Ronald Jacobson
Sunday, October 7, 1934
Date of Death:
Tuesday, March 8, 2022
Age:
87 years old
Visitation
Date: Saturday March 26, 2022
Time: 9:30 am - 11:00 am
Location: River Park Chapel at Macken Funeral Home [ view map ]
Memorial Service
Date: Saturday March 26, 2022
Time: 11:00 am
Location: River Park Chapel at Macken Funeral Home [ view map ]
Burial
Location: St. Finbarrs Cemetery [ view map ]
Sunday, October 7, 1934
Date of Death:
Tuesday, March 8, 2022
Age:
87 years old
Sunday, October 7, 1934
Date of Death:
Tuesday, March 8, 2022
Age:
87 years old
Ronald Jacobson
Ronald Dean Jacobson, 87, of Rochester, MN, died, Tuesday, March 8, 2022 resting peacefully at his home in Rochester surrounded by his family.
Ron was born October 7, 1934 in Grand Meadow, MN to Anton “Tony” and Gayle (Wood) Jacobson. Ron attended Mower County Country School through 8th grade then graduated from Grand Meadow High School in 1953. He farmed with his dad until joining IBM in 1957 as a precision tool and model maker. After working at IBM for 37 years, Ron started his second career with Pemstar in 1994, retiring in 2013 and accumulating 56 years as a model maker.
On June 27, 1964, Ron married Kay M. Latourelle at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church in Minnesota Lake. The couple lived in Rochester until they purchased a farm outside of Rochester in 1968 where in addition to working at IBM, Ron farmed, and he and Kay raised five sons. After retiring from farming, Ron and Kay moved into Rochester in 2019 to enjoy time with his 10 grandchildren, 4 great grandchildren and Bella. Throughout his life Ron continued to build on his love of classic cars, adding to his car collection and participating in many classic car tours and shows until his passing.
Ron is survived by his wife, Kay; his five sons, Kyle (Marcy) of Rochester, MN, Paul (Alison) of Rochester, MN, Chad (Michele) of Commerce, MI, Randy of Zumbro Falls, MN, and Kurt (Cheryl) of Spencer, IA. He is preceded in his death by his brother, Richard, and his parents, Anton and Gayle.
The Memorial Service will be held at 11:00 a.m Saturday, March 26, 2022 in the River Park Chapel at Macken Funeral Home with the Rev. Msgr. Gerald A. Mahon officiating. Visitation will be held from 9:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, March 26, 2022. Interment will be held at a later date.
Memorial are preferred to either Mayo Hospice of Rochester, MN or Parkinson Research at www.michaeljfox.org/donate
Condolences
The family of Ronald Jacobson has received the following condolences.
Kay and family So sorry to hear about Ron I will miss him dearly at church it was always nice to run into Kay and Ron always had a smile on his face and we loved talking about cars we will all miss him I treasure the chance I had to get to know him
irv Keefe
To Ronald's Family,
Sorry for the loss of your loved one, he was a kind person.
Nancy & Bob Rogne
My condolences to all of the family on Ron's passing. Ron was my Dad's cousin. I remember when I was a kid people used to tell me that if I grew up to be half as nice as my Dad, I would be doing well. I am sure the same was said about Ron's kids - Ron was such a good, genuinely nice guy. Again, my condolences to all.
Dear Kay and Family,
We were so sorry to hear of Ron's passing. I had spoken with Carol Jaworski last week and she shared he was failing. Don and I sincerely express our condolences to you and your children.
Don and Karen Nagel
neighbors at Salem Meadows
My sincerest condolences to you, Kay and your 5 boys and their families. I have so many good memories of Ron while I lived next door to you. Ron was such a great man and I know he will be missed by so many. My heartfelt prayers for all of you.
I would like to extend my sympathy to the loss of your father. Kyle and Marcy, your memories can not be taken away from you. Hugs and prayers during your time of sadness.
jan Hanfn
Prayers going out to the entire family. You have our deepest sympathy. I know you will cherish the memories. He was a great guy many fond memories of him. Love Amy and Bryce Phelps
Ron was a very special guy and loved by many, he will be missed and we send our thoughts and prayers to Kay and family, a beautiful family.
Thank you Ron, for your great friendship and that beautiful smile, you will always be loved and missed.
”What is loved remains in the heart”
Love,
Larry and Marletta
Prayers going out to the entire family. You have our deepest sympathy. I know you will cherish the memories.