Thomas W. Jacobs

Thomas W. Jacobs, age 86, of Roscoe, Illinois passed away on Sunday, May 26, 2024. He was born March 5, 1938, in Rockford, IL, to Francis & Mida Jacobs. The 5th of 6 children, Thomas joined the Air Force just days after his 17th birthday. He made the rank of Sergeant before he was honorably discharged. After trying several different jobs, found his lifelong career as “Jake the Mailman” working at the Rockford Post Office for 37 years. He married Cynthia Smith in 1962 and raised 4 children. He was a true family man, willing to do whatever he needed to make sure his family had better than he did growing up. After Cynthia’s passing, he married Therese Farrell in 1999, and they remained together until her passing in 2023.

Thomas was a proud member of the 3rd Order of St. Francis and Our Lady of the Rosary Catholic Church in Waubeka, WI. He enjoyed playing solitaire, spending time with his family, and sharing stories over a cup of coffee. He will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved him.

Thomas is survived by his children, Kathy (Robert) King, Stephanie Jacobs, and Christopher Jacobs, as well as stepson Gary Jacobs; many beloved nieces and nephews. Thomas was preceded in death by his wife, Cynthia Jacobs; wife Therese Farrell; children Thomas Jacobs, Jr. and Mary Ann Jacobs; his parents, Francis & Mida (Ryan) Jacobs; and siblings Frances Trank, Donn Jacobs, John “Rip” Jacobs, Sue Jacobs & Kay Dane.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Our Lady of the Rosary Catholic Church, 4088 Memorial Drive, Waubeka, WI 53021.