William W. Jacobson Jr.

Born: Mon., Sep. 17, 2012
Died: Sat., Nov. 17, 2012


Visitation

4:00 PM to 8:00 PM, Tue., Nov. 20, 2012
Location: Alexander Thomas and Sons Funeral Home, Walpole, MA


Mass of Christian Burial

10:00 AM Wed., Nov. 21, 2012
Location: St. Edward the Confessor Church


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JACOBSON, William W., Jr. "Jake Jakespeare" Of Walplole, November 17th, age 69. Beloved husband of Christine Wu. Cherished son of the late William W. and Katherine (Swiney) Jacobson of Bayonne, NJ. Devoted father of Maile Jacobson of Walpole. Cherished brother of Merrill of NJ, Paul (PhD.) of Iowa, Clifford (M.D.) of NY, Robert of NJ, Thomas of NJ, Honorable Mary Jacobson of NJ, Julie Jacobson of MD, Richard of NJ, and the late Jon. Also survived by many loving nieces, nephews, in-laws, and friends. Funeral from the Alexander F. Thomas & Sons Funeral Home, 45 Common St., Walpole, MA, Wednesday morning at 9AM followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at St. Edward the Confessor Church, 133 Spring St., Medfield, MA at 10AM. Relatives and friends invited. Visiting hours Tuesday evening from 4-8PM. Interment will be private at family's request. For directions and guest book, please visit: thomasfuneralhomes.com.

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Harry Graff
   Posted Mon November 19, 2012
Jake was more than a fishing buddy. We shared many smiles and outright laughs about the human condition. I will miss him.

Sandy Broyard
   Posted Mon November 19, 2012
Dear Christine and Maile,
I knew Jake through Sandra and John and flyfishing here on the Vineyard. Jake was a totally unique and special human being in every way and was always generous in sharing his passion about fishing. Such sadness to hear of his death
Prayers and love to you both.
Sandy

Bill Murphy
   Posted Tue November 20, 2012
I was at the International Fly Tying Symposium when I heard of Jake's passing. I can honestly say that many of us there were upset and distracted by the news.

I first met Jake about 10 years ago at a fly fishing show and we soon became friends. I could call Jake anytime I felt the need to talk or if I had a question or problem. He taught me a lot about the fly fishing business and the people associated with it. Jake's enthusiasm and zest for all things fly fishing will be greatly missed throughout the fly fishing community. I will miss his humor and wit as he was one of the good guys that I always looked forward to seeing.

RIP Jake,

Your friend,
Bill Murphy

Ken Markowski
   Posted Thu November 22, 2012
To Williams wife and family our deepest condolences to you all. I grew up with Tom, Robert and Richie but knew all Jake's family for many years. If you knew one Jacobson you were friends with the entire family for life. You knew the love for friends , family and living life to the fullest that they all possess. I'm sure everyone was blessed to have known William and that he will be greatly missed by family and friends.

The Markowski family

Robb Alexander
   Posted Fri November 30, 2012
Jake was a class act! Always took time teach a beginner and share his love and passion for the game. An amazing fisherman and an even better friend! Thanks for all the memories! YOU WILL BE MISSED JAKE!!
RIP friend,
Robbie

rene sehr
   Posted Sat December 08, 2012
We knew Jake through Alex Preston and flyfishing here on the Vineyard. We came from the Netherlands each year to fish the Vineyard and we made sure that we fished with Jake a few nights. He always came to our (Alex Prestons") house and brought us hot dogs and a lot of stories! One year he came to MV, just to bring me a rod. Such sadness to hear of his death. We will miss him
Rene Sehr
The Netherlands

jared
   Posted Thu December 13, 2012
Was very saddened to learn of Jake's death. Met him more years ago than I can recall, and whether we ran into each other at fly show, a ferry, or at a fly fishing event, he was always a delight to chat with. Rest in peace my friend.

Jared

David Dorland
   Posted Sat December 15, 2012
My sincere condolences on the passing of Jake. I received word today on Jake's passing from Ernie Nemeth of Stowe, Vermont. I had the pleasure of being one of Jake's friends and co-workers when I lived in Stowe and he influenced me to become a better skier and person. Although I had lost direct contact with Jake, I would ask Ernie about him on those occasions when I would see Ernie. All I can tell you is all of my memories of Jake evoke smiles and fun times as he definitely was a very unique character and friend.

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