Roger C. Jacobs, age 86, passed away on September 15th, 2026 at Serenity Estates of Freeport in Freeport, IL. He was born June 10th, 1940, the son of the late William and Marie (Meier) Jacobs. 

Roger’s early education was in Shannon, Illinois and Lena, Illinois. He began service in the United States Army in 1958. Roger married Phyllis Kruse on June 10th, 1962, at Zion Church of Freeport. They were married 64 years. 

Roger’s working career included being a Cross Country Trucker for Freymiller Trucking in Darlington, WI, and truck driver / crane operator at Lena Builders in Eleroy, Illinois for over 30 years. 

In the early years, the Jacobs family participated in trail rides.The rides provided a time to relax and enjoy the friendship of the Pearl City Rangers, and the Northern Illinois Mule Association. 

Roger's life was defined by love of family and service to those needing a helping hand. 

As time went on, Roger concentrated on service through community organizations, which in part included American Legion Post 1014, Malcolm Eaton Enterprises, and the fund raisers associated with each. One worthy effort from 2004 through 2017, were community monthly meals, drawing crowds from surrounding towns for good food and fellowship. 

Roger is survived by his wife, Phyllis and son Roderick of Pearl City, Illinois; Siblings: Earl Jacobs (Chris), Ken Jacobs (Barb), and Shirley Deininger (Scott); special niece Pam Bardell (David), Brother-in-law Dennis Kruse, and sister-in-law Carol Jacobs, and nieces and nephews. 

He was preceded in death by his parents and siblings, Augie Jacobs, Wilmer Jacobs, Art Jacobs, and Martha Jacobs; Sisters in Law: Nancy Jacobs, Dianne Jacobs, and Rosie Kruse; and nephews.

A visitation will be held on Tuesday September 22, 2026, from 3 PM - 6 PM, at the Schwarz Park Blvd Chapel, 608 S. Park Blvd in Freeport, IL. Funeral service will be held on Wednesday September 23, 2026 at 11 AM, also at Schwarz Park Blvd Chapel, 608 S. Park Blvd in Freeport. Friends may call at the chapel from 10 AM until time of service. Interment at Chapel Hill Memorial Gardens. A luncheon will be served following the graveside service.

A memorial has been established in Roger’s name for American Legion Post 1014 and Malcolm Eaton Enterprises.