to express your sorrow or our sadness for your loss. Know you are in our prayers and that you are not alone during this sad time. Linda and Henry Eknaian Auburn
September 17, 2014
So sorry I can't image your pain but I will always pray for you and your beautiful son I just have no words
Joyce Sadagnola
September 10, 2014
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. My sincere condolences. God bless you and your family.
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Dottie hargrove
September 9, 2014
My deepest and heartfelt sympathy to you at this difficult time.
May you find comfort in memories that never fade and love that never dies
September 9, 2014
Pray for God's infinite comfort and peace to rest on you and carry you through such a difficult time with the loss of your precious son. Karen (swift ) Mekjian
Wanda & Maggie WifeSavers Team
September 9, 2014
We are thinking of you and your family during this difficult time. Our hearts and prayers are with you. Our deepest condolences.
Neal Dempsey
September 8, 2014
My deepest condolences. Heartfelt prayers are with your family.
Laurie Raphaelson
September 7, 2014
So sorry for your heartbreaking loss. My deepest condolences. May your wonderful memories help you through this difficult time.
September 6, 2014
Dear Jacobson family,
So sorry to hear about the death of your young son Matt. Our daughter described him as a fun, extremely smart young man who had it all going for him. I can only say that I will pray for you all and that you gain strength from God and find peace in all the wonderful memories you created as a family! You had a beautiful obituary for your son Matt and it sounded as if his life was full, eventful and fun.
Treasures the pictures you took and keep the stories alive and his legacy will live long in your hearts!!
A Family from Sterling, MA
Peter & Kris Gorman
September 6, 2014
Words can't express how truly sorry we are to hear of Matt's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Clara Diaz
September 5, 2014
my dear Julie and Jake, I am so so very sorry to learn of the death of your precious son. It's been many years since we've seen one another, but I've never forgotten those beautiful eyes of yours Julie. There are no words to make this hurt less, just know that you are not alone. Sending love and hugs, Clara Diaz
September 5, 2014
Dear Rob and Julie,
I remember coming home from work to all the children my mom had for day care and seeing Matthew with his arms out stretched waiting for me to pick him up. The way he gravitated to me always gave me a reason to get home quickly after work before you guys would take him home.
We tried to figure out why he took to me especially, maybe the beard etc. I now know that he had love for everyone and everyone loves him as much.
Sincerely and with
Deepest Sympathy
Matthew Cabana
Kara & Nathan Wiersma
September 5, 2014
Julie and family,
We are deeply saddened to hear of Matthew's passing. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Dana & Muriel Sanborn
September 5, 2014
May you know the srength, peace and comfort of God as you navigate this sudden & terrible loss in your family. May the Lord bless you and your family during this time of sorrow.
HIS Love & ours,
Cheryl Cabana
September 5, 2014
Julie, Jake & Alyssa,
Words, however kind, can't mend the heartache you're experiencing, but those who care and share your loss wish you comfort and peace of mind.
It's been so many years ago since we have seen Matthew and Alyssa. Matthew is in many of our home movies. I remember his quiet, sensitive nature, and the kindness in his heart, as he he played each day at Nana's pool on Ridgewood Road with Nicholas, Kyle and Grady.
May your memories give you strength and peace to carry you though. I am sure Matthew would want that for you all.
~~ The Cabana Family
Paula Rossik
September 4, 2014
Julie and family,
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Beth & Bill Couet
September 4, 2014
Dear Rob & Julie, please know that Beth & I have the both of you in our thoughts and prayers. We hope that your loss is comforted by great memories of him and the love of those around you. May the light in his eyes and his smile shine upon you forever.
September 4, 2014
I am so very sorry for your loss. My heart is broken for your family. Your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Peace be with you. With deepest sympathy~ Mary Casey,
Town of Auburn Teacher
Cheryl Cabana
September 4, 2014
Julie, Jake and Alyssa,
My thoughts and prayers are with your family and everyone who was touched by Matthew during his life. It seems like a lifetime ago on at Nana's house on Ridgewood Road; Matthew as a little boy in the backyard by the pool playing for hours with Nicholas, Grady and Kyle. I also remember him as a sweet, sensitive little boy with an infectious smile. Our deepest sympathy to your family on this tragic loss.
“What moves through us is a silence, a quiet sadness, a longing for one more day, one more word, one more touch, we may not understand why you left this earth so soon, or why you left before we were ready to say good-bye, but little by little, we begin to remember not just that you died, but that you lived. And that your life gave us memories too beautiful to forget.”
