Racine – Dorothea “Dottee” Jacobson, 88, passed away at Kindred North in Kenosha on Friday, February 14, 2014. She was born in Chicago, Illinois on February 21, 1925, daughter of the late William and Florence (nee: Mischke) Ahlborn. She was married in Atlanta, Georgia on September 17, 1958 to Charles E. Jacobson. Dottee and Charles lived in Illinois and Arizona until moving to Racine in 2003.
Dottee lead a life of service to others, giving much of her time to food pantries and charity resale shops, hospital gift shops, driving for Meals-on-Wheels, or transporting fellow church members to a variety of appointments. She had a beautiful voice, and loved singing in several choirs. It was her family though that was the most important part of her life.
Dottee is survived by her loving husband of nearly 56 years, Charles Jacobson; her children Jake (Kay) Jacobson and Mari (Gerry) Danzer both of Racine, and Jim (Sharon) Jacobson of Wonder Lake, Illinois; step-son Earl (Linda) Jacobson of Denver, Colorado; sister Beverly Mitchel of Hammond, Indiana; and many grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her son, Jack Jacobson; and sister, Marilyn Edwards.
Memorial services for Dottee will be held at the Zion Evangelical Lutheran Church (3805 Kinzie Avenue) on Wednesday, February 19, 2014. Visitation will begin at 11am, and the memorial service at 1pm with Rev. John Bischoff presiding. Interment will take place on Thursday, February 20th at 1pm at the Southern Wisconsin Veterans Memorial Cemetery in Union Grove. Memorials to Zion Evangelical Lutheran Church, or the Alzheimer’s Association (www.alz.org) have been suggested.
Carol Smith says
Charlie and Mari, you both have my deepest sympathy. Dottie will be greatly missed at Zion by all who knew her!
Scott & Olivia Mitchell says
My heart is sad but also happy that her sprit is now free and the health challenges are over. I pray that God give this very special kind, compassionate and loving sprit peace. May God give our family and friend�۪s peace and strength during this challenging time. We will always celebrate her life. Uncle Charley, you have truly demonstrated what being a devoted partner is and have set the bar high, real high. Love You All.
Bonnie Beam-Stratz says
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. I will always remember how she was such a loving mother figure to all of us girls. I pray for your healing.
Terese Paulson says
Dear Charlie and Mari,
You have our deepest sympathy. Dottee was a wonderful lady, always smiling, caring and giving of herself. You are in our prayers. We love you!
Peter & Terese
Leanna Lartz says
Sorry for your loss.It’s not easy to say final goodbyes.
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CHERYL CAMPBELL says
Dottee, my maturnal aunt, and her family will always hold a special place in my heart. They actually gifted me a year to participate in their family as “just” another child. As a young teen, I loved being a part of her family and felt included, secure and loved. I can never repay her but, I was able to pay it forward to others in some ways. I grew into a clinical social worker who helped many families through counseling. And, with help from my children and husband, many young people have been provided temporary sanctuary and support in our home. It is with heartfelt love that I send all her loved ones my sympathy and best wishes as you live on with her in your hearts.