Noel Carol Jacobson was born December 13, 1951, in Crookston, MN to Norris and Selma (Gullickson) Jacobson. Noel died at Sanford Hospital in Fargo, ND on February 7, 2023, passing into the presence of our Lord Jesus Christ with his daughter at his side.
As a child, Noel had a sweet disposition and loved following his father around, learning a multitude of valuable insight. He grew to love working on cars, snowmobiles, and motorcycles. The Jacobson and Gullickson families were together for many events celebrating birthdays and milestones so through the years, Noel had the love of his extended family.
After graduating from Fertile High School in Fertile, MN, Noel moved to Crookston, MN, and was employed by Dahlgren’s Sunflower plant. In 1973, he took a job at the Cenex in Halstad, MN, delivering fuel oil to customers in a wide area around Halstad. In 1980, Noel found the job that became a passion and a job at which he excelled; driving semi-truck. He enjoyed the over-the-road experiences and made friends that shared the passion for truck driving. In time, he began to drive for companies Cargill and Britton and retired in 2018. Still, the love of driving kept him busy, helping with his cousins, Luther and Mike’s farming operations. His last work was with the Halstad elevator.
In his 21st year, Noel married and was a father to two amazing children, first Gabriel and then Kristine. They were important to him and he loved them. Noel and Gabe would go golfing together and would tease each other about missed swings or bad putts. Noel followed his children as they were involved in academics and sports in school. He became a grandfather to Kristine’s daughter Gabrielle and visited them often. On one visit he was able to sit at her little table to play with her and her blocks.
Noel highly valued his friendships and spending time at coffee, which was filled with stories and local news. He had a good sense of humor, a memorable laugh, and always had a smile on his face for everyone. He will be deeply missed and fondly remembered by family and friends.
Noel is survived by his daughter, Kristine Jacobson Winston; granddaughter, Gabrielle; sisters, Shirley Moteberg, and Mavis (Ken) Durm; and many nieces, nephews, and cousins.
He was preceded in death by his son, Gabriel; parents, Norris and Selma; brother, Lyle; brother-in-law, Lyle Moteberg; and several cousins.
Funeral: 2:00 PM, Thursday, February 16, 2023 at Halstad Lutheran Church, Halstad, MN.
Visitation: One hour before the funeral at the church.
Interment: Halstad South Cemetery, Halstad, MN.
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Arrangements with Fredrikson-Ganje Funeral Homes
Ada & Halstad, Minnesota
