Herbert A. Jacobs

Groton, NY June 29, 1942 – October 3, 2020 Age 78

Herbert A. Jacobs, 78 of Groton, passed away on Saturday, October 3, 2020. Herb was born on June 29, 1942, in Killawog, the son of the late Jesse and Helen Carlisle Jacobs. Herb served in the US Army from 1960-1963. After returning from the service, he went to work for Pall Trinity in Cortland for 32 years. Herb was a longtime member of the Groton City Church and served as the church treasurer for 32 years. He was a member of the Tri-Town Masonic Lodge #472. Herb enjoyed golfing, bowling, and spending time with his family. He was predeceased by his parents; siblings: Martha Peck, Janice McGlade, Iris Jean Jacobs, Marvin Jacobs; and son-in-law, John Pitoniak.

Survived by his wife of 52 years, Mary Ellen Hartnett Jacobs; his children, Adam (Amy) Jacobs of Newfield, Rhonda Pitoniak of Raquette Lake, and Dana Jacobs of Cortland; siblings, Julia Smith, Hazel Austin, and Nancy Jacobs; grandchildren: Ashley (Richie) Rose, Kimberly (Andy Paul) Bradford, Robert (Kayla) McCray; 7 great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.

Friends may call from 4-7 PM Friday, October 9th at Perkins Funeral Home, where Masonic Services will be conducted at 6 PM. A memorial service will be held at 1 PM, Saturday, October 10th at the funeral home, followed by interment in McLean Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to Tri-Town Lodge #472, 301 Main St., Groton, NY 13073, or Groton City Church, 47 Groton City Rd., Groton, NY 13073. www.perkinsfh.com