Russell H. Jacobson, Jr.
November 7, 1946 - January 9, 2015
Russell Harold Jacobson, Jr., age 68, died on January 9, 2015 at home surrounded with his family. He was the devoted husband of Margaret Mary "Peg" (Johnson) Jacobson. Born in New London, CT on Nov. 7, 1946, he was a son of the late Russell H. and Marion A. (Odell) Jacobson. He was educated in CT and was a graduate of Norwich Free Academy, University of CT, Quinnipiac and Yale University. For most of his life Russell worked as a Pathologist, working at the University of Connecticut and later at Cape Cod Hospital in MA. He moved to Plymouth 10 years ago after residing in Avon CT for many years and more recently Harwich, MA. Russell enjoyed woodworking, archeology, boating and fishing. He was "Always in search of the big fish". He was an avid reader and was a history buff. He will always be remembered for his great sense of humor and quick wit. Besides leaving his wife "Peg" of 46 years, he was the loving father of Andrew and his wife Jackie of Simsbury, CT, Matthew and his wife Meri of New South Wales, Australia, and David and his wife Kristin of Plymouth. He was the beloved brother of Fredrick of Berlin, CT, Robert of Florence, SC, and Beth Champlain of Oakdale, CT. He was the cherished grandfather of Wyatt, Brody, Sam, Tilly, Elke, and Eli. A celebration of life will take place on Sunday, Jan. 18th at the Plymouth Yacht Club with visitation from 2 to 4 followed by a Service at 4:00 p.m. Cremation will take place in Vine Hills Crematory, Plymouth. Interment will be in the Massachusetts National Cemetery, Bourne. Donations in his memory may be made to the Town of Plymouth Veteran's Gift Account, 44 Nook Road, Plymouth, MA 02360. For online guestbook and donations see :www.cartmellfuneralhome.com
Funeral Home:
Cartmell Funeral Home
150 Court St.
Plymouth, MA
US 02360
Funeral Home:
Cartmell Funeral Home
150 Court St.
Plymouth, MA
US 02360
