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Robert Jacob Obituary
He was born in Canton, Ohio and moved to Schylurville, N.Y. as a child. His family then moved to Fort Edward, N.Y.
Robert graduated from Hudson Falls School with the class of 1957.
He was predeceased by his parents, Ernest R. and Marjorie I. Jacob of Fort Edward, N.Y.
Robert entered the military as was a Technician for the United States Navy for 20 years and retired as Senior Chief.
Following the Navy, he was employed with the Navy Undersea Warfare Center in Newport, R.I., retiring after 26 and one half years of service in 2005.
Robert was a member of the Ledyard Sportsman Club. His hobbies included carpentry work, his model boats which he proudly displayed in their home, along with the ability to fix anything that needed repair. It was always said if one can't fix something, take it to Jake. His Navy buddies always said, they don't make men like Jake anymore.
He leaves his son, Paul Jacob of Griswold, along with two grandsons, Blaine Aaron Jacob of Griswold and Tyler Joseph Jacob Reissner of North Stonington; his aunt, Betty Lou Mathis of Latham, N.Y.; his beloved companion of thirteen years, Patricia Guyette Hensler and her family; and his longtime close friend, Mark Carlson of Griswold.
There will be three Navy reunions in May for the Submarines that he was aboard and will be honored with the ringing of the bells.
Funeral services and burial are private at his request, there are no calling hours. Robert will be buried at sea with his parents off the coast of Mystic at a later date.
In memory of Robert, donations may be made to The William W. Backus Hospital, www.backushospital.org.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Robert Jacob
s Coval
March 4, 2010
My deepest sympathies as Bob is accepted into the arms of God. My ask of mankind is that the males would man up as well as this man approached life.
He will reside forever in the hearts of those he touched.
Patricia Mckinney
February 25, 2010
There is so much to say about Bob; We will always remember Bob as the love of my moms life(Missy P). We thank you for opening your door to us. I just wish we could have spent more time with you! We will miss all the great words of wisdom " Lay down the law and stick to it!" We do truely miss you and Poppi. We were very fortunate to have you in our lives. You were a man of integrity, intelligence and had a big heart. You opened your heart to me and my big sister and our families. We will charish, the back deck, the beers, the great stories,and of course the meatsa meatsa Mystic pizzas. I could never have thanked you enough for the love you showed in restoring my grams table for me. We didn't all have time to say goodbye, but we know in our hearts that you knew how much we loved you! May you rest at sea, You will be deeply missed!
We Love you!
Keith and Patty (Missy P2)Mckinney
Xavier and Jason (2 ding dongs)
Valerie Arseneault
February 22, 2010
To Paul,Lisa,Blaine and Joanne I am so sorry to hear of Paul's Dad's passing. I never met him but I know he must have been a great guy by meeting his son and grandson who are great guys. I'm sure he is in heaven watching over you all. May he rest in peace.
Ginger Rodenhizer
February 21, 2010
What can we say about BOB? Or Sweet Robert as he laughingy called himself. When we moved to CT from FL he and Pat were the first to welcome us to the neighborhood and our friendship grew from there. He took pity on the stupid FL people and taught us to survive the cold. To spite his rough outwardly appearance his compassion and generosity were incredible. We would here the tractor coming down the driveway and it was Bob coming to visit with an Extra Gold Beer in each pocket for us and one in hand for himself. If you need anything Bob and Pat are the first to help. If there is one thing Pat can be reassured is that Bob loved and adored his Missy P. There will always be a place missing in our hearts and neighborhood. May you rest in peace SWEET ROBERT.
We Love You
John and Ginger Rodenhizer
Kelly Lord
February 19, 2010
Jake or "Chief" as we sometimes referred to him, will be greatly missed by myself and my little sister. I wish we had, had time to express to him how grateful we are for making our mom the happiest we had seen her in many years. I know she will miss you dearly and will be looking forward to seeing you again someday. You will always be dear to our hearts.
Love,
Kelly
February 18, 2010
I am sorry for your loss.
Erin VanLew
friend of Paul class of 1993
LEONARD CORMIER
February 18, 2010
Jake worked for me @ Nuwc from the being of his civilan carreer. He never once said in his 26 years no or I can't get it completed from the least signatent task to going to the North-Pole in the middle of winter with only a phone from me that he was need there ASAP! He truely had my blindsind side covered from day one! That is what a real man and friend DOES!
For that I say Aloha & BRAVO ZULU to my dear friend "JAKE"
LEN
Bob Thompson
February 18, 2010
I meet Jake in 1969, we served together on-board the USS Bluefish. I had the opportunity to inform him the day he made chief. We have stayed in touch ever since. I considered Jake my best friend. Bless you Pat for taking such good care of my friend and his family. Fair Winds and Calm Seas My Friend.
February 17, 2010
TO: PAUL,LISA&BLAINE,
MY HEARTFELT SYMPATHY ON THE BOB'S SUDDEN PASSING. MY HEART TRULY GOES OUT TO YOU, PAUL, SIMPLY BECAUSE IT WASN'T ALL THAT LONG AGO THAT YOU HAD TO SAY YOUR FINAL GOOD-BYES TO YOU BELOVED MOTHER. I'M SURE THAT YOUR FATHER WAS EXTREMELY PROUD OF THE TRULY
WONDERFUL MAN THAT YOU HAVE BECOME. YOU CAN BE SURE THAT HIS WONDERFUL LEGACY WILL CONTINUE TO LIVE ON IN YOU AND BLAINE. YOU CAN ALSO BE SURE THAT "JO" ALREADY LOVES YOU LIKE A "SON" AND SHE LOVES BLAINE LIKE A "GRANDSON"..SHE WILL ALWAYS "BE THERE" FOR BOTH YOU...AND SO WON'T I.
I'M HERE FOR YOU IF YOU EVER NEED ME.
"AUNTIE GAIL"
FRED PARLANTE
February 17, 2010
MY DEEPEST SYMPATHY GOES OUT TO YOU AND YOUR FAMILY ON THE LOST OF YOUR DAD, MAY GOS BLESS YOU AND YOUR ENTIRE LOVE ONES , MAY BOB REST IN OUR LORDS HANDS WITH ALL THE LOVE YOU AND YOUR FAMILY SENDS HIM. I HOPE HE MEETS MY MOM AND DAD AND THEY HAVE A GREAT AFTER LIFE TOGETHER.
Dan McCloskey
February 17, 2010
A salute to Jake. I'll remember the good times forever.
Joanne Lemay
February 17, 2010
Pat,Pauli,Lisa and Blaine, My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Bob, you were a wonderful man, who made me laugh every time I saw you with that "Hello Ma" expression statement of yours, I'll never forget that. I wish that we had a lil longer to get to know each other, esp. were our kids got married. Rest assured that I will look after and care for Pauli and Blaine as if they were my own.I only wish that You could of gotten to know our whole family, my family will keep Pauli and Blaine very close to us and be taken care of.
Love Mrs.Joanne "Ma" Lemay
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