Joyce Gallivan
September 4, 2014
My deepest condolences, far too young. God bless all of Matt's family.
Kate Toomey
September 4, 2014
Julie, Jake and Alyssa,
No words can ever heal your pain. All they can do is provide some modicum of comfort, some solace in knowing people are praying that God gives you strength to endure. I remember talking about colleges with you as my son Richard was going to be an accountant as well as Matt. I don't know how or why things happen. I just know that when parents lose a child, it is inconceivable that it would happen at all. You are all in my prayers.
Christina Andrianopoulos
September 4, 2014
Dear Julie and family, It breaks my heart to hear of your son's passing. My son is 23 and just graduated college and starting a new chapter in his life. I couldn't imagine life without him as I know you are feeling this too. What helps me with loss is to know that our loved ones never really go away...they are with us in spirit from heaven and all we have to do is ask to talk and communicate with them. My prayers and thoughts are with you and your family. Love and Light Christina Andrianopoulos and family
September 4, 2014
As an Auburn resident, I am so sorry for your loss and will keep you in my prayers.
Judy Freelander
Jenny McDonnell
September 4, 2014
Sending my sincerest condolences to the Jacobson family.
Laura and Joe Scala
September 4, 2014
Our hearts are heavy with sorrow for all of you at this most difficult time. Joe and I are at a loss for words but can say we will be praying for you. It has been 12 years since we moved out of Massachusetts but remember all of you fondly. May God bless all of you. We are so very sorry for your loss .
With deepest sympathys
The Scala Family
Ellen Ganley
September 4, 2014
May the lifetime of memories shared with Matt soon begin to fill, in part, the incredible void left by his passing.
With deepest sympathy,
Lynn (Moore) Day
September 4, 2014
Dear Julie, Jake & Alyssa- I'm so sorry to hear of your loss. Know that my thoughts and prayers are with you.
Mick Mara
September 4, 2014
Dear Julie, Jake, Alyssa, Mike, Carol & Don , Laura and extended family and friends of Matt.
Just as words cannot express your love for Matt, they also cannot express how heartbroken we all are for the loss of Matt and for the pain you are going through.
Thankfully, you have each other and you will find a way through this.
Matt was a fantastic person and we will cherish every minute we were able to spend with him. So many great times!
We love you guys.
The Mara family
Kristen Pappas
September 4, 2014
Julie, Jake and Alyssa,
I am so truly sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Rosemary Scrivens
September 4, 2014
Julie,
It's so hard to find words to fully express my sadness for you and your family. It sounds like Matt was an absolutely wonderful person. The obituary was so lovely. My heart goes out to you and all who loved Matt.
Rosemary Scrivens
Kathy Sabina
September 4, 2014
My heart is heavy knowing of the loss of your child. A parents worst nightmare.
My heartfelt condolences. -
Larry Corbin
September 4, 2014
Dear Jacobson Family
My deepest sympathies for your loss.
Ed McNamara
September 4, 2014
Julie, My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this tragic time.
James Gallagher (WPD Ret.)
September 4, 2014
Dear Julie and Family,
I was very sorry to read of the passing of your son Matthew. The loss of a child is incomprehensible. May God and those close to you help you through this devastating time. You and he will be in my thoughts and prayers.
Beth Proko
September 4, 2014
Julie, I am truly so very sorry to hear this sad news. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers at this difficult time.
Neil & Fiona Hoare
September 4, 2014
We are so very sorry for your loss. We send our deepest condolences.
Michelle Petraitis
September 4, 2014
Julie, Rob and Alyssa - Jason and I send our deepest condolences to you during this terrible time. We will pray for your continuing needs. May God bring you some peace during this painful time.
September 4, 2014
My Deepest sympathy to all of you.
My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Anu Sudheendra
September 4, 2014
Carol and Julie-we are so so sorry for your loss--Dr. CallahanButler and Darlene
Pat Kalvinek
September 4, 2014
Julie & family,
I am so very sorry for your lost. My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this sad time.
Pat Kalvinek
Ginny and Gary MacDonald
September 4, 2014
Dear Jacobson family ,
May your memories give you comfort during this heartbreaking time. With deepest sympathy..
