Kenneth Jacobson, 83, of Rushford, died Friday, October 10, 2025, at his home, surrounded by his family.
Ken was born on July 22, 1942, in Spring Grove to Orran and Olga (Olson) Jacobson. He graduated from Peterson High School in 1960. On October 16, 1971, Ken married Helen Laumb at St. Mark’s Lutheran Church. They made their home on his family farm outside of Peterson where they raised their seven children.
Ken was a devoted husband, father and grandfather, blessed with seven children and 13 grandchildren who brought him immense pride and joy. He was a lifelong member of Highland Prairie Lutheran Church, where he also served as a past council member, living out his faith through service and community.
Ken found joy in the simple and meaningful things– working the fields, spending time with family, sharing good conversation with friends, and making his regular trips to town. He also looked forward to playing the Powerball each week, a small tradition that brought him a bit of fun and hope.
He will be remembered for his steady faith, his love of the land, and the warmth he shared with everyone who knew him.
He is survived by his wife Helen, children Ryan (Leah) Jacobson, Anne (Travis) Berg, Mary (Jason) Schwarz, Melissa (Jason) Engelby, Amy Jacobson and Kristi (Josh) Rein; son-in-law Scott Evans, grandchildren Shane, Avalon and Emarie Jacobson, Brooke and Lindsay Berg, Mara and Myla Schwarz, Drake and Jake Ryan Engelby, and Logan, Boe, Elin and James Rein; sisters Corinne Thompson and Luci (Ron) Franks, brothers-in-law Herman (Melanie) Laumb, Laverne (Becky) Laumb, Wesley (Sarah) Laumb and Pete Reps; and sister-in-law Dorothy (Joe) Himlie.
He was preceded in death by his daughter Denise Evans, parents Orran and Olga Jacobson, parents-in-law Lawrence and Milda Laumb, brother-in-law David Thompson and sister-in-law LaVonne Reps.
The family would like to extend their heartfelt thanks to the following caregivers for the compassionate care they provided Ken: his daughters Amy Jacobson and Kristi Rein, his sister-in-law Dorothy Himile, and St. Croix Hospice.
Funeral service will be 11 a.m., Monday, October 20, 2025, at Highland Prairie Lutheran Church with the Reverend Jackie Short officiating. Visitation will be 5-7 p.m., Sunday, October 19 at Hoff Funeral & Cremation Service – Rushford and one hour prior to the service at church. He will be laid to rest at Highland Prairie Cemetery.
Hoff Funeral & Cremation Service – Rushford is assisting the family with arrangements. www.hofffuneral.com.
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