John Charles Jacobson

John Charles Jacobson

September 19, 1930 - July 30, 2023

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MADISON - John Charles Jacobson passed away peacefully on Sunday, July 30, 2023, after enjoying a full and vibrant life. He was 92. The son of Gustav and Lillian (Mau) Jacobson, John was born in 1930 and grew up in Kaukauna. He graduated from UW-Madison’s school of pharmacy and stayed in Madison to work as a pharmacist with Rennebohm Drug Stores and Walgreens for more than 40 years.


John married Carol Dolbier in 1964 and was a devoted father to their children, Kristin, Derek and Dana. He shared his enthusiasm for sports cars with the Madison Sports Car Club, for ham radio as W9GV, and cycling, running, and small craft sailing with family and friends.  


John is survived by his wife of 59 years, Carol (nee Dolbier); sister, Joyce Claire Jacobson; children, Kristin Shebesta, Derek (Lori) Jacobson and Dana (Deb) Jacobson; and grandchildren, Christopher Shebesta, Jonathan Shebesta, Bennett Shebesta, Isaac (Hayley) Moen and Elijah Jacobson. He was preceded in death by his parents and infant sister, Lois Mary.


A memorial service will be held at GUNDERSON EAST FUNERAL AND CREMATION CARE, 5203 Monona Drive, Madison at 11 a.m. on Thursday, Aug. 3, 2023. Visitation will be held at the funeral home from 10 a.m. until the time of the service on Thursday.


In lieu of flowers, donations are appreciated to the American Heart Association or Monona United Methodist Church. Online condolences may be made at www.gundersonfh.com.


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Jim Neese
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My Wife Marilyn and myself will miss John. I knew him for many years through the Madison Sports Car Club and a mutual hobby of ham radio. Rest is peace my good friend, you will be missed. Jim and Marilyn Neese
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Anne Kearney
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Dear Carol and family, I had the pleasure every 6 months to share stories, learn about Johns past and anything else he felt like sharing with me. I always enjoyed our visits and will sadly miss him. I will keep you all in my thoughts, and know his memories will comfort you. Love Anne
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Ronda Reeder
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We spent many a race weekend together supporting Madison Sports Car Club & Midwestern Council. Your racing family will miss you 😔
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Sheryl R.
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I just got the news this morning... and come here with a heavy heart. John was a beloved stalwart in the Flagging and Communications ranks of the Midwestern Council of Sports Car Clubs. And later, when Father Time started to slow him down... he didn't fade away... he just became a stalwart working Grid. Here's a day where 3 generations of Jacobsons had a family fun day at the track around 2014. If you're reading this, John, say "Hi" to Art Schmidt and all the MC old-timers for me. I miss y'all a lot! -Sheryl R (Former F&C Co-chief, MCSCC)
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Rick Griesser
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Met John through the Madison Sports Car Club. Always admired him for his dedication to the club and Midwestern Council working the race events. A good guy.

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