Winnebago - David Jacobs, Sr., 62, of Winnebago, passed away Monday morning, August 6, 2007, in Rockford Memorial Hospital after a long illness. He was born March 28, 1945, in Manistique, Mich., the son of Karl and Irene (Benwell) Jacobs. David worked for Martin and Co., for 16 years and was a member of the Moose Lodge in Mt. Morris.
David is lovingly survived by his wife of 43 years, Juanita "Sue" (Starbuck) Jacobs; five children, Donald Jacobs, Daniel (Tina) Jacobs, Dennis (Pam) Jacobs, Donna Jean (Scott) Shockey andDavid Jacobs, Jr.; 16 grandchildren; four brothers, Fran (Jan) Jacobs, Ronald (Joan) Jacobs, Barry Jacobs and Kris (Shirley) Jacobs; two sisters, Joanie Brinker and Dolores (Joe) Smeester and many nieces and nephews.
David was predeceased by his parents and son, Dale Jacobs.
Funeral Information
Visitation is from 11:00 a.m., to 1:00 p.m., Saturday, August 11, 2007, in Genandt Funeral Home, 602 N. Elida St., Winnebago. At David's request, cremation rites will be accorded.
