Dwight E Jacobs' Obituary
Dwight E Jacobs, 79, of Decatur, IL he passed away peacefully surrounded by his family, December 31, 2022 at his residence.
Dwight was born December 24, 1943 in Decatur, IL the son of Glen and Myrtle (Schmidt) Jacobs. He married Georgia Ernest in 1965 in Decatur, IL.
Dwight grew up in the floral business. His family had owned Jacobs Greenhouse, which he later had co-owned. Dwight retired from Firestone, after serving 30 plus years. He was a member of Steel Workers Union, Local 713.
During his leisure time he enjoyed fishing, camping, working on cars and spending time with his family and grandchildren. Dwight was a jack of all trades and enjoyed helping others.
Surviving are his children, Sherry Bird (Kraig) of Decatur, IL, Michael Jacobs of Decatur, IL; sister Joyce Manley of NC; grandchildren, Taylor (Devin), Tucker (Logan) and Trent Bird.
He was preceded in death by his parents, and wife, Georgia.
Funeral services will be 2:00 PM Friday January 6, 2023 at Graceland Fairlawn Funeral Home. Visitation will be from 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM Friday at the funeral home.
Burial will be at Macon County Memorial Park.
"Dad, you are so loved and dearly missed. -Love, your family"
Condolences may be left to Dwight’s family at www.gracelandfairlawn.com.
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