Clarence H. Jacobi

Clarence H. Jacobi, age 93 of Baraboo, passed away peacefully at home on May 9, 2021.

Clarence was born on August 31, 1927 to Frederick and Mathilda Jacobi in Chicago, IL. He met the love of his life, Jean A. Zarth during a blissful evening of dance. They married on December 6, 1958 and continued their dance through life together. They were true soul mates, and he adored his wife. He was the loving Father to daughters, Susan and Sandra, who were always a priority in his life.

Clarence was a kind, humble and gentle man. He had a never-ending supply of patience and optimism. He was a man of few words, but the words he shared were always zingers. He will always be remembered for his patriotic 4^th of July pants and many limericks. He would agree that pelicans are very peculiar birds because their beaks hold more than their bellies can.

He had a strong sense of adventure and zest for life. He packed up the car and hit the road to introduce his family to the majority of states in the US. In addition, Clarence and Jean traveled to several international destinations including six continents. One eventful day, they traveled by helicopter, sea plane and airplane. He appreciated many warm, sunny winters at their Florida sanctuary.

He served in the US Army during the occupation of Japan.

His occupation as a tuckpointer brought him to great heights. He worked on several Chicago skyscrapers and was a real-life Superman.

He taught us to be trustworthy, loyal, helpful, friendly, courteous, kind, obedient, cheerful, thrifty, brave, clean, and reverent. If you can't quickly rattle off those twelve words, then you don't earn your badge!

We will always love this dear, sweet man. Our hearts are broken, but our memories of such an amazing man will live on forever!

He is survived by his wife of 62 years, Jean; daughters, Susan (Jeffery) Runnion, and Sandra Jacobi (John Ryan); grandchildren, Sydney and Zachary Kuderna, Christine (Jason) Kwiat; great-grandchildren, Zachary and Mitchell Kwiat; and many special nieces, nephews and friends.

A private memorial service will take place in the future.

The family wishes to thank Agrace Hospice and his very compassionate caregivers, Kelly, Kim, Cindy and Scott. They provided us the guidance and strength to be at home until his final breath.

We would also like to acknowledge the thoughtful and caring staff at Oak Park Place, Baraboo.

Donations may be made to Agrace Hospice or the American Cancer Society.