Lori Jacobson
November 12, 2016
Lori Ann Jacobson, 54, died November 12, 2016, in Davenport, Iowa, from an aortic aneurysm. She was born in Des Moines on April 12, 1962, to Jerald and Shirlee Jacobson.
Lori graduated from Indianola High School in 1980. She worked at Arby’s for many years, was a sales associate at PetSmart, and was most recently working as a customer service representative for YRC Worldwide.
Lori had a love for animals, was a lifelong volunteer for the Des Moines Obedience Training Club, and she enjoyed showing her dogs in agility and obedience. Lori also enjoyed hunting and spending time with her loved ones.
Lori is survived by her mother, Shirlee Jacobson; brothers, Doug (Gwenna) Jacobson and Jeffrey Jacobson; nieces and nephew, Sarah Jacobson, Jordan Jacobson, and Jessica Jacobson; aunt, Kathie (Richard) Hawbaker; cousins, Rick (Shauna) Hawbaker and Mike (Tracy) Hawbaker; close family friend, Earl Wears; her dogs, Twister and Denver, as well as other loving family and friends. She was preceded in death by her father, Jerald Jacobson, and her grandparents.
Visitation will be held from 2:00 – 5:00 p.m., Sunday, November 20, 2016, at Hamilton’s near Highland Memory Gardens, 121 NW 60th Avenue in Des Moines. Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Monday, also at the funeral home.
Following the committal service at Highland Memory Gardens Cemetery, you are invited to join the family for a reception at Des Moines Obedience Training Club, 1423 Army Post Road, Des Moines, IA 50315.
Memorial contributions may be directed to the Animal Rescue League or American Cancer Society in loving memory of Lori.
Condolences may be expressed at:
www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com
William C. Jacobson
11/21/2016
Shirlee and Family,
As you celebrate Lori's life, think of all she was and all she meant as she lived her life. Due to my wife's recent surgery, I cannot attend her funeral. Know that you are in my thoughts. Anyone who loves and cares for dogs has a special place in heaven.
William C. Jacobson - Cousin
Lorelle Jones
11/20/2016
Shirlee and family: Deepest sympathy to you at this most difficult time. Lori will be missed by so many. May the love and support of your many friends provide comfort to you.
Kay Hill
11/20/2016
Lori was so sweet, I met her at Pet Co on the southside. I did demos for Nutro every Saturday and Sunday. Such a energetic and animal loving person. I am so sorry for the families loss. Her two dogs will be lost without her. May she be at the Rainbow Bridge helping all the pets there.
Becky Victor-Baker
11/18/2016
Shirley, So sorry, I just heard about Lori. What a shock, hoping you find comfort with beautiful memories. Thinking and praying for you.
Becky, Neighbor to the south, on 143Ave. Indianola.
Bob and Tami Veal
11/18/2016
Our heartfelt sympathies for you all!
Wishing you peace,as you go through this terrible loss!
Very Fondly,
Bob and Tami
Linda Shedd
11/18/2016
My thoughts and prayers are with you Shirley, Earl, and family. I will truly miss Lori. HUGS
JoAnna Yund
11/18/2016
So sorry to hear about your loss. Lori was always filled with joy - hold on to that
Leisa Scalise
11/18/2016
I'm so sorry for your loss Shirlee, Doug & Jeff. It is heart breaking to loose someone so suddenly & so young. Our thoughts & prayers are with you all.
Gary Platt
11/17/2016
Lori always displayed a warm, wonderful and welcoming demeanor, along with an infectious sense of humor. She was someone I continually looked forward to seeing and talking with. Her unconditional kindness, warmth, smiles and bantering wit will be profoundly missed. Shirlee and Earl, I am so deeply sorry for the enormity of your loss. Please find comfort in knowing that so very many of us genuinely loved Lori and share in your grief. I will always miss Lori, and her many fine qualities.
Brad and Polly Jacobson
11/17/2016
Sorry to learn of Lori's passing.
Mary Miller
11/17/2016
I knew Lori from YRC. She had an aisle seat so I was always able to see her smiling face. I will miss that smile. Prayers for the family.
Patricia Raynor
11/17/2016
Shirley, I just heard about your daughter from LaDonna Jensen. I showed shelties and worked with Gerianne, and of course, saw you many times. My prayers are with you and I will be thinking of you often, and Earl too. I was so shocked to hear about this and am sure you are even more shocked. Take care. My prayers and thoughts are with you. God bless you. Pat Raynor, Clarinda, IA
Renee Schmidt
11/17/2016
To Shirlee, Earl and Lori's family. Lori was such an amazing, strong woman, so generous and kind. Her love of the dogs and life itself was so obvious. She was loved by so many and will be missed by everyone. My heart goes out to everyone who knew her. Hugs to all.
Chris Cornell
11/17/2016
Shirlee, Earl and Family. So sorry for your loss.
Aletha Williams
11/17/2016
Deepest sympathies to Shirlee, Earl, & all of Lori's family. The agility community will sadly miss her. Lori always had an infectious smile & a kind word for everyone. Always friendly, supportive, & willing to help, she embodied what a person should be, not only as a competitor but in life. I'm so very sorry for this devastating loss.