George J. Jakubowski

March 31, 1940 - July 30, 2009

George Jakubowski, 69, of Toledo, passed away Thursday, July 30, 2009, after a long illness. His quiet courage and with the love of his family, helped him through his daily fight for life. George was born on March 31,1940 in Poland in the city of Inowroclw. He came to the United States and landed with his parents on Ellis Island in 1942. George was a graduate of Woodward High School and later was a member of Local #50 Pipefitters and Plumbers Union for 35 years. Among other job locations, he worked at the Davis Besse and B.P. Refinery sites. He was well liked by his fellow workers and enjoyed the camaraderie he shared with them. An avid reader he also enjoyed fishing and golf. He was a passionate football fan cheering on his beloved Notre Dame and Cleveland Browns. His passing will sadden us however his beautiful spirit will live in the hearts of his family and friends forever. George was preceded in death by his parents, Albin and Angela Jakubowski. He is survived by his loving wife Anthepe "Ann" Jakubowski; his children Joanne (Lee) McCormick and David (Zenith) Jakubowski: his grandchildren Cameron and Kelsey McCormick; sister, Sonia (Tony) Kobylak ; niece Andrea Stone; great-nieces, Emily and Abby and great-nephew Ben. Friends are invited to visit Monday, August 3rd, from 2-8 p.m. in the Ansberg-West Funeral Home, 3000 Sylvania Avenue. Prayers will begin at 10:20 a.m. Tuesday, from the funeral home, followed by the Funeral Mass at 11 a.m. at Regina Coeli Church. Memorial contributions may be gifted in George's memory to the charity of their choice.