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M. Fred

Jacobs

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M. Fred Jacobs, 91, of West Hartford. After having saved many lives at the risk of his own during the Holocaust, and surviving the Nazi death camps, Fred Jacobs emigrated to the United States with his bride, Regina. He settled in Hartford, and studied English, obtained a GED, and worked three jobs to support his young family. He obtained an insurance sales license, and worked selling insurance as well. As time went on, he saved enough money to purchase Budget Cleaners and DanDee Cleaners, which he operated with his wife until retiring at the age of 78. Aside from being a perfectionist in his business, Fred also found the time to be extremely charitable, and did fundraising for many causes. He was the impetus behind the Holocaust sculpture that stands in front of the Jewish Community Center in West Hartford, raising the money and contributing to the design. In addition, Fred spoke about the Holocaust, and his experiences, all across Connecticut at middle schools, high schools, parochial and public, as well as at various colleges, and teacher education forums. His message always was, and continued to be a message of kindness and tolerance. His tremendous inner strength was recognized by all who knew him. His passing is a great loss to our community. He leaves Regina, his wife of 66 years, his son, Henry Jacobs, his daughter, Adele Jacobs, son-in-law, Michael Liebowitz, daughter in law, Sheila, five grandsons, David, Daniel, Jonathan, Jacob and Stephen, and four great-grandchildren, and a brother, Julius and wife Roseanne, and many nieces and nephews, and great nieces and nephews.

Funeral to be held at Agudas Achim Synagogue, 1244 North Main Street, West Hartford, CT, at 1:30 p.m. on Thursday, May 17 with internment at Beth David Cemetery in Wethersfield. Shiva to be observed at the family home in West Hartford. Donations may be made to BBYO March of the Living, c/o Sherrie Stalarow, 7900 Northaven Road, Dallas, TX 75230, in his memory.

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From: Ethan Felson

From New York, NY

Posted On: May 17, 2012

Fred was man of limitless caring, sensitivity, and integrity. He taught us so much in words and by example. His legacy will endure. May his memory be a blessing.

From: Albert Post

From Wellington, FL

Posted On: May 16, 2012

My parents, being survivors, knew Fred personally and in business. Fred was a person who was "larger" then life. He had a great presence and calmness about him. He donated a lot of time to help and bring survivors together. He will be greatly missed by all who knew him.
My condolences to Regina, Henry, and their families. My mother, Edna Post also sends her deepest condolences.

From: Jay Leipzig

From South Orange, NJ

Posted On: May 16, 2012

I credit Fred for my abiding respect for survivors of the Holocaust and my learning about the Holocaust. For 20 years we worked together on the Holocaust Memorial Program at the JCC. My heartfelt sympathy to Regina, Henry and the grandchildren.
Jay Leipzig

From: Ronna and Mark Siegal

From West Hartford, CT

Posted On: May 16, 2012

Henry and Family

We're so sorry for your loss.

From: cheryl levy upton

From middletown, ri

Posted On: May 16, 2012

my sincere condolences go out to the jacobs family. i used to take care of fred and regina at the front desk at suburban pharmacy. he was a pleasure to talk to.

fred will be missed by myself and i am sure the hartford community. again my sincere condolences to regina and the jacobs family.

From: David & Barbara Klau

From West simsbury, CT

Posted On: May 16, 2012

Fred and I worked together at The Jewish Center and the Historical Society. He was a always a gentleman to work with. I have such found memories of our talks. The community will miss him greatly.

Please accept our condolences.

David & Barbara Klau

From: Robin Sanitago

From West Hartford, CT

Posted On: May 20, 2012

I am very sorry to hear of your loss. May his memory be for a blessing. Robin

From: Robert Sattin

From St. Petersburg, FL

Posted On: May 16, 2012

Condolences to Henry and all of Fred's family. Fred was, by word and deed, a true leader of our community. When I think of the example that can be set of how to live a life after enduring the horror of the Holocaust, Fred is the first name I think of.

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