Carl A. Jacobson, age 79, of Aurora, Illo., passed away on Sunday, Dec. 14, 2008, at Rush-Copley Memorial Hospital, Aurora, Ill. He was born of Finnish ancestry and reared in Michigan's Upper Peninsula. Carl left the "U.P." and came to Illinois to find employment. There, he met his wife, Sue, and they enjoyed an exceptional 55 years of marriage. Carl served his country during the Korean War from 1950 to 1952, and returned home to work for the U.S. Postal Service where he was a mail carrier for 30 years. In his retirement, he joined his wife, Sue, and a host of Lincoln Highway friends as they traveled the Lincoln Highway and promoted its history. Carl was currently the Illinois state treasurer of the Lincoln Highway Association. His passion for ski jumping resulted in Carl being a U.S. and International Ski Official and he judged many U.S. tournaments and international competitions. He also worked with the youth of Aurora, coaching baseball for 25 years. In addition to his wife Sue; he is survived by one son, Jake (Susan) Jacobson; and their children, Sara, Samantha and Ben; one brother, Paul and his wife; a niece; and two nephews. He joins now his parents; several aunts and uncles; and an infant daughter, and infant sister; who preceded him in death. You may light a candle in remembrance of Carol or leave a condolence for his family online at www.JacobsFuneralHomes.com The Jacobs Funeral Home, Iron Mountain, is taking care of local arrangements. Graveside services will be held Saturday, May 23, 2009, 10:00 a.m., at Nisula Cemetery, Nisula, Mich. Rev. John Autio will officiate. A memorial has been established in Carl's name to benefit the Lincoln Highway Association and other favorite charities. Memorials in his name may be made to the Carl Jacobson Memorial and mailed in care of P.O. Box 66, Elburn, IL, 60119.