Albin Jacobson

Albin "Jake" Jacobson, Jr., age 80, a resident of Siren died May 19, 2010 in Rochester, Minnesota. Jake was born on March 14, 1930 in Rochester to Albin and Dora Jacobson, Sr. He served in the United States Air Force during the Korean Conflict. He married Anita Thompson on June 24, 1950 in Rochester. Jake enjoyed being outdoors and taking in the wildlife. He liked watching birds, especially the bald eagles which are abundant in this area. He took time to go fishing, hunting and to play golf whenever he had the chance. Jake was known to be a huge joke teller, sharing jokes with anyone willing to listen. One of his favorite pastimes was sitting around the campfire with his family where many of those jokes were shared. Jake was preceded in death by his parents, his son Bill, brother Arlyn and sister Greta. He is survived by his loving wife, Anita; children Mike (Linda) Jacobson, Cindy Jacobson, Jeanine (Bob) Cody, Dora (Steve) Bauer; grandchildren Jon, Matt, Jenny, Josh, Bryan, Jeremy, Ashley, Emily, Jordon, Madison, and Billy; 11 great grandchildren and one more due in August; his sister Ione (Jerry) Jensen; and his yorkie, Babe; along with other relatives and many friends. Funeral services were held on Monday, May 24, 2010 at Siren United Methodist Church with Pastor Tom Cook officiating. Music was provided by Nancy Jappe and Mary Jo Bierman. Casketbearers were Bryan Jacobson, Jeremy Jacobson, Matt Jacobson, Jon Jacobson, Josh Bauer, Jordon Jacobson and Billy Bauer. Military honors were provided. Arrangements were entrusted to Swedberg-Taylor Funeral Home, Siren. Online condolences can be made at www.swedberg-taylor.com.