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In Loving Memory of

Arnold Joel Jacobs

February 1st, 1942 - May 18th, 2021

Obituary

Arnold Joel Jacobs, age 79

Beloved husband of Elayne nee Jorbin. Loving father of Michael (Jacqueline) Jacobs, Marc (Vanessa) Jacobs and Daniel (Rob Corwin) Jacobs. Proud grandfather of Jonah, Noah, Jordyn, Samantha, Alexandra and Gabriel. Dear brother of Terry (Carol) Jacobs. He had a masters degree in electrical engineering and a passion for architecture and construction. He was Professor and Dean at DeVry University for 40+ years, and shared his love for teaching and helping others in all aspects of his life. He was active in the synagogue, and Past President of both Niles Township Jewish Congregation and Kol Emet Congregation. He was an avid bowler, a fervent reader of mystery novels and a talented wood worker. His grandchildren came first, they were the center of his universe, and he treasured every moment of time spent with them. Service Friday 10AM at Chicago Jewish Funerals, 195 N. Buffalo Grove Road (One block north of Lake Cook Road) Buffalo Grove. Private family interment at Shalom. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Alzheimer’s Association Illinois Chapter, 225 North Michigan Avenue, 17th Floor, Chicago, IL 60601, www.alz.org. To attend the funeral live stream, please visit our website. Arrangements by Chicago Jewish Funerals - Buffalo Grove Chapel, 847.229.8822, www.cjfinfo.com

Arrangements by Chicago Jewish Funerals. www.chicagojewishfunerals.com

Memorial Events

FUNERAL SERVICE

Date & Time Friday 05/21/2021 at 10:00 AM

Address Chicago Jewish Funerals
Buffalo Grove Chapel
195 North Buffalo Grove Road
Buffalo Grove, IL 60089

Clergy
Rabbi Paul F. Cohen
Cantor Susan Lewis Friedman
Temple Jeremiah

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Address Jacobs Residence
1216 Caryn Terrace
Northbrook, IL 60062

Phone 847.691.9493

Additional Information
Friday from 4:30PM to 7:30PM
The funeral service will be live streamed on Friday, May 21, 2021 at 10:00 AM Central Time.
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Interment

Private Family Interment at Shalom Memorial Park

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