Beth Schalk-Pritchett
September 4, 2014
A life well lived with excellence and compassion is a blessing to any parent. To see it cut short is unspeakably difficult. We are so very sorry for your loss. God grant you comfort and peace in this time and in the years ahead.
Carol Foley
September 4, 2014
Julie, Jake, Alyssa, I do not know where to begin or how to express my heart felt condolences. Matthew was always THE smiling face in the crowd, stepping forward with a spring in his step to greet you with a warm hello and kind words. A Gentleman!! Wishing you peace to bring comfort, courage to face the days ahead and loving memories to forever hold in your hearts. Love, Carol, Colin & Alysse
Kenny,Chrissy, fairbanks
September 4, 2014
Julie, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this difficult time.
Dean Binienda
September 4, 2014
Dear Jake and Julie, my deepest sympathies, I am sure he made you so proud
Beth and Ron Prouty
September 4, 2014
Prayers for your family during this tragic time. So very sorry for your loss.
September 3, 2014
My heart is heavy knowing of the loss of your child. A parents worst nightmare.
My heartfelt condolences.
September 3, 2014
There are no words to express the pain and sorrow you are going through over loosing Mat. May you find strength in each other to help you through this. Our prayers are with you.
Susan and Renee Levenson
Robyn Brehne
LaBonte Family
September 3, 2014
Please know that our family is thinking of yours, and we will be praying for you. Our own hearts are heavy for your loss.
John Lynch
September 3, 2014
Are prayers are with you
john Taylor
September 3, 2014
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. - John Taylor and family,
John Fortin
September 3, 2014
I'm so sorry for your loss.
Haley Israelson
September 3, 2014
My heart aches for the loss of your beautiful son. May you somehow find the strength and peace to get through this journey. You could certainly tell how he was loved. May he fly with the angles. I will keep your family in my prayers.
Bill Markowitz
September 3, 2014
Jake, Julie , Alyssa , Carol and Don , Laura .. and extended family ... We are beyond sorry for all of you... May the support of family and friends and knowledge of everyone's feelings help you during these darkest days and beyond ... We extend our deepest sympathy ... Bill. , Lisannne , Jake , and Max
Linda Hammond
September 3, 2014
Julie and family: Sorry to hear of your sons passing. May The Lord comfort you. Mike & Linda Hammond and family
September 3, 2014
With our deepest sympathy, may your family share strength. There are no words to express how sorry we are for your loss, our prayers are with you. Marshall and Gayle Lieberman
Peter and Rona Spina
Sergio and Elyse Kostzer
Sandra Legasey
September 3, 2014
Julie and family,
I never met your son but I know he had to be special.There are no words to ever really say how sorry I am for your loss.It is every parents worst nightmare to suffer the loss of their child.Please know that we all care very much about you and your family and we are there for you.
Steve Simonian
September 3, 2014
Deeply saddened to hear about your son. My family and I wish to pass on our condolences to you and your family.
You are all in our prayers.
The Tatro family
September 3, 2014
We are so sorry to hear of you loss. We hope that you may find peace in knowing you are surrounded by love and prayers.
Deb Dubois
September 3, 2014
Dear Julie & Family,
I am so sorry for your loss, there are no words that I can even say at this time. Hopefully all your happy memories will help with the hurt and sadness your are feeling right now. I am praying for you and your family right now to get through this very difficult time.
keith chestna
September 3, 2014
Dear Jacobson family
I went to high school with matt and played football with him he was a good friend of mine we've had some fun times together but more than that he was a great person....I will have him and the family in my thoughts and prayers god bless..class of 2008 wachusett
Bob Goodell
September 3, 2014
Julie + Jake,
I'm shocked and saddened that your family has to go through such a terrible loss. So many people have you in their thoughts and prayers.
September 3, 2014
Jake, Julie and Alyssa, Michael and I are beyond sad. Matt was a warm, polite, lovely young man that we are very very happy to have known. You are all in our thoughts at this difficult time .
Pam and Mike Flynn
Audrey and Mike Marcy
September 3, 2014
We are so sorry. There are no words....
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you .
Pamela Moscatelli
September 3, 2014
Dear Julie, Jake and Alyssa, Words cannot express how deeply saddened we are by your loss. Please know that we are praying for you all during this extremely difficult time.
With Sympathy,
The Moscatelli Family
Bob Stodolski
September 3, 2014
Dear Julie and family,
My deepest sympathies and heartfelt condolences for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this difficult time.
