Michael Jacobson

Burnsville, Minn.

Michael “Mike” Jacobson, aged 59, passed away after a courageous battle with cancer.

Born on January 18, 1964, in Minot, North Dakota, Mike was the beloved son of Merlin and Janice Jacobson. He graduated from Minot High School and later Minot State University with his degree in psychology.

Mike’s life took a fortuitous turn when he crossed paths with the love of his life, Stacey Thoele, at an outdoor festival in North Dakota. Their shared passion for the outdoors, including camping, biking, skiing, and kayaking. Stacey, with unwavering compassion, cared for Mike until the very end.

A perpetual free spirit, Mike embraced a youthful outlook on life, declaring that he was forever 19, regardless of approaching birthdays. This zest for life manifested in the activities he enjoyed with his daughter. He was the “fun” dad, engaging in games of hide and seek, kickball, and constructing an elaborate treehouse. Mike’s grandchildren always received the coolest, most unique presents from him, with the indoor boomerang frisbee a cherished memory (although maybe not their mother’s favorite). In his younger days, Mike and his cousins Bryan and Loren were partners in crime, always finding mischief together.

An industrious and creative soul, Mike discovered his passion early on, engaging in shop and pottery classes during high school. He went above and beyond, completing his sister Lisa’s art and science projects. Together with his wife, Mike channeled his creativity into crafting birdhouses, carving elaborate jack-o-lanterns, and constructing raised garden beds from reclaimed wood.

Mike’s professional journey included work in retail and manufacturing, leaving an indelible mark at PepsiCo, Anderson Merchandisers, and Temp Air Manufacturing.

Mike was preceded in death by his parents, Janice (Stebleton), on September 11, 2008, and his father, Merlin, on October 4, 2018. He is survived by his loving wife, Stacey, of Burnsville, MN, his daughter Kacee (Tom) Barrett of Brainerd, MN, and his cherished grandchildren, Theodore (10), Franklin (8), and Charlotte (5). Also mourning his loss are his sister Lisa (Scott) Gira, niece Kate, Eagan, MN, along with aunts, uncles, and numerous cousins.

Please join us for a celebration of life remembrance to honor his memory and share stories that keep his spirit alive within us.

Sat., May 18, 3-6 p.m.

Grand Hotel, 1505 N Broadway, Minot, ND

A meal will be served.

Published by The Minot Daily News, May 4, 2024.