Tom Ducharme
September 3, 2014
Dear Jake, Julie and Alyssa
I am deeply saddened to hear of your loss. I will keep all of you in my prayers and thoughts.
Jen Smaltz
September 3, 2014
Incredibly sorry for your loss. My thoughts are with your family. Hope your memories bring comfort in this tough time
Tom, D'Arcy, Ryan and Allison McCarthy
September 3, 2014
Jake, Julie and Alyssa, our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this incredibly difficult time. Matt was a great kid and will be greatly missed.
September 3, 2014
Dear Julie and Jake;
I am so sorry for the loss of your son Matt. Words can't express the deepest sympathy we feel for you. It's unimaginable the hurt and pain you are feeling at this most difficult time. Our thoughts and Prayers are with you and your family. May God Bless all of you.
Love,
Diane & Frank Morrone
Jody Kennedy Valade
September 3, 2014
Julie, Jake, and Alyssa, I am so very sorry for your loss..........
Linda Villeneuve
September 3, 2014
Dear Julie, Jake and Alyssa
I am deeply saddened by the news of Matthew's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during these difficult time.
He was such a great person and will be truly missed. I hope you will feel somewhat comforted in knowing that you couldn't have been more caring and supporting parents. His life was a blessing to all who had the privilege to know him.
Love Linda and Villeneuve Family xx
Brian White
September 3, 2014
Dear Jake, Julie, and Alyssa,
David and I are so sorry for your loss. You are all in our thoughts and prayers. We hope you can find peace in the wonderful memories of Matt and the fact that you are loved by your family and countless friends. Words cannot express the grief and sorrow we feel during this difficult time.
Love,
Brian and David
paul Bondi
September 3, 2014
My heart is broken as well MY prayers are for your comfort I hope you know I have wonderful memories of when we would gather,and he&I would go into the tv room ,and talk paul
Peter Belanger
September 3, 2014
I am at a loss for words, he was such a good kid and a great friend to my son Joe. I cannot imagine the grief you must feel and your family is in my prayers. God Bless You
Linda Villeneuve
September 3, 2014
Dear Julie, Jake and Alyssa
I am deeply saddened by the news of Matthew's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during these difficult time.
He was such a great person and will be truly missed. I hope you will feel somewhat comforted in knowing that you couldn't have been more caring and supporting parents. His life was a blessing to all who had the privilege to know him. Love Linda xx
Mark & Susan Maass
September 3, 2014
There are no words to express how sorry we are for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Jeffrey Lourie
September 3, 2014
Julie,
You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers... The Lourie family offers our deepest condolences...
Ed & Ellie Oleson
September 3, 2014
We are deeply sorry to hear about your terrible loss. You and your family will be in our prayers.
Anthony Petrone & Family
September 3, 2014
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Rich Gebhardt
September 3, 2014
Our Thoughts and prayers are with you all at this difficult time.
Cheryl Norrman
September 3, 2014
Dear Julie and Jake,
My prayers are with you in this most difficult time. Stay strong for each other.
September 3, 2014
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Pat Johnson
September 3, 2014
My deepest sympathy to all of you
My thoughts and prayers are with you
Michael Robidoux
September 3, 2014
Julie, so sorry to hear of your beloved son, may god be with you and your family. Prayers sent
Charlie O'Connor
September 3, 2014
Julie
My deepest sympathy to you and your family .You are all in my prayers at this tragic time.
Charlie
Mark and Julie Basler
September 3, 2014
We know that what you are going through right now is incredibly difficult, please know that we are praying for you all. Our most sincere condolences go out to you and your family.
Ed & Ellie Oleson
September 3, 2014
We were deeply sorry to hear of your terrible loss. We pray you can find the strength in family and friends to go on.
Stephanie person
September 2, 2014
Always remember pcs. My thoughts and prayers are with your family and friends.
Jim, Donna & Jordyn Beauregard
September 2, 2014
Our Thoughts and prayers are will you all at this difficult time.
Elaine Bruso
September 2, 2014
I can't imagine a greater grief than losing your son. Words can not express the sympathy I feel for you and your family during this difficult time.
September 2, 2014
So difficult to find the right words at this time. My deepest sympathy to all of you. You're in my thoughts and in my prayers! Regina M. Barnicle
Marci Toohil
September 2, 2014
I don't even know what to say. My heart is breaking for all of you. May Matt rest in peace and may you find some comfort in each other and in the people who love you.
Love,
Marci
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